Summary
Gears of War: E-Dayis already set up to be one of the most memorableGears of Warexperiences ever made, as it prepares to take players back to the fateful Emergence Day event, when the Locust Horde first invaded Sera and pushed humanity to the brink of extinction. While there are plenty of things that can be assumed aboutGears of War: E-Day’s story, since the events of Emergence Day are so pivotal to the overarching narrative of the series, another game in the franchise might help shed light on some specifics that general knowledge might not be able to account for.
SinceGears Tacticstakes place only one year after the events ofGears of War: E-Day, it could be a sign of what’s to come forE-Day’s narrative, including what Easter eggs players might find in the story and how the two games might connect. Whether it’s a potentially central role for Ukkon inGears of War: E-Day, a possible cameo from Gabriel Diaz, or theCoalition of Ordered Governments' (COG) transition to martial law, there are plenty of waysGears Tacticscould influence what fans eventually see play out inGears of War: E-Day.
How Gears Tactics Might Influence Gears of War: E-Day’s Story
Ukkon Could Be Central to Gears of War: E-Day’s Plot
One of the aspects ofGears Tacticsthat is perhaps more likely to make its way intoGears of War: E-Dayis Ukkon, the primary antagonist ofGears Tactics. While Ukkon is ultimately defeated inGears Tactics, he very well could be one of the driving forces behind the events ofGears of War: E-Day, given his history. As the lead scientist of the Locust Horde and the architect behind the Locust’s war beasts, his creations would have been a significant contributor to the initial assault on Sera duringEmergence Day. As such, players are likely to see Ukkon at some point duringGears of War: E-Day, and perhaps even engage in an unbeatable combat scenario with him.
Players Might Encounter Gabriel Diaz During Gears of War: E-Day’s Story
SinceGears Tactics' story is led by protagonist Gabriel Diaz, the father ofGears 5’s Kate Diaz, it’s possible thecharacter will also make an appearance inGears of War: E-Day. Gabriel Diaz was an active member of the COG military during Emergence Day, so it would only make sense if his character were to appear at some point duringGears of War: E-Day’s story, even if his appearance only amounted to a brief cameo. As such, it might behoove fans who plan to playGears of War: E-Dayto playGears Tacticsahead of the former’s release in order to get a better idea of who Gabriel Diaz is and his experiences ahead ofE-Day’s events.
There is no record of Gabriel Diaz ever encountering Marcus Fenix or Dominic Santiago, butGears of War: E-Day’s prequel status gives it some narrative liberties other games in the series don’t have.
Gears of War: E-Day Might Show the COG’s Transition to Martial Law
While it’s expected thatGears of War: E-Day’s earliest moments into the Locust Horde invasionwill see the COG military moving quickly to keep the threat under control, there is more than enough reason to believe thatE-Day’s story could see the COG begin to transition to martial law. Around one year after Emergence Day, during the time period ofGears Tactics, the COG enacted the Fortification Act, which placed all COG-controlled territories on the planet Sera under strict military control. Since the COG took over only a year after the events of Emergence Day, players may see this beginning to take place duringGears of War: E-Day’s story.
Given the closeness ofGears Tactics' setting toGears of War: E-Day’s, it would only make sense for there to be some distinct connections between the two. The most likely connection seems to beUkkon, the Locust scientist, but it’s possible players might also cross paths withGears Tactics' Gabriel Diaz and even see the COG slowly transition into martial law. In any case,Gears of War: E-Dayseems primed to offerGearsfans and newcomers alike an unforgettable experience.
