Microsoft Starts Sending $5 Gift Cards to Gears of War: E-Day Pre-Orders
Microsoft has begun rolling out $5 gift cards to eligible players who pre-ordered Gears of War: E-Day through the Microsoft Store, with redemption due by December 1, 2026.
Microsoft has begun rolling out $5 gift cards to eligible players who pre-ordered Gears of War: E-Day through the Microsoft Store during the promotional period, according to screenrant.com. Customers in the UK receive £4.
The reward is part of a Microsoft pre-order promotion that also includes two in-game cosmetic items: the Exfil Dom Character Skin and the Exfil Weapon Skin Set.
Eligible customers should receive a notification through the Xbox PC app or a console pop-up within 35 days of the game's launch. The gift card must be redeemed by December 1, 2026, and spent within 90 days of redemption.
The promotion ran until October 6, 2026, for the Standard Edition and until October 1 for the Premium Edition or Premium Upgrade Bundle, subject to availability. It was limited to one gift card per customer, and purchases from third-party retailers were not automatically eligible.
The offer was available in several countries, including the US, UK, India, Canada, Australia, and parts of Europe, though the reward amount varies by region.
Quick answers
How do I get the Gears of War: E-Day pre-order gift card?
Eligible players who pre-ordered through the Microsoft Store during the promotional period should receive a notification through the Xbox PC app or a console pop-up within 35 days of the game's launch.
When does the Gears of War: E-Day gift card expire?
The gift card must be redeemed by December 1, 2026, and spent within 90 days of redemption.
What else does the Gears of War: E-Day pre-order promotion include?
Alongside the gift card, the promotion includes two in-game cosmetic items: the Exfil Dom Character Skin and the Exfil Weapon Skin Set.