In a nutshell
- Insider billbil‑kun leaks the Storm King controller, themed around Gears of War: E‑Day.
- Design features cracked black and red textures, blood‑red buttons, and the iconic Gears logo.
- Expected price: $89.99 / €89.99 / £84.99, with reveal imminent.
With Gears of War: E-Day being one of the more hyped exclusive releases in recent memory, it seems that Xbox is going the extra mile for its release with a special limited edition controller.
Gears of War: E-Day Storm King Controller
According to reliable Dealabs insider billbil‑kun, Xbox is set to release a limited edition controller to coincide with Gears of War: E‑Day.
Described as “beautiful,” the design features cracked black and red textures reminiscent of volcanic rock, with blood‑red accents across the D‑Pad, sticks, and buttons. The central section houses a red gear encircling the series logo, creating a striking split‑tone aesthetic.
Pricing & Release Window
The controller is expected to retail for $89.99 / €89.99 / £84.99, matching the price of Xbox’s Forza Horizon 6 limited edition controller. While no release date has been confirmed, the reveal is reportedly imminent within two weeks.
Beta Access
Coinciding with the leak, Xbox has launched an early access Open Beta for Gears of War: E‑Day, running until August 10 for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers, as well as pre‑owners. A wider beta will follow later this month.
