Gears of War: E-Day FAQ
Last updated: · By Ash Vector Desk
Quick answers: Gears of War: E-Day launched October 6, 2026 on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC and Steam, is on Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, costs $69.99 on Steam, supports 2-player split-screen on console and up to 4 players online, and has no public redeem codes.
| Question | Short answer |
|---|---|
| Is Gears of War: E-Day on PlayStation? | No. |
| Is E-Day on Game Pass? | Yes, from launch day on Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. |
| How much does it cost on Steam? | $69. |
| Does it have split-screen? | Yes, 2-player split-screen campaign on console only. |
| Do I need Game Pass to play online? | On Xbox, online campaign co-op, Horde Siege and Versus require a Game Pass subscription that includes online multiplayer. |
Is Gears of War: E-Day on PlayStation?
No. Official pages list Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC and Steam only (checked October 15, 2026).
Is E-Day on Game Pass?
Yes, from launch day on Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.
How much does it cost on Steam?
$69.99 for the standard game on Steam on October 15, 2026. A Premium Edition and Collector's Edition also exist.
Does it have split-screen?
Yes, 2-player split-screen campaign on console only. Online play supports up to four players.
Do I need Game Pass to play online?
On Xbox, online campaign co-op, Horde Siege and Versus require a Game Pass subscription that includes online multiplayer.
Are there any codes?
No public redeem codes. See our codes and unlocks page for the real reward paths.
What PC do I need?
Minimum: Ryzen 5 2600X or i5-10400, 12 GB RAM, a hardware ray-tracing GPU such as RTX 2060 or RX 6600, 115 GB on an SSD. Recommended: Ryzen 5 5600 or i5-11600K, 16 GB RAM, RTX 3060 Ti or RX 6700 XT.
Why did I get disconnected at launch weekend?
The Coalition confirmed DDoS attacks caused intermittent disconnects and login issues over the weekend after launch (reported October 12, 2026).
Is this an official site?
No. Ash Vector is an independent fan guide and is not affiliated with Microsoft, Xbox or The Coalition.
Sources: Xbox.com · Steam store · Rock Paper Shotgun