Abstract
- Gears of Battle: Reloaded launches August 26, 2025, for $39.99 SRP for Xbox Collection X|S, Xbox on PC, Xbox Cloud Gaming, PlayStation 5, Steam, and arrives day one with Sport Cross Final and PC Sport Cross with Xbox Play Wherever assist.
- Preorder now for Xbox Collection X|S and Xbox on PC, Steam, and PlayStation 5 for entry to the two-weekend Multiplayer Beta that begins June 13, 2025.
- Sport Cross Final, PC Sport Cross members, and present house owners of Gears of Battle: Final Version (digital) additionally get entry to the Multiplayer Beta.
For many people, the unique Gears of Battle in 2006 was a sport changer. It pushed the boundaries of know-how, visible constancy, and ushered within the HD-era on the Xbox 360, led by superb gamers all around the world. And all of us bear in mind how the fantastically crafted and iconic “Mad World” trailer hit us on an emotional stage.
As we stay up for the 20th anniversary of the Gears of Battle franchise subsequent 12 months, we wished to have a good time this milestone with you by welcoming a brand new era of gamers throughout gadgets to the Gears household — and what higher method than to revisit the long-lasting unique that began all of it.
Gears of Battle: Reloaded is a remaster of the blockbuster first Gears of Battle, now totally optimized for the most recent era of gaming platforms, arriving August 26, 2025 – and you may get your first likelihood to play it throughout the Multiplayer Beta.
Be a part of the Multiplayer Beta Beginning June 13
You possibly can expertise all of the curb-stomping mayhem of the versus multiplayer through a two-weekend, cross-platform and cross-play Multiplayer Beta that runs June 13-15 and June 20-22.
There are 3 ways to realize entry:
- Preorder Gears of Battle: Reloaded digitally for Xbox Collection X|S, Xbox on PC, Steam or PlayStation 5
- Have an lively Sport Cross Final or PC Sport Cross membership
- Personal a digital copy of Gears of Battle: Final Version*
Multiplayer Beta Weekend 1 runs June 13-15 and incorporates a social multiplayer expertise within the traditional Group Deathmatch mode throughout three maps together with the fan-favorite Gridlock, in addition to Raven Down and Gold Rush.
- Friday, June 13 from 7pm UTC (12pm PST) to Sunday, June 15 at 7pm UTC (12pm PST)
Multiplayer Beta Weekend 2 runs June 20-22 and provides the aggressive King of the Hill mode on the map Canals being added to the combo, together with the maps Courtyard and Battle Machine to be used in Group Deathmatch.
- Friday, June 20 from 7pm UTC (12pm PST) to Sunday, June 22 at 7pm UTC (12pm PST)
Official Xbox Podcast: Study Extra About Gears of Battle Reloaded
As detailed on the Official Xbox Podcast, Studio Head Mike Crump and Studio Technical Director Kate Rayner tell us that Gears of Battle: Reloaded is the definitive launch of the long-lasting unique that began all of it. Not solely does this remaster embody all post-launch content material from the unique and Final Version, it additionally delivers a litany of technical achievements that weren’t doable 20 and even 10 years in the past.
We’re speaking 4K belongings, remastered textures, HDR assist, but additionally platform scaling capabilities that make it doable to play Gears of Battle Reloaded throughout a large number of gadgets that you simply personal, from the upcoming ROG Xbox Ally handhelds, to PC, to console, and extra. The place the unique Gears of Battle was a technical achievement for Xbox 360 — Gears of Battle Reloaded is shaping as much as be a triumph throughout all gadgets. Try the total episode above.
Preorder and Sport Cross Bonuses: Adam Fenix and Anya Stroud Character Skins
Those who preorder Gears of Battle: Reloaded, digitally or bodily, and Sport Cross Final or Sport Cross PC members will obtain two character skins to be used in multiplayer, together with:
- Adam Fenix: Father of Marcus Fenix and legendary navy scientist who invented the Hammer of Daybreak. Now he’s equipped and able to assist defend humanity from the Locust Horde.
- Anya Stroud: The guiding voice of Delta Squad, from the desk at COG CIC to the warzones of Ephyra, Anya is skilled and able to curb stomp some grubs.
*Multiplayer Beta Entry for Gears of Battle: Final Version Homeowners: Should have bought Gears of Battle: Final Version (digital-only) previous to Might 5, 2025 at 16:00 UTC.
Gears of Battle: Reloaded
Xbox Sport Studios
THE DEFINITIVE RELEASE
The Authentic, Remastered: Powered by Unreal Engine, Gears of Battle: Reloaded is a remaster of the blockbuster first Gears of Battle, now totally optimized for the most recent era of gaming platforms.
All Included: Gears of Battle: Reloaded delivers all post-launch content material for the unique title, together with a bonus marketing campaign act, multiplayer maps, plus characters and cosmetics, at no further price.
Refined Controls: Newcomers can select a contemporary, streamlined management structure, whereas veterans can relive the traditional really feel they love.
BUILT FOR BROTHERHOOD
Marketing campaign Co-Op: Crush the Locust risk collectively by way of marketing campaign split-screen or on-line co-op. Battle on together with your squad in Versus multiplayer operating at as much as 120fps with unmatched readability and visible constancy.*
Cross Play: Gears of Battle: Reloaded helps cross-play throughout all platforms, permitting you and your mates to squad-up, no matter the place you play.*
Cross Development: Soar from one platform to a different and your marketing campaign saves in addition to multiplayer development will include you. Signing in together with your Microsoft Account required is for cross development.*
OPTIMIZED FOR XBOX & PC:
Natively Optimized for Xbox Collection X|S: The enduring unique now seems and performs higher than ever with lightning-fast load instances, 4K belongings plus remastered textures, lighting, shadows and reflections, HDR and Dolby Imaginative and prescient, Dolby Atmos, in addition to as much as 120 FPS in multiplayer.*
Optimized for PC & Handhelds: Along with gorgeous remastered visuals, Gears of Battle: Reloaded additionally delivers PC-first options comparable to ultrawide assist, a benchmark mode, variable refresh fee, mouse and keyboard assist, FSR3.1 and DLSS3.5 Tremendous Decision assist in addition to controller remapping.
Abstract
- Gears of Battle: Reloaded launches August 26, 2025, for $39.99 SRP for Xbox Collection X|S, Xbox on PC, Xbox Cloud Gaming, PlayStation 5, Steam, and arrives day one with Sport Cross Final and PC Sport Cross with Xbox Play Wherever assist.
- Preorder now for Xbox Collection X|S and Xbox on PC, Steam, and PlayStation 5 for entry to the two-weekend Multiplayer Beta that begins June 13, 2025.
- Sport Cross Final, PC Sport Cross members, and present house owners of Gears of Battle: Final Version (digital) additionally get entry to the Multiplayer Beta.
For many people, the unique Gears of Battle in 2006 was a sport changer. It pushed the boundaries of know-how, visible constancy, and ushered within the HD-era on the Xbox 360, led by superb gamers all around the world. And all of us bear in mind how the fantastically crafted and iconic “Mad World” trailer hit us on an emotional stage.
As we stay up for the 20th anniversary of the Gears of Battle franchise subsequent 12 months, we wished to have a good time this milestone with you by welcoming a brand new era of gamers throughout gadgets to the Gears household — and what higher method than to revisit the long-lasting unique that began all of it.
Gears of Battle: Reloaded is a remaster of the blockbuster first Gears of Battle, now totally optimized for the most recent era of gaming platforms, arriving August 26, 2025 – and you may get your first likelihood to play it throughout the Multiplayer Beta.
Be a part of the Multiplayer Beta Beginning June 13
You possibly can expertise all of the curb-stomping mayhem of the versus multiplayer through a two-weekend, cross-platform and cross-play Multiplayer Beta that runs June 13-15 and June 20-22.
There are 3 ways to realize entry:
- Preorder Gears of Battle: Reloaded digitally for Xbox Collection X|S, Xbox on PC, Steam or PlayStation 5
- Have an lively Sport Cross Final or PC Sport Cross membership
- Personal a digital copy of Gears of Battle: Final Version*
Multiplayer Beta Weekend 1 runs June 13-15 and incorporates a social multiplayer expertise within the traditional Group Deathmatch mode throughout three maps together with the fan-favorite Gridlock, in addition to Raven Down and Gold Rush.
- Friday, June 13 from 7pm UTC (12pm PST) to Sunday, June 15 at 7pm UTC (12pm PST)
Multiplayer Beta Weekend 2 runs June 20-22 and provides the aggressive King of the Hill mode on the map Canals being added to the combo, together with the maps Courtyard and Battle Machine to be used in Group Deathmatch.
- Friday, June 20 from 7pm UTC (12pm PST) to Sunday, June 22 at 7pm UTC (12pm PST)
Official Xbox Podcast: Study Extra About Gears of Battle Reloaded
As detailed on the Official Xbox Podcast, Studio Head Mike Crump and Studio Technical Director Kate Rayner tell us that Gears of Battle: Reloaded is the definitive launch of the long-lasting unique that began all of it. Not solely does this remaster embody all post-launch content material from the unique and Final Version, it additionally delivers a litany of technical achievements that weren’t doable 20 and even 10 years in the past.
We’re speaking 4K belongings, remastered textures, HDR assist, but additionally platform scaling capabilities that make it doable to play Gears of Battle Reloaded throughout a large number of gadgets that you simply personal, from the upcoming ROG Xbox Ally handhelds, to PC, to console, and extra. The place the unique Gears of Battle was a technical achievement for Xbox 360 — Gears of Battle Reloaded is shaping as much as be a triumph throughout all gadgets. Try the total episode above.
Preorder and Sport Cross Bonuses: Adam Fenix and Anya Stroud Character Skins
Those who preorder Gears of Battle: Reloaded, digitally or bodily, and Sport Cross Final or Sport Cross PC members will obtain two character skins to be used in multiplayer, together with:
- Adam Fenix: Father of Marcus Fenix and legendary navy scientist who invented the Hammer of Daybreak. Now he’s equipped and able to assist defend humanity from the Locust Horde.
- Anya Stroud: The guiding voice of Delta Squad, from the desk at COG CIC to the warzones of Ephyra, Anya is skilled and able to curb stomp some grubs.
*Multiplayer Beta Entry for Gears of Battle: Final Version Homeowners: Should have bought Gears of Battle: Final Version (digital-only) previous to Might 5, 2025 at 16:00 UTC.
Gears of Battle: Reloaded
Xbox Sport Studios
THE DEFINITIVE RELEASE
The Authentic, Remastered: Powered by Unreal Engine, Gears of Battle: Reloaded is a remaster of the blockbuster first Gears of Battle, now totally optimized for the most recent era of gaming platforms.
All Included: Gears of Battle: Reloaded delivers all post-launch content material for the unique title, together with a bonus marketing campaign act, multiplayer maps, plus characters and cosmetics, at no further price.
Refined Controls: Newcomers can select a contemporary, streamlined management structure, whereas veterans can relive the traditional really feel they love.
BUILT FOR BROTHERHOOD
Marketing campaign Co-Op: Crush the Locust risk collectively by way of marketing campaign split-screen or on-line co-op. Battle on together with your squad in Versus multiplayer operating at as much as 120fps with unmatched readability and visible constancy.*
Cross Play: Gears of Battle: Reloaded helps cross-play throughout all platforms, permitting you and your mates to squad-up, no matter the place you play.*
Cross Development: Soar from one platform to a different and your marketing campaign saves in addition to multiplayer development will include you. Signing in together with your Microsoft Account required is for cross development.*
OPTIMIZED FOR XBOX & PC:
Natively Optimized for Xbox Collection X|S: The enduring unique now seems and performs higher than ever with lightning-fast load instances, 4K belongings plus remastered textures, lighting, shadows and reflections, HDR and Dolby Imaginative and prescient, Dolby Atmos, in addition to as much as 120 FPS in multiplayer.*
Optimized for PC & Handhelds: Along with gorgeous remastered visuals, Gears of Battle: Reloaded additionally delivers PC-first options comparable to ultrawide assist, a benchmark mode, variable refresh fee, mouse and keyboard assist, FSR3.1 and DLSS3.5 Tremendous Decision assist in addition to controller remapping.
