"Gears of War: Reloaded Launches Simultaneously on PS5 and Xbox"

Exciting news for fans of the iconic Gears of War series: Gears of War: Reloaded has an official release date and is set to launch on multiple platforms, including the PlayStation 5, on the same day as Xbox. Dive in to discover more about its multiplatform launch and the enhancements awaiting players.

Gears of War: Reloaded Release Date Announced

Multiplatform Release

Historically an Xbox exclusive, Gears of War has been a cornerstone of the Microsoft gaming ecosystem. However, in a groundbreaking announcement via Twitter (X) on May 6, Xbox revealed that Gears of War: Reloaded will be available on all platforms, including PS5, on August 26.

This move underscores Xbox's commitment to expanding its exclusive titles to other platforms. In a January interview with GamerTag Radio, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer emphasized this strategy, saying, "We love our platform and our hardware, but we're not going to put walls up where people can engage with the great games our studios are building."

This approach hints that future titles like Gears of War: E-Day might also see a multiplatform release. While Xbox has not confirmed this yet, fans should keep an eye out for further announcements regarding other Xbox exclusives.

Faithful Remaster and Natively Optimized

The announcement of Gears of War: Reloaded was unexpected, especially since the original game was remastered in 2015 with Gears of War: Ultimate Edition. In a detailed Xbox Wire post dated May 5, The Coalition’s Studio Head Mike Crump shared insights into what players can anticipate from this new release.

Crump stated, "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. With Gears of War: Reloaded, we’re opening that door to more players than ever."

Gears of War: Reloaded significantly enhances performance over its 2015 predecessor. While the Ultimate Edition was limited to 1080p at 30fps in campaign mode and 60fps in multiplayer, Reloaded promises 4k resolution at 60fps for the campaign and an impressive 120fps in multiplayer. The game will feature upgraded 4k assets, remastered textures, enhanced post-processing visual effects, improved shadows and reflections, and more.

The Xbox Wire post also revealed that, "Players will gain immediate access to all post-launch downloadable content at no additional cost — this includes the bonus Campaign act, all multiplayer maps and modes, and a full roster of classic characters and cosmetics unlockable through progression."

Moreover, owners of the Ultimate Edition prior to the announcement of Reloaded will receive a free upgrade. Eligible Xbox accounts will be sent a code for this upgrade via direct message before the launch.

Gears of War: Reloaded is slated for release on August 26, with a price tag of $39.99 across Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game will be available on day one with Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass, making it accessible to a broad audience of gamers.