Microsoft announced Gears of War: E-Day during the Xbox Games Showcase, a prequel set 14 years before the first Gears of War game. Despite concerns from fans, Microsoft assures that they are not abandoning the stories from Gears 4 and Gears 5. The decision to focus on the iconic origin story of Emergence Day and the backgrounds of Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago was driven by a compelling narrative opportunity. Gears 5 ended with a cliffhanger, but Microsoft insists that the ongoing storylines will continue in future games. The Coalition, the developer, is excited to explore different facets of the Gears universe with Gears of War: E-Day. The release window for the new game is yet to be announced.

Will Gears of War: E-Day continue the storylines from Gears 4 and Gears 5?

No, Gears of War: E-Day is a prequel set before the first game in the series. However, Microsoft has confirmed that they are not abandoning the storylines from Gears 4 and Gears 5 and these will be continued in future titles.

The Gears of War series, developed by The Coalition and originally by Epic Games, is renowned for its intense third-person shooter gameplay and deep storytelling. The series focuses on the battle between humanity and the subterranean Locust Horde on the planet Sera. Gears 4 introduced a new generation of characters, while Gears 5 delved deeper into the personal journey of Kait Diaz as she uncovered her connection to the Locust Queen. The new prequel, Gears of War: E-Day, aims to explore the pivotal event known as Emergence Day, which marks the Locust's devastating attack on humanity.