Gears 5 Has a New Message for Fans

Gears 5 players are greeted with a teaser for the upcoming Gears of War: E-Day, reigniting excitement for the franchise's next chapter. Almost five years after Gears 5's 2019 release, this prequel shifts the focus back to the origins of the Locust Horde, starring series mainstays Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago. The game, revealed at Xbox's recent showcase, promises a darker, more horror-focused experience compared to its predecessors.

The Coalition's Gears of War: E-Day takes players back to the very beginning of the Locust invasion. Following the "one more thing" reveal at the Xbox showcase, a new in-game message in Gears 5, titled "Emergence Begins," serves as a reminder. While not revealing new details, it highlights the game's setting and storyline, concluding with a mention of the game's Unreal Engine 5 development, promising impressive visuals.

The "Emergence Begins" message in Gears 5, categorized as both an "Update" and "Announcement," has sparked speculation about the game's release. While an initial guess pointed towards a 2026 release, recent rumors suggest a potential 2025 launch. The timing of this in-game message, earlier than typical pre-release marketing campaigns, fuels this speculation. However, it could simply be a timely reminder to fans.

A 2025 release would place Gears of War: E-Day alongside other major Xbox titles like Doom: The Dark Ages, Fable, and South of Midnight, creating a crowded release window. Regardless of whether it launches in 2025 or 2026, the return of Marcus and Dom, and the series' focus on a more intense horror experience, has longtime fans eagerly anticipating the game.