Gears of War E-Day Editions Guide: All Content, Pre-Order Bonuses, and Price

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A highly detailed and dynamic scene from a video game featuring soldiers engaged in combat amidst a fiery and chaotic battlefield. One soldier is leaping through the air while firing a weapon, while another soldier stands on the ground aiming their gun. The environment shows destruction with smoke, fire, and debris scattered around.
  • Primary Subject: Gears of War: E-Day
  • Key Update: The Coalition has detailed three purchasing tiers for the prequel, featuring a premium merchandise-heavy Collector's Edition and early multiplayer beta access for all pre-orders.
  • Status: Confirmed
  • Last Verified: June 9, 2026
  • Quick Answer: Gears of War: E-Day offers Standard ($69.99), Premium ($99.99), and Collector's ($299.99) editions, with pre-orders granting August 6 open beta access.

During the Xbox Games Showcase and Gears of War: E-Day Direct, fans were able to get an in-depth look at the upcoming game.

With fans more informed on the gameplay and plot, anticipation for its release is at an all-time high. If you're one of them, you might be pleased to know pre-orders are officially live and there are plenty of editions to choose from.

Want to know what comes with each edition? Here's everything you need to know.

How Many Editions Does Gears of War: E-Day Have?

There are three editions of Gears of War: E-Day you can choose from: the Standard Edition (Digital and Physical), the Premium Edition (Digital), and the Collector's Edition (Digital and Physical).

Gears of War E-Day edition comparison chart showing Standard Edition, Premium Edition, and Premium Upgrade features.
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Credit: Xbox Game Studios

The Standard Edition comes with just the base game for $69.99. If you want to upgrade from the Standard Edition to the Premium Edition, you need to pay $30 for the Premium Edition Upgrade.

The Premium Edition is priced at $99.99. This comes with the base game and five days of early access, which means you can play from October 1 rather than October 6. You'll also get the Bravo Squad Signature Weapon Pack and five Seasonal Customization Packs, starting with the Emergence Pack at launch. Additionally, you get 1,000 Iron in-game currency.

Get the Emergence Customization Pack - includes two character skins, weapon skins, and other customization items for Gears of War.
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Credit: Xbox Game Studios

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Last but not least, there's the Collector's Edition, which comes with all the Premium Edition inclusions plus some amazing merchandise. This is priced at $299.99.

Promo image for the Gears of War: E-Day Collector's Edition, detailing physical items and premium edition content including a customization pack, exclusive items, and seasonal customization packs.
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Credit: Xbox Game Studios

The Collector's Edition comes with a 15-inch collectible statue of Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago, a Luke Preece-designed custom SteelBook case, a replica of Carlos Santiago's COG tags, an in-game photo, an art print, a thank-you note from The Coalition, and the Collector's Display Packaging.

What Are the Pre-Order Bonuses for Gears of War: E-Day?

Pre-ordering any edition of Gears of War: E-Day scores you some major bonuses.

Gears of War promotional image featuring E-Day, exclusive pre-order items, and information about the open beta starting August 6.
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Credit: Xbox Game Studios

Perhaps the biggest bonus is early access to the open beta, which starts on August 6. This means you'll be able to hop into the game early and access the multiplayer beta.

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Besides access to the open beta, you'll also get the Exfil Dom Character skin and the Exfil Weapon Skin Set.

Pre-orders are live now on the official Xbox and Steam stores.

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