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Gears of War: E-Day Collector’s Edition Contents

Gears of War: E-Day Collector’s Edition contents: a 15-inch Marcus and Dom statue, replica COG tags, a SteelBook, the game and Premium content. Out October 1.

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Short answer

A 15-inch statue, replica COG tags, a SteelBook and the Premium game

The Collector’s Edition is the only physical premium bundle. It launched on October 1, 2026 for Xbox Series X and Steam, and it includes the game plus all Premium Edition content, so buyers could start during early access.

It is sold through the Xbox Game Studios Shop and select retailers in limited quantities. Xbox’s announcements do not state a price, so check the retailer listing in your region.

Released
October 1, 2026
Platforms
Xbox Series X, Steam
Statue height
15 inches

What is in the box

Collector’s Edition contents, from the official editions page
ItemDetails
Diorama statue15 inches; Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago. Needs 3 AAA batteries, not included.
Replica COG tags1:1 scale tags of Carlos Santiago in zinc alloy and brass.
In-game photoA replica of a photograph that appears in the game.
Art printThe Feral Wretch, in a portfolio case.
SteelBook caseCustom artwork by illustrator Luke Preece.
Thank-you noteFrom the developers at The Coalition.
Display packagingCollector’s box with a sliding drawer for the tags.
Base gamePhysical disc on Xbox Series X; digital code on Steam.
Premium Edition contentEarly access, five seasonal packs, 1,000 Iron and the Bravo Squad Signature Weapon Pack.

The statue

The Coalition describes the statue as a diorama of Marcus and Dom inside a collapsing structure. Marcus grabs hold of his falling friend, who lands a headshot on a Feral Wretch climbing out of an emergence hole below.

It reverses a moment from the 2024 announcement trailer on purpose, so that Marcus could be shown holding the Prototype Chainsaw Lancer, the weapon whose origin the game covers. A blood-spattered Crimson Omen is carved into the back, and a battery-powered red light glows from the hole.

The tags, photo and box

The tags belong to Carlos Santiago, Dom’s brother and Marcus’s friend, whose death hangs over the story. They are engraved with his name and an “ES” marking for the Embry Star, the commendation he received after dying at Aspho Fields. The studio says they are laser-engraved, matched to the in-game model and hung on a heavy chain.

The photograph shows Dom, Carlos and Marcus together in happier times and appears in the game itself. The SteelBook shows Marcus on one side and Dom on the other, each holding those tags.

The box doubles as a display stand. A drawer beneath the statue holds the tags and is inscribed with a line from the COG oath: “I shall hold my place in the machine.”

Platforms and the game copy

There are two versions. The Xbox Series X version includes the game on a physical disc. Steam buyers receive a digital code instead. No other version is listed.

Both versions include the Premium Edition content and the pre-order bonus. People who pre-ordered also received a code by email for early access to the August open beta.

If your statue arrived damaged

On September 29, 2026, The Coalition said a small portion of customers had reported statues arriving with damaged components and that it was investigating.

  1. Photograph the damage and keep all packaging.
  2. Contact the retailer you bought from and submit a request, so the order is documented.
  3. In North America, the UK and the EU, the support post directs you to DPI’s request form.
  4. In Australia and New Zealand, it directs you to JB Hi-Fi or EB Games support.
  5. Watch the Gears of War news page for the promised next steps.

Before you buy

  • Quantities are limited and availability varies by region.
  • Decide between the Xbox Series X disc version and the Steam code version; they are separate products.
  • Have three AAA batteries ready for the statue’s light.
  • If you only want the in-game content, the digital Premium Edition includes the same items for $99.99.

Quick questions

How much is the Collector’s Edition?

Xbox’s announcements do not give a price. Check the Xbox Game Studios Shop or a participating retailer in your region.

Does the Collector’s Edition include the game?

Yes. Xbox Series X buyers get a physical disc and Steam buyers get a digital code, plus the Premium Edition content.

Who designed the SteelBook?

Illustrator Luke Preece, who also created the artwork for the Xbox Design Lab controller option.

Next step

Gears of War: E-Day Premium Edition: What You GetSee exactly what the included Premium Edition content covers.

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