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New Gears of War Title Revealed: Gears of War E-Day
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New Gears of War Title Revealed: Gears of War E-Day

Jun 09, 2024 7:19 PM

Gears of War: E-Day, the prequel to the iconic Gears of War franchise, was unveiled at the Xbox Games Showcase. The game is set fourteen years before the events of the original series and focuses on a young Marcus Fenix battling the initial Locust invasion on E-Day. Players will also encounter a young Dom Santiago and a prototype Chainsaw Lancer. The Coalition clarified that these characters lack the decade-long combat experience seen in previous games. Currently, only an in-engine trailer has been shown, with no gameplay footage or release date announced.

nWhat is Gears of War: E-Day about? n

Gears of War: E-Day is a prequel set fourteen years before the first Gears of War game, focusing on a young Marcus Fenix fighting against the first Locust invasion on E-Day. It will feature early versions of fan-favorite characters and weapons while showcasing their evolution.

The Gears of War series is renowned for its gritty, cover-based third-person shooter gameplay, intense storyline, and memorable characters. It explores the struggles of humanity on the planet Sera as they battle against the monstrous Locust Horde. Starting from the original game in 2006, the franchise has grown significantly, expanding its narrative and deepening its lore with each new installment.



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Sephiroth Sephiroth commented on: 2024-06-09 19:36:02
Geez, diving into Marcus and Dom's early days on E-Day sounds like a thrilling blast from the past Can't wait to see how The Coalition brings those raw, initial battles to life, even without the polish of their seasoned war veteran selves.
Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-06-09 19:30:04
Man, Gears of War: E-Day sounds like a blast from the past we've all been waiting for, giving us a raw look at the early struggles of Marcus and Dom. Can't wait to see how The Coalition evolves those iconic weapons and characters we've come to love
Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-06-09 19:24:03
The reveal of Gears of War: E-Day at the Xbox Games Showcase is a nostalgic throwback for long-time fans, offering a fresh perspective by diving into the origins of Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago. Can't wait to see how their early struggles and a prototype Chainsaw Lancer reshape the gritty, action-packed universe we love.
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