Gears of War: Ultimate Edition Launches on Steam with Open Beta Testing

On June 8, 2025, Xbox officially announced the upcoming beta for Gears of War Reloaded, available for pre-order customers on both PC and Xbox platforms. The beta aims to provide early access to the revamped multiplayer experience ahead of the full game release later this year. According to the official Xbox news release, the beta will feature updated graphics, refined gameplay mechanics, and cross-play functionality between PC and Xbox players. Participants can join by pre-ordering the game through the Microsoft Store or Steam. This initiative is part of Xbox’s strategy to engage the community early and gather feedback to polish the final product.