The Gears of War franchise may break its Xbox exclusivity and land on the PlayStation 5. According to information released by industry insiders, Microsoft plans to announce a remastered collection of the first three games in the series during the Xbox Showcase, scheduled for June 8th.
If confirmed, the release would mark the debut of The Coalition's iconic action saga on a Sony console. The original trilogy, released between 2006 and 2011 for the Xbox 360, would be re-released in high definition and is expected to serve as a gateway to the next title in the franchise, Gears of War: E-Day.
Collection prepares the ground for a new game in the franchise
The possible release of the collection, informally dubbed Gears of War Collection, has been discussed for months by fans and experts. The expectation is that the three titles will receive visual and technical improvements, expanding the series' reach and introducing Marcus Fenix and his team to a new audience.
The move aligns with Microsoft's recent strategy of loosening the exclusivity of its franchises. In previous statements, Phil Spencer, head of the Xbox division, stated that the company will more clearly highlight the platforms its games are targeted at, thus adopting a more transparent approach with the public. This change in approach could pave the way for Gears of War to reach a wider audience, especially with the E-Day release.
Xbox Showcase should also feature new titles
In addition to the potential Gears of War collection, the June 8th event is expected to bring other news. According to the insider known as extas1s, Microsoft is preparing a robust presentation with announcements fans are eagerly awaiting.
Among the highlights mentioned are Ninja Gaiden 4, a Persona 4 remake, and a new preview of Hollow Knight: Silksong, though the latter is listed with less certainty. Rumors also mention trailers for Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 and the long-awaited Fable reboot.
The only officially confirmed content so far is the post-show dedicated to The Outer Worlds 2, an RPG from Obsidian Entertainment. The sequel recently had a gameplay preview revealed and will conclude the main event broadcast.
Microsoft expands cross-platform presence
The inclusion of titles like Gears of War on competing consoles reinforces Microsoft's expansion strategy in the gaming market. The company has signaled a greater focus on services and audience reach, rather than relying solely on hardware sales.
If completed, the collection's arrival on PS5 could mark a new phase for the franchise and the relationship between Xbox and PlayStation. For players, the move represents an opportunity to relive—or discover—one of the most influential series in the third-person shooter genre.
