Summary
- Gears 6 was skipped for Gears of War: E-Day, focusing on the pivotal Emergence Day.
- E-Day DLC could showcase varied perspectives, like Cole, Baird, Helena, and Adam Fenix.
- Expanding E-Day with diverse DLC can deepen the narrative and engage fans old and new.
While Gears 6 might have been the easiest route for the Gears of War series to take, it opted instead for Gears of War: E-Day, and that might benefit the franchise in the long run. The Gears series has been on a bit of a downward slope since the original trilogy ended, but Gears of War: E-Day's prequel status — as well as the fact that it is focusing on Emergence Day, the most important event in Gears of War's overarching narrative — may be the jumpstart that the series needs to get it back on its feet again. In fact, Gears of War: E-Day's story offers a prime opportunity for worthwhile DLC to follow the game's release, potentially expanding both its narrative and its lifespan.
Since Gears of War: E-Day is centering its focus on Emergence Day, it should arguably milk all that it can out of the setting, and it can do that through DLC. Even though the main story will focus on Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago, there's a lot of potential for Gears of War: E-Day's post-launch DLC to explore the event through the eyes of other characters, both familiar and new, that were present during it. There are obvious characters that would be great for this, like Baird and Cole, but other characters, like Helena Stroud or even Adam Fenix, would make for compelling DLC additions as well. It's just the perfect setting for numerous different perspectives.
Gears of War: E-Day's Post-Launch May Find Itself Between The Anvil and The Hammer
Gears of War: E-Day has not been confirmed to receive post-launch content, but whether it does or doesn't could be tricky for The Coalition.
Gears of War: E-Day Could Tell Its Story From Different Perspectives Using DLC
Baird and Cole DLC for Gears of War: E-Day Would Serve Longtime Fans
Two of the most obvious choices for Gears of War: E-Day DLC are Damon Baird and Augustus Cole, both of whom have been with the series since its beginning as members of Delta Squad, alongside Marcus and Dom. As such, if Gears of War: E-Day were to launch Baird and Cole DLC at some point after its launch, it would likely serve longtime fans well. However, these two characters would potentially offer more than just fan service, as their roles and status during the events of Emergence Day could lead to some intriguing gameplay, as well as a chance for the prequel to invite newcomers into the larger Gears of War universe.
When the Locust Horde emerged from the surface of Sera on Emergence Day, Baird was already working as a Gear for the Coalition of Ordered Governments, and he was stationed in Galen's Hope, a city in the Tyrus province. His technical expertise is ultimately what brought him here, but his experience with the COG on Emergence Day is really what would cause him to stand out as a playable DLC character for Gears of War: E-Day. As a Gear headed into Emergence Day, Baird has a unique and cynical perspective on the COG that would offer a compelling addition to Gears of War: E-Day's narrative if it were experienced firsthand.
Two of the most obvious choices for Gears of War: E-Day DLC are Damon Baird and Augustus Cole, both of whom have been with the series since its beginning as members of Delta Squad, alongside Marcus and Dom.
Unlike Baird, Cole wasn't a soldier at the time of Emergence Day. In fact, he was still playing as a Thrashball star for the Hanover Cougars when the Locust Horde emerged. While not many explicit details have been given about Cole's whereabouts during Emergence Day, various conversations throughout the series have noted that Cole immediately jumped into the fight, using his athletic ability and strength to fend off the Locust Horde. It would be interesting to experience Cole's evolution from Thrashball superstar to battle-hardened warrior in a Cole DLC for Gears of War: E-Day.
Other Characters Would Make for Compelling Gears of War: E-Day DLC as Well
Cole and Baird aren't the only two characters that would be a great fit for Gears of War: E-Day DLC either. Throughout the series, several different characters have been referenced or briefly shown whose role during Emergence Day would offer some engaging DLC and a differing perspective on the tragic event.
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Character |
Relevance to Gears of War and Emergence Day |
|---|---|
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Helena Stroud |
Mother of Anya Stroud, one of the most important characters of the original trilogy |
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Tai Kaliso |
Fan-favorite character who was connected with Marcus and Dom on E-Day |
|
Bernie Mataki |
Seasoned sniper and veteran during the Pendulum Wars |
|
Adam Fenix |
Marcus Fenix's father, who played a critical role in the development of the Hammer of Dawn |
|
Minh Young Kim |
Delta Squad leader before Marcus took command |
|
Alex Brand |
Fan-favorite character from the comics whose sharp wit and determination define her |
|
Michael Barrick |
Gear and PTSD sufferer whose trauma is reinforced by the events of Emergence Day |
|
Carlos Santiago |
Marcus Fenix's best friend, who played a key role during Emergence Day |
With Gears of War: E-Day revisiting the franchise's most pivotal event, it would be a missed opportunity not to expand its scope through meaningful DLC. The tragedy and chaos of Emergence Day affected countless lives beyond Marcus and Dom, so Gears of War: E-Day would be remiss not to explore those perspectives. Whether it's fan-favorites like Baird and Cole or lesser-known figures like Helena Stroud and Carlos Santiago, each potential DLC could add depth to Gears of War: E-Day's narrative while reinforcing the emotional weight of the Locust invasion.
- Developer(s)
- The Coalition
- Publisher(s)
- Xbox Game Studios
- Engine
- Unreal Engine 5
- Franchise
- Gears of War
WHERE TO PLAY
- Genre(s)
- Third-Person Shooter
