What E-Day's Xbox Exclusivity Means for Players and the Fran…
For players, E-Day's exclusivity means you'll need an Xbox to play it, but it also reinforces Xbox's push for must-have exclusives. For the industry, it shows Microsoft is willing to sacrifice sales f…
For players, E-Day's exclusivity means you'll need an Xbox to play it, but it also reinforces Xbox's push for must-have exclusives. For the industry, it shows Microsoft is willing to sacrifice sales f…
Key points - Gears of War: E-Day launched this week as an Xbox exclusive, skipping a PS5 release. - Studio head Mike Crump says Gears has been tied to Xbox for 20 years, making exclusivity natural. - Crump claims success is measured by showcasing the platform, not just sales figures. - The game runs on both Xbox Series X and S, with Page File tricks used for the weaker console. - Developers at The Coalition expected layoffs after launch, but Crump says shipping a great game is the focus.
Timeline - Earlier this year: Gears of War: E-Day is pulled from the PS5 release slate by Xbox CEO Asha Sharma. - This week: Gears of War: E-Day launches exclusively on Xbox. - After launch: The Coalition developers tell Eurogamer they are expecting layoffs.
FAQ
Q: Why isn't Gears of War: E-Day on PS5? A: Studio head Mike Crump says Gears has been an Xbox franchise for 20 years and is meant to carry the Xbox banner, giving people a reason to be in the ecosystem.
Q: Will Gears of War: E-Day come to PS5 later? A: There's no official word. It was pulled from the PS5 slate earlier this year, and Crump's comments suggest exclusivity is the plan for now.
Q: Is Gears of War: E-Day good? A: Our reviewer gave it a 9, praising its heartfelt prequel story, strong characters, and evolved combat that stands with the best Gears campaigns.
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