The Coalition has officially unveiled the beta schedule for Gears of War: Reloaded, the stunning 4K remaster of the iconic 2006 third-person shooter. Ahead of its global release on August 26, 2025, players will get two chances to try out the multiplayer mode and relive classic Gears combat—this time with full cross-play support across Xbox Series X|S, PC, and for the first time ever, PlayStation 5.
Gears of War: Reloaded Beta Schedule
There will be two multiplayer beta weekends, each featuring different modes and maps:
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June 13–15:
Team Deathmatch on classic maps:-
Gridlock
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Raven Down
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Gold Rush
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June 20–22:
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King of the Hill on Canals
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Team Deathmatch returns with Courtyard and War Machine
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These beta sessions give fans an early taste of the upgraded visuals and redesigned mechanics, built from the ground up using modern technology to deliver the definitive Gears experience.
How to Join the Gears of War: Reloaded Beta
There are three ways to secure access to the Gears of War: Reloaded multiplayer beta:
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Pre-order the game on Xbox Series X|S, PC (Steam or Windows Store), or PlayStation 5
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Own a digital copy of Gears of War: Ultimate Edition prior to May 5, 2025
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Be an active Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass member
Players who pre-order will also receive exclusive multiplayer character skins: Adam Fenix and Anya Stroud, available on launch day.
Cross-Play Comes to Gears for the First Time
In a historic move for the franchise, Gears of War: Reloaded supports cross-platform multiplayer, allowing players from Xbox, PlayStation, and PC to battle together for the very first time. This marks a major shift in the series’ legacy, making the brutal beauty of Gears accessible to more players than ever before.
Why This Beta Matters
Not only does the beta provide an opportunity to experience the remaster early, but it also allows The Coalition to gather valuable player feedback to refine gameplay ahead of the full release. From weapon balance to server performance, your input will help shape the final product.
The Gears of War: Reloaded multiplayer beta is more than just a sneak peek—it’s a celebration of everything that made the original a genre-defining hit, reimagined for modern platforms. Whether you’re a veteran COG soldier or a new recruit, this is your chance to gear up and join the fight.