The highly anticipated return to the roots of the Gears of War saga, Gears of War: E-Day, is set to launch in October, and The Coalition has begun providing crucial details for eager players. Information regarding preload times, installation size, and early access periods is now available, allowing fans to prepare for the Locust War's devastating beginnings.
Installation Size and Requirements
For PC players, Gears of War: E-Day will demand a substantial 115GB of storage space. While specific figures for the Xbox Series X|S have not been explicitly stated, it is expected to be comparable, meaning players should ensure they have at least 100GB of free capacity on their console. This is a notable increase from its predecessor, Gears 5, which required approximately 80GB upon its release in 2019. PC players will also find that a solid-state drive (SSD) is a mandatory requirement for the game to run optimally, a common trend for modern, graphically intensive titles.
Preloading Schedule
Players looking to jump into the action as soon as possible can begin preloading Gears of War: E-Day on September 29. The preload will commence simultaneously across various time zones:
- 11 AM ET
- 10 AM CT
- 9 AM MT
- 4 PM BST
- 5 PM CEST
- 3 PM UTC
- 5 PM SAST
- 1 AM AEST (September 30)
Early Access Launch Times
Those who purchase the Premium or Collector's Edition of Gears of War: E-Day will be granted an early access headstart, allowing them to play five days before the standard launch, beginning on October 1. The early access period will initiate globally at the following times:
- 11 AM ET
- 10 AM CT
- 9 AM MT
- 4 PM BST
- 5 PM CEST
- 3 PM UTC
- 5 PM SAST
- 1 AM AEST (October 2)
With these details, players can now manage their storage and schedule their download times to be ready for the fight against the Locust when Gears of War: E-Day arrives.