Xbox Series X|S and PC gamers can now prepare for the return of a gaming legend as preloading begins for Gears of War: Reloaded. This highly anticipated remaster, developed by The Coalition and published by Xbox Game Studios, brings the 2006 classic into the modern era with breathtaking visual enhancements and gameplay refinements.

Originally launching as an Xbox 360 exclusive, the Gears of War franchise revolutionized third-person shooters with its visceral combat, compelling narrative, and unforgettable characters. Now, nearly two decades later, players will experience humanity's desperate struggle against the Locust Horde like never before.

According to reports from XboxEra, the preload files for Gears of War: Reloaded are currently accessible across platforms. Xbox Series X|S owners can download approximately 68.43 GB of data, while PC players through the Xbox app will need about 70 GB of storage space. This ensures immediate access when the game officially launches on August 26.

Gears of War: Reloaded delivers the complete original experience, including:

• The full campaign following Marcus Fenix and Delta Squad
• All multiplayer maps and modes from the original release
• Enhanced 4K resolution at up to 120 FPS
• Completely remastered textures and lighting effects
• Real-time shadows and reflections
• Ultrawide monitor support
• Cross-play and cross-progression functionality

In a landmark move for the franchise, Gears of War: Reloaded marks the series' debut on PlayStation 5. This expansion beyond Xbox ecosystems suggests potential future releases for Sony's console, including rumors about Gears of War: E-Day making its way to PS5.