Gears of War Reloaded: How to access the beta, price, and more
Gears of War: Reloaded is back with better visuals, faster gameplay, and smoother sound. You can try the beta now if you meet certain conditions. The full game arrives on Xbox Game Pass and other platforms soon. Here¡¯s everything you need to know, including price in India and major upgrades.
The classic shooter game Gears of War is returning in a brand new form. Gears of War: Reloaded is not just a remaster. It is a full upgrade that brings the gritty action back to life with better visuals, smoother gameplay, and richer sound. Players across all platforms can now get an early taste through the beta.
This version includes upgrades like 4K resolution, improved shadows, no loading screens, and spatial sound that makes each gunshot feel real. Here is everything you need to know about Gears of War: Reloaded before its full release.
How to access the Gears of War: Reloaded beta
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The beta is available right now, but not for everyone. To get access, you need to complete at least one of the following:
- Pre-order the game
- Be an Xbox Game Pass subscriber
- Own a digital copy of Gears of War: Ultimate Edition (bought before June 5)
Once you meet any of these conditions, you can join the beta on Xbox Series X|S, PC or cloud. The beta gives a feel of the gameplay changes and new visuals before the official launch.
All the platforms and full release details
The iconic original returns. Gears of War: Reloaded comes to Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, PlayStation 5 and Steam on August 26th?.
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Gears of War: Reloaded will be available on Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and cloud streaming. The best part is that it will arrive on Xbox Game Pass from day one. If you have Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass, you will get access to the game without any extra cost.
This means many players can enjoy the full experience without buying it separately, as long as their subscription is active.
Price of Gears of War: Reloaded
For players who want to own the game, Gears of War: Reloaded is priced at $69.99 globally. In India, it is priced at Rs. 2,599. It will be available to purchase digitally through the Xbox Store and Steam.
There is no word yet on a physical edition or special bundles, but digital pre-orders are already live.
All the upgrades in Gears of War: Reloaded
This version is packed with upgrades that take advantage of new-gen hardware. Here is a look at what¡¯s new:
- 4K resolution and high-resolution textures for sharper visuals
- 60 FPS in Campaign mode for a smooth single-player experience
- Up to 120 FPS in Multiplayer for competitive gameplay
- High Dynamic Range (HDR) and Dolby Vision support for better lighting
- Dolby Atmos and 7.1 3D Spatial Audio for immersive sound
- Zero loading screens during the Campaign, which keeps the action flowing
- Improved shadows and reflections for realism
- Super resolution with anti-aliasing to make movement cleaner
- Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) support for less screen tearing
Everything in the game is meant to look better, sound richer, and play smoother than the original. Whether you are playing solo or with friends, these changes aim to bring a fresh experience while keeping the core gameplay intact.