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Gears of War Reloaded Beta Launches as E-Day Prequel Locks in 2026 Release

Players on PC/PS5/Xbox consoles can test the cross-platform remaster before its August 26 debut

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Overview

  • Gears of War: Reloaded arrives August 26, 2025 on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S at a $39.99 price point with day-one Game Pass access
  • A two-weekend multiplayer beta begins June 13–15 and June 20–22 for pre-order holders, Game Pass Ultimate members and digital Ultimate Edition owners
  • Reloaded introduces cross-platform play and cross-progression alongside 4K HDR visuals, 60 fps campaign, 120 fps multiplayer and splitscreen co-op
  • Gears of War: E-Day is officially slated for a 2026 release on PC and Xbox Series X|S via Game Pass, charting Emergence Day and the origins of Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago
  • Bringing Gears of War to PlayStation for the first time underscores Microsoft’s push to extend its flagship franchise beyond the Xbox ecosystem