Gears of War: Reloaded Gets Multiplatform Release

Gears of War: Reloaded, a full remaster of the 2006 classic, will release on August 26, 2025 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC (via Steam and Xbox app), and Xbox Cloud Gaming, marking the franchise's PlayStation debut. The remaster features 4K resolution, HDR, Dolby Vision and Atmos support, 60 fps for the campaign, 120 fps in multiplayer, zero loading screens, and robust cross-play and cross-progression. All content from the Ultimate Edition, including bonus campaign content, multiplayer maps, modes, and cosmetics, will be included, priced at $40 or free for prior digital Ultimate Edition owners. Game Pass subscribers will have day-one access. While a Microsoft account is not required for basic cross-play, it is needed for full cross-platform functionality, including cross-progression. The announcement, arriving ahead of the Gears of War: E-Day prequel and following the multiplatform launches of Forza Horizon 5 and Sea of Thieves, reflects Microsoft's evolving approach to exclusivity and has generated significant fan discussion.