Gears of War: E-Day is available on PC. The official Xbox page lists Windows 10/11, Microsoft Store, and Steam; PC Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate are also listed as ways to play.
Choose where to play
- Microsoft Store / Xbox on PC: The official Xbox page lists Microsoft as a PC storefront and says the game arrives on PC with PC Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate.
- Steam: The official Steam listing offers the PC game for pre-purchase.
Check the PC system requirements
Steam lists the following minimum and recommended specifications. Both tiers require DirectX 12 and 115 GB of SSD storage.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 10 64-bit, version 22H (build 19045.7291) | Windows 11 64-bit, version 25H2 or newer |
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 2600X, Intel Core i7-6850K, or Intel Core i5-10400 | AMD Ryzen 5 5600 or Intel Core i5-11600K |
| Memory | 12 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Hardware ray-tracing-capable RTX 5050, RTX 2060, RX 6600, or RX 9060 | RTX 5060, RTX 3060 Ti, RX 6700 XT, or RX 9060 XT |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 115 GB available space on an SSD | 115 GB available space on an SSD |
Compare your PC against the minimum column before purchasing. The recommended column lists a higher CPU, memory, and graphics tier; both configurations specify the same SSD capacity.
What to do next
Check your Windows version and hardware
Compare your operating system, processor, memory, graphics card, and available SSD space with the table above.
Choose a PC store or subscription
Use the official Xbox page for Microsoft and PC Game Pass options, or open the Steam listing to review its PC purchase options.
Review the store listing before buying
Confirm the current edition and purchase details on your chosen storefront. Steam lists a Premium Edition with five days of advance access.