In 2025, the year of nostalgic remasters? After Elder Scroll IV: Oblivion captivated fans both old and new, Gears of War: Reloaded remaster has secured a release. The iconic 2006 game has set gamer hearts ablaze once more, introducing players to Marcus Fenix and the gritty depths of Sera. Not only is Gears of War coming out in 2025, but it also has a cross-platform approach that takes it out of the hands of Xbox players and shares it with eager PlayStation 5 players as well.
The Gears PS5 announcement has come as a bit of a shock to many, as it has long camped out on Xbox grounds, but there’s always a first time for everything. The game already has a remastered version, Gears of War: Ultimate Edition, which was released by The Coalition in 2015, but the studio is collaborating with Sumo Interactive and Disbelief for another Gears of War: Reloaded remaster release.
Action-packed and upgraded for 2025, Gears of War: Reloaded is releasing in August.
Gears of War: Reloaded Remaster Releases on August 26, 2025
While we were busy talking about the arrival of Doom: The Dark Ages this month, available on Xbox Game Pass day one, Microsoft decided to keep our attention for a little longer with the Gears of War: Reloaded announcement. From the update provided by Xbox, the remastered Gears of War: Reloaded will be released on August 26, 2025, and it will be available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox PC, Xbox Cloud Gaming, and PC on the same day.
Gears of War: Reloaded Multiplayer Details
The multiplatform game is also keeping its multiplayer identity intact. In case you heard some of the rumors that suggested it was going to be a single-player game, trust that multiplayer mode is not going anywhere. The Campaign mode will allow for two-player co-op sessions, while the Multiplayer mode will allow up to 8 players. There are no restrictions on cross-platform play so you can join your Xbox brethren from a different platform and play just fine.
Gears of War: Reloaded will include all the content from Gears of War: Ultimate Edition, including the bonus Campaign Act, all multiplayer maps and modes, and all the classic characters and cosmetics from the original.
Gears of War: Reloaded Features—4K Resolution Confirmed
Now that Xbox has come right out with the announcements, some details of the Gears of War Reloaded release might give you a better understanding of what to expect from the upcoming title. The specs of the game, regardless of platform, are going to give old fans a headrush when they see how the game plays on modern consoles with the remaster.
- 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 Campaign
Pricing Strategy for the New Gears of War Game
The Gears of War Reloaded announcement also brought some additional good news—the game is priced at $40. With the recent news of Xbox hardware prices going up, we were expected to see games follow the path towards increased pricing, but Microsoft is holding off on that strategy for now.
There’s also a nice bonus for those who purchased the 2015 Ultimate Edition of the game prior to the announcement. Those who purchased the digital version of Gears of War: Ultimate Edition before 16:00 UTC on May 5, 2025, will get a free upgrade to Gears of War: Reloaded. A code to access the game will be delivered directly to eligible Xbox accounts.
Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass members will also have the new Gears of War: Reloaded game available as part of the Game Pass library on launch day.
The Gears of War universe is expanding in more ways than one.
The Game Sets the Stage for Gears of War: E-Day
The Gears of War series was already in for an upgraded prequel in late 2025 or early 2026 with Gears of War: E-Day. While we don’t have a confirmed launch date for the upcoming title, the Gears of War: Reloaded remaster release serves as a good starting point for gamers unfamiliar with the series to give the game a shot. Now, players can understand the state of planet Sera world and dive into its past with the next release more enthusiastically.
The Gears of War: Reloaded remaster release is a strategic pivot for Microsoft and Xbox, taking an iconic title and updating it to match modern gaming standards as well as the declining importance of platform exclusivity. The inclusion of all Ultimate Edition content paired with modernized visuals ensures the game feels fresh yet faithful. Even with previous releases like Sea of Thieves, we’ve seen Microsoft make the most dedicated attempt to prioritize accessibility over exclusivity.
As Gears of War approaches its 20th anniversary, it’s good to see Reloaded celebrate the franchise’s impact on gaming culture. We’re curious to see Gears of War make its PS5 debut and dive into how new fans take to the game in 2025.
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