Gears of War: E-Day reviews are flooding in — Here’s what the critics are saying
Gears of War: E-Day has launched on Xbox Series X|S and PC in early access for players who pre-ordered the Premium Edition, giving them access to the game before its official public release on October 6, 2026. The game serves as a prequel to the iconic Gears of War franchise, offering a new entry point into Xbox’s flagship third-person shooter series.
Critics have responded enthusiastically to the release, with the game scoring strong ratings across major review aggregators: 88 on Metacritic and 87 on OpenCritic. Multiple top-tier reviewers are praising Gears of War: E-Day as an excellent addition to the franchise, highlighting its compelling campaign and quality execution.
The early access reviews currently available focus specifically on the game’s single-player campaign, providing potential players with substantial critical analysis of that component before the broader public launch. This staggered review approach allows the gaming community to form informed opinions about the single-player experience in advance of the October 6 release date when the full game becomes available to all players.