Gears of War Prequel 'E-Day' Announced, Space Plans Shelved

The next installment in the Gears franchise revisits the pivotal Emergence Day, leaving behind earlier plans to explore space.

Gears of War: E-Day will serve as a prequel, set 14 years before the original game, focusing on the Locust invasion.
Former series lead Rod Fergusson had initially planned for Gears 6 to venture into space, leveraging the UIR's rocket technology.
The Coalition decided to pivot from Fergusson's space concept to explore the series' origins and the iconic Emergence Day event.
Fergusson expressed support for the prequel direction, acknowledging the potential challenges and opportunities it presents.
The game is expected to emphasize survival horror elements more than previous entries, with a release anticipated in 2025.