Prepare for a blast from the past as the multiplayer beta for Gears of War: Reloaded sets to unfold this weekend, reminiscent of 2006.
Ready to dive back into the gory world of Gears of War? If you're as pumped as I am to revisit the Xbox 360 era, here's some exciting news! Gears of War: Reloaded is hosting a pair of beta test weekends before its full release later this year, and it's not far off. Mark your calendars – the first weekend is from June 13-15, and the second from June 20-22.
So, how can you get in on the action? There are three ways, according to a blog on the Xbox website. You can pre-order Reloaded, subscribe to Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass, or own a digital copy of Gears of War: Ultimate Edition purchased before May 5. If you meet either of the latter two criteria, you'll have access to Reloaded on launch anyway.
During the first weekend, team deathmatch will be offered on Gridlock, Raven Down, and Gold Rush maps. In the second weekend, things heat up with Courtyard and War Machine added to the mix, along with the King of the Hill mode on the Canals map.
If you're late to the Reloaded hype, it's a remake of the first Gears of War game from 2006. It bundles all post-launch maps from previous editions, plus 4K visuals, HDR, and crossplay. The full game drops on August 26, 2025, but why wait when I'm on my way to chainsaw some Locust heads off with friends this weekend?
Gears of War: Reloaded is ready for pre-order on Steam. So, grab your Lancer and get ready to rumble!
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PS: Gamers, don't forget to mark your calendars for the upcoming Gears of War: Reloaded beta test weekends! The first one is on June 13-15, followed by the second on June 20-22. Let's relive the glory days of the Xbox 360 era together!
Source: Justin Wagner, the author of the original article, is a dedicated gamer with a particular fondness for retro shooters, CRPGs, and old-school games. His love for gaming spans back to his childhood, when he was hooked on World of Warcraft and Neverwinter Nights 2. When he's not gaming, Justin enjoys birdwatching and dreaming about the revival of real-time with pause combat.
- These beta test weekends for Gears of War: Reloaded, the remake of the beloved 2006 game, will offer fans a chance to win in various sports-themed game modes, such as team deathmatch and King of the Hill, during the specified dates in June.
- Pre-ordering Gears of War: Reloaded on Steam isn't just about entertainment, it also grants you early access to the beta testing weekends, allowing you to bet on your skills and potentially win against other players in the seasons to come.
- With the arrival of Gears of War: Reloaded, sports, gaming, and high-quality entertainment will converge, offering fans a chance to relive the glory days of the Xbox 360 era while enjoying new features like crossplay and 4K visuals.
