Happy Monday! Microsoft simply introduced Gears of War: Reloaded, a remaster of the unique 2006 sport that may launch on August 26 on Xbox, PC and PlayStation. The shiny new model will include improved visuals and audio, cross-play and cross-progression, and all of the DLC from the Gears of War: Ultimate Edition.
“As we method the twentieth anniversary of Gears of War in 2026, we’re reflecting on what this franchise means. It’s in regards to the tales we’ve advised, the friendships we’ve constructed, and the unforgettable moments we’ve shared collectively. With Gears of War: Reloaded, we’re opening that door to extra gamers than ever,” mentioned Mike Crump, Studio Head at The Coalition within the announcement post.
Not solely do PlayStation house owners get to play, the love might be shared throughout the console barricades.
“Gears of War: Reloaded is constructed for shared play — whether or not you’re teaming up in split-screen or leaping on-line. The Campaign helps two-player co-op, and Versus Multiplayer permits as much as 8 gamers. With cross-play throughout all platforms, you and your pals can squad up irrespective of the place you play — no Microsoft account required,” confirmed Crump.
However, signing in with a Microsoft account unlocks full cross-platform performance. It allows cross-progression, so your Campaign and multiplayer progress carries throughout units. It additionally lets you ship invitations and play with associates throughout platforms — like Xbox to PlayStation or Steam to Xbox.”
Microsoft additionally delivered a full checklist of the enhancements that every one gamers – regardless of the console – can anticipate to see:
- 4K decision
- 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 belongings and remastered textures
- Enhanced post-processing visible results
- Improved shadows and reflections
- Super decision with improved anti-aliasing
- Zero loading screens throughout Campaign
As just a little deal with for the Gears of War devoted, Gears of War: Reloaded might be a free improve for any gamers who bought the digital model of Gears of War: Ultimate Edition forward of right now’s announcement. If you are one of many particular ones anticipate a code by way of Xbox DM forward of the discharge.
Rachel Weber is the Senior Editorial Director of Games at IGN and an elder millennial. She’s been an expert nerd since 2006 when she bought her begin on Official PlayStation Magazine within the UK, and has since labored for GamesBusiness.Biz, Rolling Stone and GamesRadar. She loves horror, horror motion pictures, horror video games, and French Bulldogs. Those further wrinkles on her face are due to going time blind and staying up too late ending each sidequest in RPGs like Fallout and Witcher 3.
