Xbox and The Coalition have announced that Gears of War is coming to PlayStation 5 in August. Gears of War Reloaded is a new version of the original game and includes all the improvements and changes from Gears of War: Ultimate Edition. Players who own the digital version of Ultimate will receive Reloaded as a free upgrade.
The complete changes in this version include:
- 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 remastered textures and models
- Enhanced post-processing visual effects
- improved shadows and reflections
- Super resolution with improved anti-aliasing
- No loading during the campaign
"As we approach the 20th anniversary of Gears of War in 2026, we want to reflect on what it means to players. It's about the stories we've told, the friendships we've built, and the moments we've shared. With Gears of War Reloaded, we are opening the door for more players than ever," said Mike Crump, head of studio at The Coalition.
Crump also commented on cross-play saying: "Gears of War Reloaded is designed for multiplayer, whether you're teaming up in split-screen or online. The campaign will support two players, while multiplayer will support eight. With cross-play across platforms, you can team up with your friends no matter where you play."
Gears of War Reloaded releases on August 26 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S for a price of 40 euros, and it will also be available on Game Pass.
