
Outside of that, everything should work as it does on Microsoft's platforms. This also means owning an Xbox One or Windows Store copy won't net you a free copy on Steam. Owning a copy of Gears 5 on Steam does not mean you own it on Xbox One, or the Windows Store. Although the Steam version supports cross-play with the Windows Store version, as well as Xbox One, it is not part of cross-buy. This ensures all your progress is synced between versions, though you obviously do not need Gold to play online. The Steam version of Gears 5, will - unsurprisingly - require an Xbox Live account, The Coalition confirmed. In a new blog post, the developer outlined some of the high-level features PC players can expect from Gears 5 come launch, and confirmed the game's minimum, recommended and ideal specs. The Coalition looks to be continuing the same philosophy with Gears 5. Gears 5 developer The Coalition has blown the doors wide open on the game's PC version.Īs most will remember, Gears 4's PC version was exceptional, boasting incredible customisability and support for a wide range of PC-specific features.
