Gears of War: E-Day will feature the original voice actors for Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago. John DiMaggio will reprise his role as Marcus Fenix, while Carlos Ferro will return as Dominic Santiago. The Coalition, the game's developer, officially confirmed this news on November 7, 2024, which marked the 18th anniversary of the Gears of War franchise.
This announcement has been well-received by fans, as the original voice actors are considered integral to the characters' identities. The game is set to be a prequel, focusing on the events of Emergence Day (E-Day) when the Locust Horde first invaded. It will tell an origin story depicting the Locust invasion through Marcus Fenix's perspective.
While the exact release date for Gears of War: E-Day hasn't been announced, there are rumors suggesting it might target a 2025 release. The game is being developed for Xbox Series X|S, continuing the franchise's legacy as a major Xbox exclusive.
