Gears of War Reloaded Beta Weekend Extended After Rough Start
▼ Summary
– The Coalition has extended the second beta weekend for Gears of War Reloaded, adding more modes and maps.
– The beta will now run from 20th June to 23rd June, featuring five maps for multiple game modes.
– The extension was made in response to player feedback after the first beta faced server instability and technical issues.
– Players reported problems like lag, matchmaking delays, and inconsistent gameplay during the initial beta.
– Gears of War Reloaded, a revamped version of the original, launches on 26th August with improved visuals and performance.
The Gears of War Reloaded beta has been extended following player feedback about technical issues during its initial rollout. Developer The Coalition announced the decision to give fans more time with the upcoming remaster, along with additional content to test.
Originally scheduled as a 48-hour session, the revised beta now runs from June 20 at 8 PM UK time until June 23 at 5 AM UK time. Players will have access to five maps across multiple modes, including Social Team Deathmatch, Competitive King of the Hill, and Execution. The expansion comes after widespread reports of server instability and matchmaking problems during the first beta weekend.
Frustrated players took to social media to describe their experiences, with many highlighting severe lag, disconnections, and inconsistent hit detection. One user noted, “Streamers spent more time waiting in lobbies than actually playing. When matches did work, characters teleported around, and gunfights felt broken.” The Coalition acknowledged these concerns, simply stating, “We heard you,” as the reason for the extension.
The studio aims to deliver a smoother experience this time around, giving players a better taste of what to expect from the full release. Gears of War Reloaded, a visually enhanced version of the classic shooter, launches on August 26 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Promising higher frame rates and improved graphics, the remaster is designed to leverage modern hardware for sharper visuals and more immersive gameplay.
(Source: Eurogamer)
