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http://news.xbox.com/2016/03/15/gears-of-war-4-beta-april-18/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

Gears fans, the wait is almost over. We know you’ve been eager to see what’s in store for the future of Gears multiplayer, and next month, we’re excited to give you the first taste and an opportunity to help shape the multiplayer experience in Gears of War 4 with the launch of our global Versus multiplayer beta, exclusively on Xbox One.

Beginning on April 18, fans who’ve played Gears of War: Ultimate Edition on Xbox One or Windows 10 will begin to receive tokens in waves for early access to the beta. Following the conclusion of early access on April 24, all qualifying Xbox Live Gold members on Xbox One will be invited to join the beta until it ends on May 1.

In addition, we’re extending the timeframe for Gears of War: Ultimate Edition players to qualify for early access to the Gears of War 4 beta from March 1 to April 11. To qualify, just log on to Xbox Live and play Gears of War: Ultimate Edition on Xbox One or Windows 10 by 11 p.m. PDT, April 11.*

Retro lancer me if old

 

[Hasney]

I guess I better boot that copy of GoW:U I've had sitting around then.

 

[pizzacat]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏


I'm ready day one

I guess I better boot that copy of GoW:U I've had sitting around then.

The last day to register for the beta through UE was March 1st I think.

 

[Broman1978]

O M G!!!!! CANNOT WAIT!

 

[Altered Juice]

Day uno

 

[Genio88]

Can't wait to try it, the timing is perfect, when i'll be done with Quantum Break i'll try the beta

 

[Jawmuncher]

Really hoping we can see matches like when GOW first came out. I know esports centric at this point is shotgun along with the long range weapons. But the variety people used at gears launch was so much fun.

 

[Kill3r7]

 

[jmaine_ph]

2 weeks if you have played Gears: UE? Nice!

 

[Salz01]

Why don't they show a trailer for it?

 

[Theorry]

Wow open beta also. Awesome.

 

[Hasney]

The last day to register for the beta through UE was March 1st I think.

Nah, the link says it was extended to April 11th.

 

[R3TRODYCE]

I forgot about this but I'll fire it up to see the graphics.

 

[T.O.P]

Oh shit

 

[ViewtifulJC]

yeeeeeeeeeeeeah BOI

no trailer or MP modes? fuck Rod F tbh

 

[Kordelle]

Wonder if us germans will be screwd again and won't be able to play

Spoiler

most likely yes

 

[Bits N Pieces]

Oh I'm looking forward to this!

 

[drigosr]

Can't wait! Really!!

 

[shinobi602]

Gimme.

 

[BADNED]

Wonder if us germans will be screwd again and won't be able to play

Spoiler

most likely yes

Well since only Japan and China are mentioned as the countries where it is not available, Germany should be good to go this time!
Take a look: https://gearsofwar.com/en-us/community/news/gears-4-beta

 

[Coxy100]

I'm still waiting for my code for GoW 2 and 3 so my hopes aren't high for a code for this!

 

[Hoje0308]

Excited for this.

 

[Kordelle]

Well since only Japan and China are mentioned as the countries where it is not available, Germany should be good to go this time!
Take a look: https://gearsofwar.com/en-us/community/news/gears-4-beta

Thanks!

Coalition awesome confirmed.

 

[Booker.DeWitt]

day one

 

[Ninja Sharingan]

Sick! Lets do this!

 

[Doug Heffernan]

Can't wait!
If you still haven't played Gears Ultimate for the early access, it will be on sale for $10 at BB on March 20.

 

[Bits N Pieces]

How do you get into the beta?

*To qualify for early access to the Gears of War 4 Multiplayer Beta on Xbox One, log in to Xbox Live and play Gears of War: Ultimate Edition on Xbox One or Windows 10 by 11:00PM PDT, April 11. Tokens for the beta will be distributed in waves through the Xbox Live messaging system and begin arriving Monday April 18. For both Early Access and Xbox Live Gold periods, must be 17+. Xbox One, broadband internet (ISP fees apply) and Xbox Live Gold membership (sold separately) required. Beta dates, content, and features subject to change. Not available in all markets. See https://GearsofWar.com for the latest information.

 

[PeskyToaster]

This is what I need. And it's the week after my training where I would be gone. Thank you lord jesus

 

[dancrane212]

Will probably have some representation at PAX East this year then. Good I'll be able to play the beta beforehand and be able to skip the temptation of that line!

*

The Out of the Shadows: Inside Gears of War Multiplayer with The Coalition panel on Sunday, Apr. 24 at 10:30am in the Albatross Theater featuring a deeper dive in Gears of War 4 multiplayer and some special surprises. We’ll also be offering up some great prizes to any of our fans who turn up in Gears of War Cosplay! Gears fans who can’t make the show can take part in the fun from home LIVE on the Gears of War Twitch channel!

Nice!

 

[Skiesofwonder]

Just a heads up, Gears of War: Ultimate Edition will be $9.99 ($7.99 with GCU) on March 20th at Best Buy.

That's a great price for beta access and a generally well-received remake of the first Gears.

 

[SlipperyMoose]

Oh hell yeah I'm down. April is going to be a crazy month for games for me.

 

[The Flash]

How do you get into the beta?

Following the conclusion of early access on April 24, all qualifying Xbox Live Gold members on Xbox One will be invited to join the beta until it ends on May 1.

Open by the looks of it

 

[JayWood2010]

2 week long beta will give me plenty of time to give a lot of feedback to Coalition xD Thank you Microsoft and Coalition as this is my favorite franchise. Let's make it the best Gears to date!

 

[Equanimity]

Nice! I'm looking forward to it.

 

[Y0j1mb0]

 

[Kayant]

Nice! I await the footage overload and curious the see the knife combat in action.

 

[Bits N Pieces]

Open by the looks of it

Yeah, owners of the UE who have played the game get in first and then its going to be open to everyone after that.

Happy days

 

[gregor7777]

YESSSS

 

[Strootman]

I'm ready

 

[OnionPowder]

holy shit, I didn't realize this would be so soon.

 

[Steverulez]

I'm ready, show me what you've got, The Coalition!

 

[ElBoxyBrown]

If this beta will be like the previous ones you'll also probably get a special skin to use in the full game.

I'm ready, show me what you've got, The Coalition!

Isn't Splash Damage doing most of the work?

 

[Angel_DvA]

Two weeks is pretty short, especially with invitation in waves, I mean Gears 3 had a full month and still had major launch issues. You expect a week to be enough to test BRAND NEW features?

Besides this, I'M SO FUCKING HYPE !!! Please Coalition make it good !! It's my favorite MP IP ever and I'm so ready for this !!! April can't came soon enough...

 

[DrakeDeception]

Super hype for this beta. I need a some new Gears in my life.

 

[BruceLeeRoy]

Good lord I can't wait!

 

[malfcn]

Woohoo. Returning to Sera in April

 

[krang]

I am all of the hype.

 

[Gothos]

What do they mean in Open beta as eligible Xbox Live Gold members? Do I need something else besides Gold to participate? The * is only explained regarding Early Access.

 

[FonkyByNature]

Boom !!! Can't wait ! April 18? that's close.

 

[Kordelle]

What do they mean in Open beta as eligible Xbox Live Gold members? Do I need something else besides Gold to participate? The * is only explained regarding Early Access.

Not for chinese and japanese Accounts