Gears of War Will be Available in the Summer for Xbox, PC and PS5

Revamped Gears of War: Reloaded Promises 4K Resolution and Cross-play Multiplayer

Microsoft announced that Gears of War: Reloaded will launch on August 26 on Xbox, PC, and PlayStation. It is the remastered version of the original 2006 game and has improved visuals, audio, cross-play, and cross-progression. What’s making the news is that the Delta Squad’s original adventure is finally coming to PlayStation alongside Xbox and PC. 

Microsoft has been in the news for the Xbox Series X price hike and Skype shut down recently. While game prices have also increased, the company has decided to keep the avalanche of Xbox games rolling, revealing Gears of War: Reloaded as its latest announcement. 

The new version of Gears of War will feature significant visual improvements, as well as enhanced framerates in multiplayer. This adds to Microsoft’s illustrious list of Xbox Series X|S games with 120 FPS support. The Coalition is developing Gears of War, with the backing of Sumo Interactive and Disbelief.

The Gears of War franchise is approaching its 20th anniversary. In light of its two-decade-long run in the gaming market, Microsoft is opening the doors to more players than ever. Finally, the love for the game can be shared across console barriers, as PlayStation owners get to play. 

The new version of the game is built for shared play and supports two-player co-op, and Versus Multiplayer allows up to 8 players. Cross-play is available across all platforms, and players and their friends can team up no matter where they play, without needing a Microsoft account. 

If you do have a Microsoft account, you can unlock full cross-platform functionality, and it also enables cross-progression. You can also send invites and play across platforms, like Xbox to OS or PC to Xbox. 

Full List of Improvements for Gears of War: Reloaded

These are all the improvements that players can expect to see: 

• 4K resolution

• 60 FPS in Campaign
• 120 FPS in Multiplayer
• High Dynamic Range (HDR)
• Dolby Vision & 7.1.4 Dolby Atmos
• 7.1.4 3D Spatial Audio
• Variable Refresh Rate (VRR)
• 4K assets and remastered textures
• Enhanced post-processing visual effects
• Improved shadows and reflections
• Super resolution with improved anti-aliasing
• Zero loading screens during the Campaign

Gears of War fans will also be in for a little treat. There is a free upgrade for any player who purchases the digital version of Gears of War: Ultimate Edition ahead of Microsoft’s announcement. The Gears of War: Reloaded game will cost $40 and will also be available via Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. 

Conclusion

Gears of War is a game that matches the power of today’s hardware. Gears of War: E-Day will be the new entry in the series and it is a prequel title set 14 years before the events of the original game. 

Coalition studio head Mike Crump said: “As we approach the 20th anniversary of Gears of War in 2026, we’re reflecting on what this franchise means. It’s about the stories we’ve told, the friendships we’ve built, and the unforgettable moments we’ve shared together”. 

Gears of War: Reloaded is more than a remaster—it’s a celebration of a legacy built over two decades. With cross-play, stunning 4K visuals, and seamless multiplayer, it opens the franchise to a wider audience than ever before. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a first-time PlayStation player, August 26 marks a new era of shared battlefields, brutal combat, and timeless camaraderie. The war is back—and this time, everyone’s invited.

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