# Secure Your Gears of War: E-Day Xbox Controller: Preorders Are Now Open
As the holiday gaming season approaches, Microsoft is ramping up excitement for its flagship exclusive, *Gears of War: E-Day*. Serving as a visceral prequel to the legendary franchise that defined the Xbox 360 era, this title takes players back to the harrowing origins of the Locust conflict. To commemorate this return to the series’ roots, Microsoft has unveiled a stunning, limited-edition wireless controller designed specifically for the Xbox Series X|S ecosystem.
## A Collector’s Item for the Locust War
Priced at $89.99, this specialized peripheral is scheduled to hit shelves on September 30. With anticipation for the game at an all-time high-especially given the franchise’s historical impact on the shooter genre-these controllers are expected to move quickly. Fans looking to secure their hardware can place preorders immediately through major retailers.
### Where to Buy
You can reserve your unit today at the following storefronts:
* [Get it at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com)
* [Get it at Best Buy](https://www.bestbuy.com)
* [Get it at Microsoft Store](https://www.microsoft.com)
## Understanding the Significance of E-Day
For those new to the lore, “E-Day” refers to “Emergence Day.” This pivotal moment in the *Gears of War* timeline marks the catastrophic event where the Locust Horde tunneled to the surface of the planet Sera, launching a brutal, coordinated assault on human civilization.
While the original 2006 *Gears of War* introduced us to the aftermath of this war, *E-Day* promises to provide a fresh, terrifying perspective on the initial invasion. Much like how the *Halo: Reach* prequel offered a darker, more desperate tone compared to the original *Halo* trilogy, *E-Day* is poised to redefine the stakes of the franchise. Recent industry reports suggest that the game will leverage the full power of the Unreal Engine 5, ensuring that the subterranean terror of the Locust feels more immersive and claustrophobic than ever before.
