4 Reviews ← exclude selected types ← exclude selected tags Xbox Game Studios and developer The Coalition has launched early access for the Gears of War: E-Day open beta across Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam and the Xbox app. The initial window runs from August 6 through August 10 and is open to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers, along with players who have pre-ordered the game. Horde Siege expands co-op survival The beta gives players their first hands-on look at Horde Siege, a 12-player evolution of the franchise's cooperative PvE mode. Class progression and player level reset before launch, but the beta player title, beta medal, and challenge rewards stay tied to player accounts. Gears of War: E-Day is scheduled for full release on October 6, 2026, launching day one on Xbox Game Pass.