A recent job listing for a senior online client engineer related to the upcoming installment of the Gears of War series by The Coalition hints at the possibility of the game making its way to PlayStation in the future. The listing emphasizes the need for expertise in building multiplayer and online experiences, including in-game economies and commerce, session management, player statistics, user-generated content, matchmaking, and game content management.
Although details about Gears of War E-Day are currently scarce, it is known that the game will serve as a prequel to the series, offering a glimpse into the events surrounding Emergence Day, fourteen years prior to the original game, through the perspective of Marcus Fenix. The development team is confident in delivering a compelling narrative and a top-tier gaming experience with the new installment.
The development of Gears of War E-Day is underway for PC and Xbox Series X|S, with no official release date announced at this time.
The job ad, available here, seeks individuals with experience in Unreal Engine and various object-oriented programming languages, and familiarity with platforms such as Xbox Live, Steam, and PlayStation Network. While the mention of PlayStation Network in the job listing does not confirm a PlayStation launch, it suggests the potential for the game to expand beyond its traditional platforms.
