The Gears of War: E-Day multiplayer beta gives players an early look at the next chapter in the famous third-person shooter series. When Is the Gears of War E-Day Beta Available? There are several ways to get access during early access:Pre-order any edition of Gears of War: E-Day. On Xbox, search your library or the Microsoft Store for the Gears of War: E-Day Multiplayer Beta. The beta is not the full Gears of War: E-Day experience.