Gears of War: E-Day currently takes up roughly 120.5GB on Xbox Series X|S and around 120.04GB in the Xbox PC app. Those are the install sizes shown for the Xbox versions, giving players a current estimate of the space to set aside before downloading the game.
The console and PC app figures are close, but they are not identical. If you are preparing an Xbox Series X|S console, plan for about 120.5GB. If you are installing through the Xbox app on Windows, the listing is about 120.04GB. Install sizes can change as the game receives updates, so check the Xbox listing or your platform’s install screen before starting a download.
Gears of War: E-Day install sizes by platform
| Platform | Current listed install size |
|---|---|
| Xbox Series X|S | About 120.5GB |
| Xbox PC app | About 120.04GB |
The numbers above refer to the current install listings. They are not a promise that every future patch or optional content package will leave the total unchanged. For the most accurate figure on your device, use the size shown in the Xbox app or console download queue.
Preload and release information
Xbox Wire announced that pre-installation begins ahead of launch, with early access for eligible editions and the full release scheduled for October 6, 2026. The game is developed by The Coalition and returns the series to the early days of the Locust invasion, following Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago.
Watch the official Gears of War: E-Day trailer
Xbox and The Coalition’s official trailer shows the game’s return to the origins of Emergence Day.
Sources: Current Xbox game listing for the install-size readings and Xbox Wire’s pre-install and PC specifications announcement.
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