E-Day and Clockwork Revolution Are ‘Not Timed Exclusives,’ Xbox Says — So They’ll Never Launch on PlayStation

When questioned on whether Xbox exclusivity might also return, Sharma has previously been coy — but now, it’s clear that the company is reviving the idea, even if its still unclear exactly what the rules will be going forward.

“As part of our focus on the return of Xbox, we also announced that Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution will be Xbox console exclusives,” Joe Skrebels, Xbox Wire Editor-in-Chief wrote in a blog post. “These are not timed exclusives. Games already announced for multiplatform releases will stick to that plan – we’re committed to investing in and growing Xbox both on console and beyond.”

Will every Xbox game be an exclusive going forward? No — as today we saw Hellblade threequel Senua announced with a PS5 version confirmed, and State of Decay 3 given a 2027 launch window plus confirmation of a PS5 version.

Xbox Games Series Tier List

Xbox Games Series Tier List

Could Microsoft make Elder Scrolls 6 a console exclusive? It seems unlikely. What about future entries in the Forza series, that has sold well on Sony’s console? And of course, numerous Microsoft-owned franchises will obviously also remain multiplatform, such as new launches in the Minecraft and Call of Duty series.

“We want people to choose Xbox because of great games and experiences. That also means giving you something that was made for Xbox,” Sharma wrote on X/Twitter, shedding no more light on the situation. “Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution will be Xbox console exclusives!”

For more, be sure to check out IGN’s roundup of everything announced at Xbox Showcase 2026.

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