Get ready to lock and load – Gears of War: Reloaded is dropping worldwide on August 26, with a simultaneous launch across all platforms.
Xbox has just revealed the exact play times for each region, so fans everywhere can jump into the action the moment it goes live. From Tokyo to Toronto, the countdown has officially begun.
Global Launch of Gears of War: Reloaded
Gears of War: Reloaded is set to launch globally, and for the first time in franchise history, it will make its PlayStation debut alongside Xbox and PC. This milestone marks a major shift in Xbox strategy, as Microsoft moves away from strict platform exclusivity to embrace a broader, more inclusive approach to game distribution.
Similar to recent cross-platform releases like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, this move opens the door for more players to experience iconic Xbox titles, no matter what system they use.
The release is fully synchronized across time zones as part of a simultaneous release, meaning everyone gets to jump in at the same moment. Here’s the official launch schedule:
- Los Angeles (PDT) – August 26 at 08:00 AM
- Mexico City (CST) – August 26 at 09:00 AM
- New York (EDT) – August 26 at 11:00 AM
- São Paulo (BRT) – August 26 at 12:00 PM
- London (BST) – August 26 at 04:00 PM
- Paris (CEST) – August 26 at 05:00 PM
- Frankfurt (CEST) – August 26 at 05:00 PM
- Riyadh (AST) – August 26 at 06:00 PM
- New Delhi (IST) – August 26 at 08:30 PM
- Beijing (CST) – August 26 at 11:00 PM
- Seoul (KST) – August 27 at 12:00 AM
- Sydney (AEST) – August 27 at 01:00 AM
- Auckland (NZST) – August 27 at 03:00 AM
Players can preload the game now, which means they can download all the necessary files in advance and avoid the rush on launch day. This ensures that when the servers go live, they’ll be able to jump straight into the action without waiting for long installation times or dealing with potential download delays. Preloading is available across all platforms, so no matter where you play, you’ll be ready from the very first minute.
And, yes – Game Pass members will enjoy day-one access, giving them full entry to Gears of War: Reloaded without any additional cost. It’s part of Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to making major titles more accessible to players through its subscription service. For fans who’ve been counting down the days, this means less time waiting and more time fighting through the gritty, remastered world of Sera.
Fans who played the beta earlier this year may remember some performance hiccups and matchmaking delays, and noticeable latency during online sessions. These beta issues were widely reported by the community, and according to developers, many of them have been addressed, with improved stability, reduced latency and smoother gameplay expected at launch.
This remaster doesn’t just polish the visuals – it’s a tribute to the original 2006 Gears of War, a game that helped define the third-person shooter genre and cemented the Epic Games legacy in the industry. Alongside its intense campaign, the game’s multiplayer mode was a groundbreaking experience that kept players coming back for more. For longtime fans, it’s a nostalgic return to the gritty world of Delta Squad. For newcomers, it’s a chance to experience one of gaming’s most legendary franchises, now revitalized with modern enhancements, cross-platform accessibility, and refined multiplayer action.
Source: Steam