Xbox confirms Gears: E-Day and State of Decay 3 on PS5 for 2026

The video game industry is experiencing a sea change. What was once a war between consoles is now transforming into collaboration. Microsoft, through Xbox, has taken a definitive step towards a multiplatform model , and Sony has surprisingly become a key ally . The proof? Two of Xbox's biggest games for 2026, Gears of War: E-Day and State of Decay 3 , will also be coming to PlayStation 5 .

For years, Xbox and PlayStation were the protagonists of one of the gaming industry's most iconic rivalries. But times have changed. Microsoft no longer sees hardware as its primary battleground. Instead, it's focused on services, community, and IP expansion .

And in this new environment, reaching more players means being on more consoles . This is how Gears: E-Day and State of Decay 3 cross the line and land on PS5, something indirectly confirmed in the resumes of developers working on both projects.

Gears of War: E-Day is the new installment of one of Xbox's flagship franchises. As revealed by the specialized media MP1ST, a designer from the studio is actively working on a version for PS5. Although it has not been confirmed whether the launch will be simultaneous with Xbox Series X|S and PC , the signs are clear: the game will not be exclusive .

Before that, in August 2025, fans will be able to enjoy Gears of War: Reloaded , a remaster of the original title in Unreal Engine 5 , which will also be available on PS5. The strategy is clear: position the series to new audiences .

The case of State of Decay 3 is similar. Through LinkedIn, it was confirmed that an Undead Labs developer is working on the PS5 version. This third installment, eagerly awaited by survival game fans, is set to arrive in 2026 , following some internal delays and restructuring within the studio.

It is still unknown whether the previous titles will also be available on Sony's console, but everything indicates that the entire saga could expand beyond the Xbox ecosystem .

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer has been clear: the future is about breaking down barriers . Xbox won't just be a console, but an accessible gaming ecosystem where players choose how and where to play . This also includes Nintendo, as some titles are preparing to arrive on Switch 2 , according to leaked reports from The Game Business . Gamescom 2025 , to be held in August, will be the perfect stage for Xbox to officially announce this new wave of multiplatform releases .