Overview
- Xbox revealed the new Gears of War: E‑Day Limited Edition XBOX Wireless Controller and opened pre‑orders on Wednesday, August 12, with a $89.99 (£84.99) RRP at the Microsoft Store and participating retailers.
- The ready‑made controller uses 3D‑molded, laser‑etched cracked‑asphalt detailing that exposes the Crimson Omen, blacked‑out ABXY with a transparent red X, red triggers, a transparent D‑pad, textured grips and a metallic COG tag on the battery door.
- Xbox Design Lab will add a customizable E‑Day design on September 30 featuring exclusive heavy‑metal style artwork by Luke Preece and upgrade options such as metallic triggers, rubberized grips and personalized engraving that can raise the final price.
- Xbox partnered with 8BitDo on an officially licensed Gears of War: E‑Day charging dock that is compatible with Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One wireless controllers, includes a rechargeable battery pack and is available for pre‑order.
- Both controller designs and the 8BitDo dock will be shown at Xbox’s gamescom 2026 booth, with the limited edition controllers slated to ship around September 30 ahead of Gears of War: E‑Day’s October 6 release, a coordinated merchandise push meant to broaden fan engagement and collector demand.