Gears of War: Reloaded Arriving on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S This Summer Featuring Full Cross-Progression and Cross-Platform Multiplayer

Exciting News: Gears of War: Reloaded Set to Launch This Summer

The eagerly anticipated Gears of War: Reloaded, a remastered version of the iconic first installment in the acclaimed series, is scheduled for release this summer on both PC and consoles. Notably, this marks the debut of the celebrated third-person shooter franchise on PlayStation platforms.

Development and Content Overview

Today, the announcement was made on the official Xbox website. The remaster is being developed collaboratively by The Coalition, alongside Sumo Interactive and Disbelief.Gears of War: Reloaded promises to be the definitive edition, incorporating all content from the Gears of War: Ultimate Edition. This includes the main campaign, all post-launch downloadable content (DLC), such as the additional campaign act, as well as all multiplayer maps, modes, and a plethora of classic characters and unlockable cosmetics.

Enhanced Features for a New Generation

In addition to the extensive content, Gears of War: Reloaded will deliver significant graphical and gameplay enhancements across all supported platforms. Key features include:

4K Resolution Support
60 FPS Gameplay in the campaign, and up to 120 FPS in multiplayer modes
HDR and VRR Support
Enhanced visual effects, improved shadows, and reflections
Super resolution with improved anti-aliasing techniques
Zero loading screens during the campaign

With a Microsoft account, players will enjoy full cross-platform functionality, allowing for seamless cross-progression and multiplayer experiences. This means that players can send game invites and compete against friends, regardless of their console choice. Notably, cross-platform multiplayer will remain accessible even without a Microsoft account.

Release Date and Availability

The official launch date for Gears of War: Reloaded is set for August 25th, and it will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S. Additionally, existing owners of the Ultimate Edition will receive the remaster as a complimentary upgrade. Furthermore, the game is positioned to be included in both the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass libraries at launch.