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Hindustan Times
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Gears of War: Reloaded game set to launch across consoles and PC on August 26
Gears of War: Reloaded, a remastered edition of the original 2006 shooter, will arrive on August 26, 2025. Microsoft confirmed the launch date and pricing, with the game set to release at $39.99. It will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Xbox PC, Steam, and Xbox Cloud Gaming. The Coalition is leading the development, alongside Sumo Interactive and Disbelief. Gears of War: Reloaded - Cross-Platform Support and Features The updated release brings the game to multiple platforms for the first time. Players on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC will be able to join matches together online, thanks to built-in cross-platform functionality. Microsoft accounts are not mandatory, but logging in with one allows players to access cross-progression features, so their campaign and multiplayer progress transfers across devices. Also read: GTA 6 launch delayed: 5 classic games to dive into while you wait The game supports 4K resolution and delivers 60 frames per second during the campaign. Multiplayer mode can reach up to 120 frames per second. Additional features include High Dynamic Range (HDR), Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos 7.1.4, and spatial audio. Visual updates extend to remastered textures, advanced post-processing effects, improved shadows and reflections, and support for Variable Refresh Rate (VRR). The game eliminates loading screens entirely during campaign play. Also read: 6 Classic Star Wars games return on GOG with huge discounts ahead of Star Wars Day Gears of War: Reloaded offers two-player co-op for the campaign and supports up to eight players in online multiplayer. Cross-platform invites are also available, so players can join sessions with friends on different systems. Those who use a Microsoft account will be able to manage friend lists and play across all platforms with shared progression. Also read: How to stream PS5 games on your Windows PC Microsoft stated that Reloaded includes all the content from Gears of War: Ultimate Edition. Players will gain access to every post-launch downloadable item at no extra cost. This includes an additional campaign act, a full set of multiplayer maps and modes, and legacy characters and cosmetics that can be unlocked through regular progression. Digital owners of Gears of War: Ultimate Edition will receive a free upgrade. Microsoft plans to distribute digital codes before the August release date. First Published Date: 06 May, 13:41 IST
Geek Culture
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Culture
'Gears of War: Reloaded' Remaster Goes Multi-Platform, Debuts On PlayStation In Aug
Microsoft has announced Gears of War: Reloaded , a remaster of the original 2006 cover shooter by The Coalition in partnership with Sumo Interactive and Disbelief, bringing not only enhanced visuals and all the DLC from the original game, but also marking the title's debut on PlayStation when it launches on 26 August this year. The original game had already seen a previous remastering effort in 2015 in the form of Gears of War: Ultimate Edition , but this latest edition promises to take its visuals one step further, with its announcement post listing a host of graphical improvements such as 4K resolution, 4K assets and remastered textures, improved shadows and reflections, super resolution with improved anti-aliasing, alongside both High Dynamic Range (HDR) and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) support. 'As we approach the 20th anniversary of Gears of War in 2026, we're reflecting on what this franchise means,' wrote The Coalition studio head Mike Crump. 'It's about the stories we've told, the friendships we've built, and the unforgettable moments we've shared together. With Gears of War: Reloaded , we're opening that door to more players than ever.' Marking the first time the title has launched on a PlayStation platform, Gears of War: Reloaded will also support cross-play across all platforms. ' Gears of War: Reloaded is built for shared play — whether you're teaming up in split-screen or jumping online.' Crump added, 'The Campaign supports two-player co-op, and Versus Multiplayer allows up to 8 players. With cross-play across all platforms, you and your friends can squad up no matter where you play — no Microsoft account required.' However, it was clarified that signing into the game with a Microsoft account would unlock 'full cross-platform functionality', specifically enabling cross-progression to save both campaign and multiplayer progress across devices, and the ability to send invites to friends across platforms. In addition, Gears of War: Reloaded will be a free upgrade for players who purchased the digital version of Gears of War: Ultimate Edition prior to the announcement, with a game code delivered directly to those eligible via a direct message on their Xbox accounts in the days leading up to its launch. Gears of War: Reloaded will launch on 26 August 2025 on the PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, with a day one release on Game Pass. Kevin is a reformed PC Master Race gamer with a penchant for franchise 'duds' like Darksiders III and Dead Space 3 . He has made it his life-long mission to play every single major game release – lest his wallet dies trying. Gears of War Gears of War: Reloaded Microsoft The Coalition
Hindustan Times
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Gears of War: Reloaded coming to Xbox, PlayStation this summer. Here's all you need to know
Microsoft has just unveiled a cross-platform Gears of War remaster. In a statement shared on the Xbox website, the company announced that Gears of War: Reloaded will be coming to multiple platforms, including PlayStation, this summer. Gears of War: Reloaded will be released on August 26. For a price tag of $39.99, it will be available on Xbox Series X / S, PlayStation, and PC. It will support cross-play and cross-progression across all platforms. 'As we approach the 20th anniversary of Gears of War in 2026, we're reflecting on what this franchise means,' Mike Crump, Studio Head at The Coalition, said on the Xbox website. 'It's about the stories we've told, the friendships we've built, and the unforgettable moments we've shared together. With Gears of War: Reloaded, we're opening that door to more players than ever,' Crump added. Developed by The Coalition in partnership with Sumo Interactive and Disbelief, the new version of the original 2006 game will come with improved audio and visual graphics, including higher resolutions and frame rates. Crump further explained that 'Gears of War: Reloaded includes the full breadth of content from the Gears of War: Ultimate Edition, delivering the most complete version of the original game to date.' All the improvements fans can expect to see in the remastered version are: Additionally, players who purchased the digital version of Gears of War: Ultimate Edition prior to Microsoft's announcement will get a free upgrade to Gears of War: Reloaded, the company said in its release.
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Gears of War Reloaded price, how to pre-order, release date and more
Image via: Xbox After months of speculations, Xbox Game Studios has finally dropped the curtain on official information on Gears of War: Reloaded, a remaster of the 2006 third-person shooter that defined an entire era. It arrives on August 26, 2025, will cost $39.99 across Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC (Steam and Microsoft Store). This is exciting because Reloaded will be free on the first day through Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. A good news for PlayStation fans The Gears of War franchise finally makes its first foray onto a Sony console, something that was ironically not announced or marketed. Xbox states that complete cross-play between platforms shall be provided, alongside the hybrid cross-progression, with Microsoft account authentication enabled. Since the title operates under Xbox Play Anywhere, a solitary buying across Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC shall be sufficient to avail of the game. What's included? Running with the tagline "The definitive way to experience the game that started it all," Reloaded includes everything that was contained within Gears of War: Ultimate Edition and then some: all of the content available in the game, including major technical upgrades. This means that players will also have access to the extra campaign act, all post-patch DLC content, classic multiplayer maps, and character cosmetics unlocked during progression. Gameplay improvements targeted directly at modern hardware with 4K, HDR and Dolby Vision, and the performance is targeted at 60 FPS in campaign and 120 FPS in multiplayer. With audio enhancements such as 7.1.4 Dolby Atmos and 3D Spatial Audio, an immersive next-gen experience is guaranteed. Also present are remastered textures, improved world shadows and reflections, better anti-aliasing, with no loading screens through the campaign. Free upgrade for ultimate edition owners If you go to the dedicated store, you might already be able to download Gears of War: Reloaded for free. The upgrade is available as a thank-you gift for long-term fans to owners of a digital version of Gears of War: Ultimate Edition from the Xbox or PC store, purchased before May 5. Microsoft confirmed that those players with the Redeemed Code will be able to claim it through an Xbox direct message. Breaking News: Gears Of War Reloaded OfficIally Coming To PS5 4K 120 "As a token of our gratitude to longtime fans," Microsoft said, "you'll get it for free if you've purchased a digital version of the previous remaster, Ultimate Edition." As the franchise approaches its 20th anniversary in 2026, Xbox reflects on the impact of its flagship series. With Gears of War: E-Day already foreshadowed as the next mainline entry, Reloaded welcomes both newcomers and veterans to go back to where it all started.
Digital Trends
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Digital Trends
Gears of War: Reloaded brings another Xbox classic to PlayStation 5
The Gears of War you remember is coming back, remastered and optimized for modern consoles, including the PlayStation 5. Titled Gears of War: Reloaded, it launches on August 26, 2025, for just $40 on Xbox Series, PlayStation 5, and Steam, and will be a day one release for Xbox Game Pass. Gears of War: Reloaded will support crossplay and cross-progression across all platforms, and any fans who already owned a digital copy of Gears of War: Ultimate Edition will receive a free upgrade to Gears of War: Reloaded. The remastered version of the classic third-person shooter will support 4K resolution, 120 FPS, and cross-platform multiplayer. It also supports HDR and variable refresh rates and promises zero loading screens during the campaign. The graphics have been upscaled to take full advantage of modern hardware and make the games look better than ever. Recommended Videos If you don't want to fight the Locust Horde all on your own, Gears of War: Reloaded will also support two-player campaign co-op. Multiplayer modes will support up to eight players at once, and you don't need a Microsoft account to play. However, if you already have one, signing in with a Microsoft account lets you carry your progression in both campaign and multiplayer across platforms. Gears of War: Reloaded contains all the content available in Gears of War: Ultimate Edition, including all post-launch DLC. That includes an extra campaign act, all multiplayer modes, as well as the full roster of characters and all cosmetics available through progression. For diehard fans, this is more than enough content to keep you entertained until Gears of War: E-Day comes out. The Coalition partnered with Sumo Interactive and Disbelief to create the modern, definitive version of each game in the franchise up to Gears of War: Judgement. If you've never taken the time to play the post-apocalyptic shooter, now is the perfect chance. It blends a post-apocalyptic sci-fi story with action-packed gameplay, and there are few multiplayer moments more satisfying than slicing someone in half with a Lancer. Please enable Javascript to view this content
