Steam sees new releases including Gears of War: E-Day and Songs of Glimmerwick

Several notable video game releases have arrived on Steam this October. The prequel shooter Gears of War: E-Day, developed by The Coalition, is set for an official release on October 6, 2026. Set 14 years before the original game, it utilizes Unreal Engine 5 and features updated movement mechanics. Early reviews on Metacritic have placed the title at 87 points.

In the life-simulation genre, Songs of Glimmerwick was released by Eastshade Studios on September 30. Developed over eight years, the game focuses on magic and exploration at a magic university without combat elements. It has received positive reception from players, maintaining an 89 percent positive rating on Steam.