Xbox has officially revealed its limited edition Gears of War: E-Day controller, after its existence was leaked earlier this week.
The controller, which will simply be called the Gears of War: E-Day Limited Edition XBOX Wireless Controller, will be released on September 30, ahead of the game’s release on October 6.
“Drawing from the E-holes that scar the world of Gears of War: E-Day, the controller features 3D molded, laser-etched details of cracked asphalt with red, glowing cracks created by the power of an erupting E-hole, exposing the iconic Crimson Omen beneath the surface,” Xbox’s official description reads.
“Blacked-out ABXY buttons are punctuated by a transparent red X button, while matching red triggers and a transparent D-pad reflect the destruction left in the wake of Emergence Day.
“A dark silver metallic COG tag on the battery door signifies Never Fight Alone. Squad up. Textured grips round out a design built for fans ready to carry a piece of Sera into every battle.”
The controller will cost $89.99 / £84.99 and can be pre-ordered now from the Xbox online store.
As well as the main controller, Xbox is also adding a new Gears of War: E-Day design to the Xbox Design Lab store, which lets players customise their own controllers.
The new design was created by UK-based heavy metal illustrator Luke Preece (whose previous clients have included Metallic, Slipknot and Ozzy Osbourne) and features “top case design featuring two crossed Chainsaw Lancers surrounded by the skulls of your enemies”.
“Fans can make it their own with upgrades such as metallic triggers and D-pads, rubberized side and back grips, and a personalized engraving, creating a controller that reflects their connection to the world, characters, and legacy of Gears of War,” Xbox said.
The illustration will also be added to the Xbox Design Lab on September 30, the same date the main limited edition controller goes on sale.
