It’s hardly groundbreaking news that more Xbox first-party titles are making their way to PlayStation 5, but it’s always exciting to receive confirmation of upcoming ports for the platform.
Just two months ago, one of Xbox’s most iconic franchises was finally confirmed to arrive on PlayStation for the first time with the announcement of Gears of War: Reloaded. This is a new remaster of the original title built in Unreal Engine 5, set to launch on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PS5 in August 2025. Given this, it’s not a stretch to imagine that the franchise’s next major installment, Gears of War: E-Day, will also debut on Sony’s console.
Recent discoveries have confirmed that this is indeed the case. Moreover, another significant Xbox launch is also scheduled to join it eventually.
Gears of War: E-Day and another Xbox franchise are set to receive PS5 ports.
This information is sourced from the resume of a Game Designer currently working on the title, where PS5 is explicitly mentioned as one of the target platforms. This isn’t the first time we’ve heard about the possibility of Gears of War: E-Day making its way to PS5. In fact, back in 2024, job listings from The Coalition for a Senior Online Client Engineer for the title specifically sought candidates with experience on platforms like PlayStation Network. However, this mention in the resume provides even more concrete evidence of the game’s potential PS5 release.
While the exact launch platform for PS5 remains uncertain, the most probable scenario is that it will be a port released after its initial Xbox launch. However, given Xbox’s recent shifts in its multiplatform strategy, nothing is definite, and a simultaneous release or a closer PS5 launch could still be in the works.
Moving on to the next game on our list, we’re excited to announce that another franchise that has yet to grace PlayStation is joining the ranks of ports being prepared for PS5. The upcoming State of Decay 3 is the game in question. This revelation comes from the resume of a developer working with Undead Labs, the studio behind the State of Decay series, which proudly lists PS5 as a target platform for the game. This discovery raises intriguing possibilities, as it suggests that the first two games might also see a PlayStation re-release in the future. Nevertheless, one thing is certain: a port for the third installment is already in the works.
While the exact launch platform for PS5 remains uncertain, the most probable scenario is that it will be a port released after its initial Xbox launch. However, given Xbox’s recent shifts in its multiplatform strategy, nothing is definite, and a simultaneous release or a closer PS5 launch could still be in the works.
Moving on to the next game on our list, we’re excited to announce that another franchise that has yet to grace PlayStation is joining the ranks of ports being prepared for PS5. The upcoming State of Decay 3 is the game in question. This revelation comes from the resume of a developer working with Undead Labs, the studio behind the State of Decay series, which proudly lists PS5 as a target platform for the game. This discovery raises intriguing possibilities, as it suggests that the first two games might also see a PlayStation re-release in the future. Nevertheless, one thing is certain: a port for the third installment is already in the works.
Unfortunately, no further details are available regarding the release dates of Gears of War: E-Day and State of Decay 3 on PlayStation. We’ll have to wait for official announcements to know. While State of Decay 3 was initially slated for a 2025 release, it’s now rumored to have been delayed to 2026, the same year Gears of War: E-Day is also anticipated. This rumor seems more likely now due to a recent report from Ethan Gach at Kotaku, which suggests that Undead Labs experienced layoffs to an unknown extent, following a significant wave of layoffs and cancellations within Xbox.
On a related note, The Game Business recently reported that Xbox is expected to make announcements in the coming weeks regarding ports for both Nintendo Switch 2 and PS5. These ports are likely to be of already-launched titles that have been anticipated for some time, such as Starfield or even Halo: The Master Chief Collection. It wouldn’t surprise anyone as much as it might have years ago.
We can expect announcements of this type at Gamescom 2025, which will take place next month from August 20 to 24. The previous edition of Gamescom notably confirmed the arrival of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on PS5.
E-Day Seemingly in Development for PS5
According to a recently released report, Microsoft is considering porting Xbox console exclusives such as “Gears of War: E-Day” and “State of Decay 3” to PlayStation 5 consoles. This move would align with Microsoft’s broader strategy to transition away from console exclusivity and adopt a more traditional third-party publishing model.
In early 2024, Microsoft initiated a shift away from console exclusivity, porting over a dozen titles to Xbox rival consoles. Notably, “Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4” was released simultaneously on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch on July 11, 2024.
One of the founding members of the Xbox project has expressed concerns about Microsoft’s cross-platform strategy. According to MP1st, several developer resumes indicate that Microsoft plans to release several more Xbox titles on PlayStation consoles. One of the sourced resumes pertains to a designer working on the next installment in the “Gears of War” franchise, “E-Day,” which lists the PlayStation 5 as one of the project’s target platforms. This development aligns with recent rumors suggesting that Microsoft may be considering releasing “E-Day” on PlayStation consoles.