Gears of War Reloaded Games Launching August 26
The game's cross-platform play and progression features will allow players to play together across different platforms, including Xbox, PlayStation, and PC, making it a great option for gamers who want to play with friends across different platforms. The remastered version will also include all DLC from the Gears of War: Ultimate Edition, providing a complete and enhanced gaming experience.
Microsoft is releasing a remastered version of Gears of War, called Gears of War: Reloaded, on August 26 for Xbox, PC, and PlayStation, featuring improved visuals and audio, cross-play and cross-progression, and all DLC from the Gears of War: Ultimate Edition.
The game will be available on Xbox Series X|S and PC through Xbox Game Pass, and will also be released on PlayStation 5, marking a significant shift in Microsoft's exclusivity policy. This move aims to revitalize the franchise and cater to both old and new generations of players, with the 20th anniversary of the series approaching in 2026.
Gears of War: Reloaded will support 2-player co-op in campaign mode and up to 8 players in versus multiplayer mode, with cross-play across all platforms. The game will also feature 4K resolution, 60 FPS in campaign mode, and 120 FPS in multiplayer mode, as well as HDR, Dolby Vision, and 7.1.4 Dolby Atmos. Players who purchased the digital version of Gears of War: Ultimate Edition will receive a free upgrade to Gears of War: Reloaded.
The release of Gears of War: Reloaded is part of Xbox's strategy to celebrate and modernize its classic franchises, and will be available at a price of $39.99. With its improved visuals and audio, cross-play and cross-progression features, and availability on multiple platforms, Gears of War: Reloaded is set to be a major release in the gaming world.