Gears of War Channel Abruptly Vanishes

The Coalition's surprising purge of the official Gears of War YouTube and Twitch channels has left fans reeling. Weeks after the highly anticipated reveal of Gears of War: E-Day, a prequel set fourteen years before the original game, the channels now feature a drastically reduced content library.

The Gears of War: E-Day reveal trailer remains, alongside a 2020 fan-made video compilation. However, iconic trailers, developer streams, and esports archives—beloved by long-time fans—have vanished. This move, coinciding with the prequel's focus on a return to the series' horror roots, has fueled speculation about a deliberate effort to create a clean slate for the franchise.

While the removal may be temporary, with videos merely hidden rather than deleted, the immediate impact is significant. The Gears of War: E-Day reveal trailer subtly referenced the original game's iconic trailer, using Gary Jules' "Mad World" during Dom's appearance, hinting at the prequel's intent to re-establish the franchise's identity.

The absence of readily available archival content has prompted fans to search for older videos elsewhere on YouTube. While game trailers are likely widely re-uploaded, locating developer streams and esports content may prove more challenging. The Coalition's actions, though puzzling, underscore the anticipation surrounding Gears of War: E-Day, currently slated for a 2025 release.