Gears of War: E-Day is set to bring back John DiMaggio and Carlos Ferro as the voices of Marcus Fenix and Dominic “Dom” Santiago. These two actors have been the iconic voices of these characters since the original Gears of War in 2006. The announcement of their return came from The Coalition, the game’s developer, who confirmed their involvement in a tweet celebrating the 18th anniversary of the Gears of War franchise. This news has sparked excitement among fans who have followed the series for nearly two decades.
The game, set 14 years before the events of the first Gears of War, focuses on the Emergence Day event, which marks the beginning of the Locust War. The prequel will explore the catastrophic invasion of the planet Sera by the Locust Horde, a pivotal moment that shaped the entire Gears narrative. This storyline is essential to understanding the war and the ongoing conflict between humanity and the Locust, which has been at the heart of the series.
John DiMaggio and Carlos Ferro are no strangers to the roles of Marcus and Dom, having voiced the characters in multiple games since 2006. They appeared in Gears of War 2 (2008), Gears of War 3 (2011), Gears of War Judgment (2013), Gears of War 4 (2016), and Gears of War 5 (2019). Their return to voice these characters in E-Day is a nostalgic moment for long-time fans, as they have become synonymous with Marcus and Dom over the years.
The focus of E-Day will be on the early days of the Locust War, exploring the chaos and devastation caused by the Locust Horde’s rise from underground. This event, known as Emergence Day, was a cataclysmic turning point in the Gears universe. Players can expect to see how the conflict began, along with the relationships and dynamics between key characters that were influenced by this catastrophic event.
Although there is no confirmed release date for Gears of War: E-Day, reports suggest the game is targeting a 2025 launch. Fans can look forward to this prequel, which promises to shed new light on the origins of the war and provide a fresh perspective on the beloved characters of Marcus and Dom. With the return of DiMaggio and Ferro, excitement for the game continues to grow as players eagerly await more details.
