Early review builds of Gears of War: E-Day have revealed the full structure and completion times for the upcoming campaign ahead of its launch. Critics report that finishing the game takes between 10 and 25 hours based on individual playstyles and chosen difficulty settings.

  • Five acts alongside a prologue and epilogue
  • Set in Kalona during the initial Locust invasion 14 years before the original 2006 title
  • Completion times range from 10 to 14 hours on normal difficulty
  • Completionist runs scale up to 20 to 25 hours
  • Returning protagonists Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago joined by newcomers Mags Carter and Lucas Reyes

Campaign Structure and Setting

The story takes place in the city of Kalona during the first days of the Locust war. The narrative spans five distinct acts, supported by a dedicated prologue and epilogue.

Gameplay and Mission Design

The experience combines a linear cover-based shooter format with semi-open-world exploration. Players can undertake side missions and hunt for collectibles between main story objectives.

Multiplayer and Horde modes open for access via early access on October 1.