The Gears of War legend is back in a remastered version, Gears of War: Reloaded, on PC, PS5, Xbox Series and Xbox Cloud Gaming as of August 26, 2025. Cross-play, Game Pass and enhanced content… We tell you all about it!
The Gears of War legend takes up arms again! On August 26, 2025, the cult saga returns to center stage with Gears of War: Reloaded, a fully remastered version of the seminal title. Developed by The Coalition, in collaboration with Sumo Digital and Disbelief, the game will be published by Xbox and available on PC, PS5, Xbox Series and Xbox Cloud Gaming (beta). This new edition marks a major milestone as the franchise approaches its twentieth anniversary.
Designed for today’s consoles and PCs, this remaster offers a technical experience up to modern standards: 4K resolution, HDR, 3D spatial audio, Dolby Atmos and up to 120 frames per second in multiplayer. The campaign boasts 60 FPS fluidity with no loading times, guaranteeing enhanced immersion. The gameplay retains its emblematic mechanics, notably the use of the cover system and strategic confrontations, while being optimized for greater maneuverability and speed.
Synopsis of Gears of War Reloaded:
“14 years after the planet was invaded by monsters from the bowels of the earth, the world is in ruins. An inmate named Marcus Fenix – once left for dead – is freed by his best friend and former squad mate, Dominic Santiago. Outgunned and outgunned, Marcus and Dom must work together with the other members of Delta Troop to defeat the locusts and save humanity from extinction. Experience this legendary story in single-player, split-screen or online co-op. Experience PvP in a variety of breathtaking multiplayer modes“.
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A game for everyone
With a campaign that can be played cooperatively in pairs, locally or online, and a competitive multiplayer mode for up to 8 players, Gears of War: Reloaded targets nostalgic fans of the series as well as new players. Full cross-play and cross-progression mean you can find your save games and play with friends, whatever the platform. Through this modernization, the game opens up its universe to a new generation of players, while respecting the spirit of the original.
Another highlight is that this edition includes all the content of Gears of War: Ultimate Edition, enhanced by a bonus act for the campaign, additional maps and multiplayer modes, as well as a wide selection of characters and cosmetics to unlock. As Xbox explains:“As we approach the 20th anniversary of Gears of Wars in 2026, it’s a chance to look back at all that this license represents: memorable stories, friendships made through play and unforgettable memories“.
Trailer for Gears of War Reloaded:
Finally, true to its community, Xbox has announced that owners of the digital version of Gears of War: Ultimate Edition (purchased before 6pm on May 5, 2025) will receive Gears of War: Reloaded free of charge. The game will be available from the day of its release in Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, and is part of the Xbox Play Anywhere program. A way of saying thank you to long-standing fans, while giving new players the chance to discover a modernized classic.
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