Gears of War: E-Day Guide | All Chapters and Missions

Gears of War: E-Day takes players back to the beginning of the Locust invasion, following Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago as they fight to survive Emergence Day in Kalona. The Campaign is divided into five Acts, with each Act containing several chapters that move the story forward through the city's collapse.

If you're wondering how many chapters there are in Gears of War: E-Day, how long the Campaign is, or which chapter comes next, this guide has the complete mission list in order.

Gears of War: E-Day has 26 numbered chapters, split across five Acts. There is also a separate Prologue at the beginning and an Epilogue after the final Act, bringing the total to **28 Campaign sections**.

How Many Chapters Are in Gears of War: E-Day?

There are 26 main chapters in Gears of War: E-Day.

The Campaign is divided into:

• Prologue:1 section
• Act 1: 4 chapters
• Act 2: 5 chapters
• Act 3: 6 chapters
• Act 4: 6 chapters
• Act 5: 5 chapters
• Epilogue: 1 section

This means there are 26 numbered chapters and 28 total Campaign sections when the Prologue and Epilogue are included. Acts 3 and 4 are the largest parts of the Campaign, with six chapters each.

Prologue

The Prologue serves as the opening section of the Campaign and introduces the events surrounding Emergence Day before the numbered Acts begin.

Act 1

Act 1 introduces the Campaign's main characters and establishes the chaos caused by the Locust emergence. This opening Act contains four chapters.

Chapter 1: Emergence

The first chapter introduces the beginning of the Locust invasion and sets the stage for the events that follow.

Chapter 2: Survival of the Fittest

Marcus and Dom continue fighting through the rapidly deteriorating situation as survival becomes the immediate priority.

Chapter 3: A Gear in Need

The Campaign continues to establish the relationship between the characters while pushing deeper into the developing crisis.

Chapter 4: Back in the Fold

Act 1 concludes as the situation in Kalona continues to escalate and the characters become increasingly involved in the fight against the Locust.

Act 2

Act 2 expands the Campaign and introduces more of the squad's military operations as the COG attempts to respond to the Locust invasion.

Chapter 1: Bravo Squad

Bravo Squad is introduced as the Campaign begins moving toward larger-scale military operations.

Chapter 2: Hold the Line

The squad takes part in a defensive operation as the Locust threat continues to spread.

Chapter 3: No Gear Left Behind

The situation becomes increasingly dangerous as the squad works through another major operation.

Chapter 4: Flyboys

The Campaign moves into another phase of the fight as Bravo Squad deals with the rapidly changing battlefield.

Chapter 5: Overrun

Act 2 concludes with the Locust putting increasing pressure on the COG forces.

Act 3

Act 3 is one of the longest sections of the Campaign, containing six chapters. The story begins shifting toward more dangerous operations as the squad continues fighting through Kalona.

Chapter 1: Stranded

Bravo Squad finds itself in a difficult position and must work its way through another dangerous section of the city.

Chapter 2: Enemy Lines

The squad pushes further into hostile territory as the Campaign increases the pressure on the characters.

Chapter 3: Last Foothold

The remaining COG forces fight to maintain their position as the Locust invasion continues.

Chapter 4: The Convoy

The Campaign moves into a major operation involving a convoy as the squad attempts to progress through the increasingly dangerous city.

Chapter 5: Desperate Times

The situation becomes more desperate as Bravo Squad attempts to survive while the Locust continue their assault.

Chapter 6: Desperate Measures

Act 3 concludes with the squad forced to take increasingly dangerous measures to continue the fight.

Act 4

Act 4 contains another six chapters, making it tied with Act 3 for the largest Act in the Campaign.

Chapter 1: Hope and Ruin

The squad continues its fight through the devastated city as the Campaign moves toward its final stages.

Chapter 2: Technical Difficulties

Bravo Squad encounters another obstacle that forces them to find a way forward while dealing with the ongoing Locust assault.

Chapter 3: Tough as Nails

The pressure continues to increase as the squad takes on another dangerous operation.

 Chapter 4: Signals

The characters pursue another objective while attempting to navigate the increasingly chaotic battlefield.

Chapter 5: Paths Diverge

The Campaign moves into another major story beat as the squad's objectives become increasingly complicated.

Chapter 6: Critical Failure

Act 4 concludes with Bravo Squad facing another major setback before the final Act begins.

Act 5

Act 5 is the final numbered Act of Gears of War: E-Day and contains five chapters. It brings the Campaign toward its conclusion as the fight for Kalona reaches its final stages.

Chapter 1: One Problem at a Time

The final Act begins with the squad dealing with another immediate threat while continuing toward its larger objective.

Chapter 2: Ghost Town

Bravo Squad pushes through another dangerous area as the situation in Kalona continues to deteriorate.

Chapter 3: Storm Clouds

The Campaign moves closer to its climax as the squad faces another major obstacle.

Chapter 4: Resolute

The final stages of the Campaign begin as Bravo Squad works toward its escape from the collapsing city.

Chapter 5: The Fall of Kalona

The final chapter brings the main Campaign to its conclusion as Emergence Day leaves a permanent mark on Kalona and the wider Gears of War story.

Epilogue

After completing Act 5, the Campaign continues with a separate Epilogue.

The Epilogue serves as the final Campaign section and provides the closing moments of the story.

Gears of War: E-Day Chapter List in Order

For a quick reference, here is the complete Campaign order:

Act 1

• 1. Emergence
• 2. Survival of the Fittest
• 3. A Gear in Need
• 4. Back in the Fold

Act 2

• 1. Bravo Squad
• 2. Hold the Line
• 3. No Gear Left Behind
• 4. Flyboys
• 5. Overrun

Act 3

• 1. Stranded
• 2. Enemy Lines
• 3. Last Foothold
• 4. The Convoy
• 5. Desperate Times
• 6. Desperate Measures

Act 4

• 1. Hope and Ruin
• 2. Technical Difficulties
• 3. Tough as Nails
• 4. Signals
• 5. Paths Diverge
• 6. Critical Failure

Act 5

• 1. One Problem at a Time
• 2. Ghost Town
• 3. Storm Clouds
• 4. Resolute
• 5. The Fall of Kalona

How Long Is the Gears of War: E-Day Campaign?

The length of a playthrough depends on your difficulty, how quickly you progress through encounters, and how much optional content you complete. A standard story-focused run takes roughly **14 hours**, while players who explore more thoroughly and pursue optional content can spend considerably longer in the Campaign.

The Campaign also includes optional content and exploration opportunities, meaning the chapter count doesn't necessarily tell you exactly how long each section will take.

If you're simply following the main story, you can progress through the chapters in order without needing to complete every optional activity.

Can You Replay Chapters?

Yes. Once you've progressed through the Campaign, you can use the game's chapter selection to return to previously completed sections. This is useful if you want to revisit a particular part of the story, collect anything you missed, or replay an encounter at a greater difficulty.

Chapter selection also makes it easier to return to earlier parts of the Campaign without starting a completely new playthrough.

Final Thoughts

Gears of War: E-Day contains 26 numbered chapters across five Acts with a Prologue and Epilogue, bringing the total to 28 Campaign sections. Acts 3 and 4 are the longest, each containing six chapters, while Acts 1 and 5 contain four and five chapters, respectively.

Use the chapter list above to keep track of your progress through the Campaign or quickly find the section you're currently playing. If you're looking for more detailed help with individual objectives, collectibles, weapons, or difficult encounters, you can find that in separate Gears of War: E-Day guides.

FAQ

Q. How many chapters are in Gears of War: E-Day?

A. Gears of War: E-Day has 26 numbered chapters across five Acts. Including the separate Prologue and Epilogue, there are 28 total Campaign sections.

Q. How many Acts are in Gears of War: E-Day?

A. There are five Acts in the Gears of War: E-Day Campaign. Acts 1 and 5 have four and five chapters, respectively, while Acts 3 and 4 are the longest with six chapters each.

Q. What is the final chapter in Gears of War: E-Day?

A. The final numbered chapter is Act 5, Chapter 5: The Fall of Kalona. It is followed by the separate Epilogue.

Q. How long does it take to beat Gears of War: E-Day?

A. A story-focused Campaign playthrough takes around 14 hours, although the total can increase if you explore optional areas, complete additional objectives, or play on a greater difficulty.