Gears of War: Reloaded – Everything you need to know about the Gears of War remaster

Gears of War: Reloaded is set to bring back the original Gears of War game that first launched in 2006 on the Xbox 360 in a shiny remaster. Not only will it bring a wealth of enchantments for modern players, but it will also bring The Coalition's iconic third-person shooter to more platforms than ever before.

Officially announced back in May, we got an exciting look at Reloaded during the Summer Game Fest 2025 schedule, with some gameplay showcases some of the new features such as cross-play support, as well as the visual improvements. Following the show, The Coalition also confirmed that those who pre-order can take part in two weekend multiplayer betas, with the first kicking off on June 13.

Gears of War was one of the best shooters of its day and ushered in one of Xbox's biggest series. With an action-packed core campaign and multiplayer modes and maps, its sequel Gears of War 2 came a few years later to join the ranks of the best Xbox 360 games of all time. It's certainly an exciting time for Gears fans, with the remaster and the upcoming Xbox Series X game, Gears of War: E-Day on the way. In the lead up to launch later this year, you find everything you need to know about Gears of War: Reloaded just below, from details on the betas to a breakdown of all its improvements, and much more.

Gears of War: Reloaded release date

Gears of War: Reloaded is set to release on August 26, 2025.

Xbox confirmed the release date in the official announcement on Xbox Wire, with The Coalition studio head, Mike Crump, remarking that the upcoming launch of the remaster comes before the original Gears of War's 20th anniversary in 2026. It's great that longtime fans and newcomers alike will be able to step into the action before the big milestone.

Gears of War: Reloaded platforms

The Gears of War: Reloaded platforms have been confirmed, with the remaster set to land on PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PS5, and will also be available on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass day one.

Yes, alongside its release on Xbox Series X, Gears of War: Reloaded will also be among the upcoming PC games and upcoming PS5 games, which means the first Gears of War game is getting a multiplatform release for the very first time.

What is Gears of War: Reloaded?

Gears of War: Reloaded is a remaster of the original Gears of War game, with several enhancements and for current-gen consoles, and is described as the "definitive way to experience" Gears of War. Alongside the core campaign of the base game, Reloaded also has all of the post-launch DLC and extra content found in the Gears of War: Ultimate Edition, including the bonus campaign act, all multiplayer maps and modes, and the "full roster of classic characters and cosmetics" that are unlockable as you progress.

Gears of War: Reloaded trailer

A Gears of War: Reloaded gameplay trailer dropped during the Xbox Games showcase 2025 during Summer Game Fest. Giving us a look at the impressive remaster with its enhanced textures and cross-platform support, we also see some of the iconic characters and chainsaw weapons in action. You can watch the full trailer above.

Gears of War: Reloaded features

The Coalition also revealed all of the Gears of War: Reloaded features that will be included. As a true remaster for current-gen consoles and PC, it boasts 4K resolution, 60FPS support in the core campaign, and 120FPS in multiplayer. It will also have High Dynamic Range (HDR), 4K assets and remastered textures, improved shadows and reflections, zero loading screens during the campaign, Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos sound, and 7.1 3D Spatial audio, and variable refresh rate (VVR) support.

So you can expect smoother gameplay, enhanced visuals and sound, and fast loading speeds overall.

Gears of War: Reloaded multiplayer and co-op

The Coalition has confirmed Gears of War: Reloaded will feature eight-player online Versus multiplayer support as well as two-player split-screen and online co-op for the main campaign.

The original Gears of War featured a wealth of different multiplayer maps and modes, including Warzone, Execution, and Annex. The complete multiplayer experience looks set to return, with cross-progression support across all platforms in both the campaign and multiplayer.

For a closer look at how it feels to play in online co-op, be sure to check out our Gears of War: Reloaded hands-on preview.

Will Gears of War: Reloaded support cross-play?

Gears of War: Reloaded will support cross-play across all platforms, meaning you'll be able to team up with players across both consoles and PC. The Coalition has confirmed that no Microsoft account will be required to play, but "signing in with a Microsoft account unlocks full cross-platform functionality", adding that "it enables cross-progression, so your campaign and multiplayer progress carries across devices. It also allows you to send invites and play with your friends across platforms - like Xbox to PlayStation or Steam to Xbox".

Can I pre-order Gears of War: Reloaded?

Gears of War: Reloaded is now officially available to pre-order, with The Coalition confirming you can currently pre-order the game across PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PS5 as of June 8, 2025.

Gears of War: Reloaded betas

In the announcement confirming pre-orders following the Xbox Games Showcase 2025, The Coalition revealed that anyone who pre-orders will also gain access to two weekend Gears of War: Reloaded multiplayer betas.

With the first beta kicking off on June 13-15, the second will take place on June 20-22 ahead of its August 2025 release date.

Gears of War: Reloaded price

The Gears of War: Reloaded price comes in at $39.99 for all platforms, with The Coalition also confirming that anyone who purchased the digital version of Gears of War: Ultimate Edition prior to "16:00 UTC on May 5" will receive a free upgrade to Reloaded, which will be delivered "prior to launch of the game via a direct message to eligible Xbox accounts".

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