Gears of War: E-Day explores the origins of the Locust outbreak

The Coalition has released Gears of War: E-Day, a dark prequel to the long-running franchise that explores the initial contact between humans and the Locust horde. Set 14 years before the original 2006 game, the story follows Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago in the coastal city of Kalona.

The narrative begins during a period of perceived peace following the Pendulum Wars. While the characters gather to honor Carlos Santiago, sudden tremors signal the emergence of monstrous creatures from beneath the planet. The game is noted for its gritty, survival-horror atmosphere and technical advancements on Xbox hardware, returning to the series' visceral roots.