Seven years ago today, Star Wars Battlefront II delivered one of the biggest and most beloved updates in the game’s entire lifespan: The Battle of Geonosis. This wasn’t a small patch. It wasn’t a balance tweak. It was a full-blown content explosion — the kind of “oh wow, they actually did it” moment that reminded players why they fell in love with Battlefront in the first place. And honestly? It still holds up as one of the greatest Clone Wars experiences ever put into a Star Wars shooter. A Massive Galactic Assault Map That Felt Like a Real War The Geonosis Galactic Assault map was huge — not “Battlefront huge,” but legit battlefield huge. Wide open dunes, rocky caverns, marching walkers, war dust everywhere, and that orange haze that instantly screams “we are so, so doomed.” For many players, this was the first time Battlefront II truly felt like: Snipers,…
Claudia Black Reveals She Won’t Return as Mother Klothow in Ahsoka Season 2 — Here’s Why
Claudia Black has confirmed she will not reprise her role as Mother Klothow in Ahsoka Season 2, and the reason has nothing to do with story direction, creative disagreement, or performance. It comes down to something far more real: logistics and livelihood. In an honest, heartfelt explanation, Black revealed that although Lucasfilm initially intended for her to return, the studio ultimately couldn’t meet the financial needs required for her to participate — especially as a single parent based in Los Angeles while production moves overseas. “I’m going to be transparent. They picked up season two, picked me up with it, and then Disney, which is structuring things differently these days, could not pay me what I needed to be paid as a single mother to keep all my responsibilities going at home in Los Angeles, because they were filming in London. It was not something that they could make happen,…
What to Expect from A Lawless Time – Star Wars: Unlimited’s Grittiest Expansion Yet
A Lawless Time is coming to Star Wars: Unlimited, and it’s shaping up to be the game’s most explosive expansion so far. Instead of Senate halls, military operations, or Force mysticism, this set dives deep into the underworld—the side of Star Wars where deals happen in shadows, credits matter more than loyalty, and the only real rule is survival. From brand-new mechanics to risky deckbuilding decisions, here’s everything players can expect when A Lawless Time drops. A Shift Into the Underworld For the first time, Unlimited steps fully into the galaxy’s criminal underground. This set focuses on smugglers, bounty hunters, crime lords, hustlers, scoundrels, and everyone who lives far away from Republic regulations or Imperial oversight. If Shadows of the Galaxy set the mood, A Lawless Time pushes it into overdrive. Expect: It’s not honorable. It’s not legal. But hey—it’s profitable. New Mechanic: Credit Tokens Meet the underworld’s most important…
Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Luke Skywalker Voice Overhaul Mod – Bringing Modern Luke to a Classic Jedi Adventure
Some mods tweak visuals. Some overhaul combat. And then there are mods like this one—the kind that reach directly into your nostalgia, flip a major switch, and suddenly your favorite Star Wars relic feels strangely… modern. The Luke Skywalker Voice Overhaul for Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast does exactly that. It swaps out Bob Bergen’s original Luke voice with a completely reworked performance inspired by EA’s Star Wars Battlefront II—giving classic Luke a fresh sound without touching the soul of the game. If you’ve ever wondered what a more cinematic Luke might feel like in the iconic Jedi Outcast campaign, this mod answers the question with surprising clarity. 👉 Download Link What This Voice Overhaul Actually Does For a game released in 2002, Jedi Outcast still holds up remarkably well—lightsaber combat, level design, story pacing, all top-tier. But voice acting has evolved dramatically over the last 20+ years,…
Shawn Levy Says John Williams’ Themes Won’t Be Used in STAR WARS: STARFIGHTER — And That’s a Bold Move
Shawn Levy is charting a new musical course for Star Wars: Starfighter.The director has confirmed that the upcoming film will not feature remixes, re-orchestrations, or direct lifts of John Williams’ legendary themes. No Imperial March. No Force Theme. No Williams cues repurposed for nostalgia hits. According to Levy, the goal isn’t to erase the legacy — it’s to avoid leaning on it. “It’s not going to be remixes of Williams’ cues. It may be inspired by some of that, but I needed a bighearted score from a composer who, like John Williams, doesn’t shy away from themes.” This is a creative swing — and maybe exactly the kind of swing Star Wars needs right now. A Massive Win: Thomas Newman Is Scoring a Star Wars Movie This is huge news. Thomas Newman is one of the greatest film composers alive — and now he’s doing a Star Wars movie. The…
When You Can’t Copy the Master: How Doug Chiang’s Design Philosophy Shapes the Visual Future of Star Wars
When Doug Chiang openly admits that “only George truly knows what Star Wars design is,” and adds “I do my best, but I don’t always get it 100 per cent right,” he’s not issuing a humble shrug — he’s stating a core creative principle. Read his words here That philosophy is quietly, but profoundly, shaping how Star Wars looks today: from TV to games to new films. Because when you accept that there is no perfect template — only spirit, evolution, and reinterpretation — you give yourself permission to adapt, innovate, and keep a decades-old galaxy alive. The Weight of Legacy: Why Recreating “Classic Star Wars” Is a Trap A. The Original Aesthetic Was Implied, Not Codified George Lucas defined Star Wars design through practical sets, costumes, and visual practicality — before reference artbooks, prequel CGI uniforms, or decades of expanded lore. That original aesthetic was organic: lived-in, functional, and…
New Mandalorian and Grogu Trailer Reportedly Attached to Select Zootopia 2 Screenings
Disney may be quietly rolling out one of its biggest surprises of the year. According to early reports from moviegoers, a brand-new trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu is playing in front of select screenings of Zootopia 2. Yes — the first real look at Din Djarin and Grogu’s leap to the big screen may already be out there… just not online yet. And that’s exactly the kind of sneaky marketing Lucasfilm loves. A Strategic (and Very Disney) Trailer Drop When a major studio wants to test a trailer before unleashing it worldwide, it often attaches it to a specific film with a predictable audience. Placing The Mandalorian and Grogu trailer before Zootopia 2 checks every box: Disney gets to watch real-time audience reactions without the pressure of an immediate global release. It’s the same tactic they’ve used with Marvel previews, Pixar teasers, and even earlier Star Wars marketing. Why…
McDonald’s Celebrates Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary With 70 Toys — Including 9 Star Wars Collectibles
McDonald’s is celebrating 70 years of the Disneyland Resort in the only appropriate way:by dropping a massive set of 70 different Happy Meal toys, each one themed to a moment, character, or attraction from across Disneyland’s history. Yes — 70 toys.Yes — collectors everywhere just felt a disturbance in the Force. But the biggest headline for us galaxy-far-far-away people? McDonald’s included nine Star Wars toys in the lineup. Between Disneyland history, Star Tours nostalgia, and Galaxy’s Edge hype, this crossover practically writes itself — and it’s already shaping up to be one of McDonald’s biggest collectible promotions in years. Celebrating 70 Years of Disneyland Magic Disneyland opened in 1955, and since then, the resort has evolved into a multi-generation dream machine full of classic attractions, land expansions, and big IP crossovers. McDonald’s is tapping into that legacy by releasing: This isn’t just a kids’ meal promotion — it’s a full-scale…
Jeremy Allen White Had No Idea Who Rotta the Hutt Was Before Being Cast in The Mandalorian and Grogu
Jeremy Allen White — the Emmy-winning star of The Bear and longtime favorite from Shameless — is joining the Star Wars galaxy in one of the most unexpected ways imaginable: by playing Rotta the Hutt. And according to a new interview, he had absolutely no idea who that was before he got the role. Source Yes. The man cast to voice Jabba the Hutt’s son learned about the character after being hired. And honestly? That might be the coolest part of this entire story. A “Wait… Who?” Casting Moment In the interview, White openly admits that he didn’t know Rotta even existed until the creative team walked him through the character. That’s right: no Clone Wars memories, no deep Hutt lore, no childhood trauma from the 2008 animated movie. Just a director telling him:“You’re going to play a Hutt.”And White going:“Great! …What’s a Hutt’s kid like again?” In a franchise…
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes – 11/25 Update Brings New Characters, Fixes, and Triple Drops Tease
The latest Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes update has landed, and it’s a surprisingly stacked one. From character availability changes to bug fixes and even a tease of incoming Triple Drops, today’s patch brings a little something for everyone — collectors, theorycrafters, and spreadsheet enjoyers alike. Here’s everything that hit the holotable today. 4-LOM Joins Chromium Packs and Shipments Bounty hunters, rejoice: 4-LOM is now officially available in Chromium Packs and Shipments.If you’ve been waiting to round out your Bounty Hunter or Scoundrel teams, this is a very good day. Time to decide whether your wallet — or your patience — wins. LAST CALL: Extra Life Charity Drive – $23,000 Raised So Far The community’s been on a roll. The Extra Life Charity Drive has already raised $23,000, with today being the last call for donations.Full details and donation link here:👉 https://forums.ea.com/blog/swgoh-game-info-hub-en/extra-life-charity-drive-live-event-11-8-2025/12877936 If you want to make a difference and…
Star Wars x Destiny 2: Renegades – Launch Trailer Drops Ahead of December 2 Expansion
Destiny 2 just went full hyperspace. Bungie has released the official launch trailer for Star Wars x Destiny 2: Renegades, and it’s already shaping up to be one of the most ambitious and surprising crossovers in the history of either franchise. The full expansion arrives on December 2, 2025, but the trailer alone is enough to get both Guardians and Star Wars fans vibrating like an overloaded fusion coil. This isn’t just a cosmetic pack. This is a full-blown expansion with crossover energy so strong it feels like Disney and Bungie looked at each other and said, “What if we just broke the internet?” Spoiler: They did. A Massive IP Mashup That Actually Makes Sense On paper, Destiny 2 and Star Wars should clash like a Titan charging into a Jedi Council meeting. But the Renegades trailer proves how perfectly the universes blend when you focus on their shared pillars:…
SWTOR Launches the “Master the Fight: Mobile Market Edition” Bundle – Available Now
Star Wars: The Old Republic has just dropped one of its biggest premium bundles to date — the Master the Fight: Mobile Market Edition, a limited-time package packed with value, cartel coins, droids, dyes, and a mount that basically says, “I own the battlefield, thanks.” The bundle is available right now on the official SWTOR site and stays up until January 13th, 2026 at 11:00am CT / 5:00pm UTC. Source If you’ve ever wanted six months of subscription time plus a small army of droids following you around? Yeah — this is your moment. What’s Inside the Master the Fight: Mobile Market Edition Priced at $99.99 USD, this one-time purchase brings a lot to the table — especially for players who want both time and toys. Here’s everything included: 🔥 180 Days of Sub Time + Coins If you’re already a subscriber (or planning to be one), this alone is…
OTD in 1985: Ewoks – The Battle for Endor Brought Chaos, Blasters, and Unexpected Darkness to ABC
On November 24, 1985, American TV audiences tuned into ABC expecting a cozy Sunday-night Star Wars adventure…and instead got one of the darkest openings in Star Wars history. Ewoks: The Battle for Endor, the second of the made-for-TV Ewok movies, aired 39 years ago today — and if you haven’t revisited it in a while, you may have forgotten just how dramatically unhinged it is. Cute teddy bears? Yes.Family-friendly? In theory.Traumatizing? Absolutely. Let’s take a trip back to this very odd corner of Star Wars canon. A Sequel That Pulls Zero Punches The story picks up right after Caravan of Courage, following young Cindel Towani (Aubree Miller) as she and her family continue to survive on the forest moon of Endor. …for about ten minutes. Because in one of the most surprising tonal shifts ever approved by Lucasfilm, the entire Towani family except Cindel is killed early in the film….
EA Drops Jedi: Survivor & Fallen Order to Their Lowest Price Ever — Up to 90% Off
EA just activated everyone’s favorite Star Wars Force ability: massive discounts. Both Star Wars Jedi: Survivor and Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order have been slashed by up to 90%, marking the lowest prices these games have ever hit. If you’ve been waiting to jump into Cal Kestis’ story… well, you may never see a better time than right now. These aren’t tiny “here’s five bucks off, enjoy” discounts — we’re talking “grab the controller, do not walk, run to the checkout” levels of deals. Jedi: Fallen Order – The Origin Story You Shouldn’t Skip Jedi: Fallen Order was already considered one of the best modern Star Wars games when it launched. It brought back: Now that it’s up to 90% off, it’s basically cheaper than a cup of coffee in most major cities. If you somehow haven’t played it yet, this is your chance to witness Cal’s escape from Order…
Hayden Christensen Proudly Picks His Favourite Star Wars Films: A Look at His Choices
Hayden Christensen, the actor revered (and debated) for his portrayal of Anakin Skywalker, recently shared a pair of standout picks when asked about his favourite films in the Star Wars galaxy. From the original trilogy and into the new era, here’s what he chose—and what it tells us about the man behind the suit. 🎬 His Picks Why The Empire Strikes Back Tops His List The Empire Strikes Back has long been hailed by many fans (and critics) as the pinnacle of the Star Wars saga: darker tone, richer character arcs, the unforgettable moment of “I am your father,” and a cliffhanger that changed the way sequels were made. It makes sense that an actor like Christensen—who himself lived through one of cinema’s most infamous sequel arcs—would connect strongly with this film. For someone deeply invested in Skywalker lore, choosing this film signals admiration for its risk-taking, emotional stakes, and…
Star Wars Sequel Trilogy Lands on ITVX – A New Home for a Galaxy Divided
The Star Wars sequel trilogy has officially hyperspaced its way to a new streaming home: ITVX.The Force Awakens (2015), The Last Jedi (2017), and The Rise of Skywalker (2019) have now joined the platform, giving UK viewers an easy place to revisit (or re-debate) one of the most divisive eras in Star Wars history. Source And honestly—few trilogies deserve the word “divisive” quite as much as this one. A Galaxy Reborn… Then Argued About After Disney bought Lucasfilm in 2012, the studio launched a brand-new sequel trilogy set decades after Return of the Jedi. The nostalgia was real: Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, and Mark Hamill all returned as Han Solo, Princess Leia, and Luke Skywalker. At the same time, a new generation took the spotlight: Together, they find themselves locked in a war against Supreme Leader Snoke and his apprentice Kylo Ren — better known as Ben Solo, son of…
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes Turns 10 – The $2 Billion Mobile Giant That Still Dominates the Galaxy
A full decade has passed since Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes launched and quietly became the most profitable Star Wars video game ever made. Released in 2015, the mobile RPG didn’t arrive with the cinematic splash of a console blockbuster — but it did bring something far more powerful: a frictionless, endlessly expandable system built for collectors, strategists, and fans who always wanted to see Darth Vader punch General Grievous in the face. Ten years later, Galaxy of Heroes has generated an estimated $2 billion in revenue, making it the single most successful Star Wars game in history. Not Battlefront. Not KOTOR. Not Jedi: Fallen Order. A mobile squad battler did what none of them could. And the wild part? It’s still going strong. A Decade of Dominance in the Star Wars Gaming Galaxy Most live-service mobile games burn out after a few years. Galaxy of Heroes did the opposite…
Play as Darth Vader in Marvel Rivals – A Full Magneto Overhaul Mod That Brings the Dark Lord to the Arena
Marvel Rivals already lets players throw half a city at each other, bend reality, and generally cause the kind of chaos your graphics card resents. But what if you could add one more ingredient to the mayhem? Something darker. Something heavier. Something that breathes ominously in your headset? Yes—you can now play as Darth Vader in Marvel Rivals, thanks to a surprisingly deep mod that replaces Magneto with the galaxy’s angriest single father. This mod isn’t just a basic mesh swap. It comes with new skins, custom UI icons, and a full audio package pulling from Battlefront II and several other Star Wars titles. It’s the closest thing Marvel Rivals has to a straight-up Star Wars crossover—and it might be one of the most ambitious character mods the game has so far. Download the mod here:👉 https://www.nexusmods.com/marvelrivals/mods/4931?tab=files What This Darth Vader Mod Actually Includes The creator went far beyond slapping…
Yoda: Dark Rendezvous Turns 21 — The Clone Wars Novel That Still Goes Hard
Twenty-one years ago today, Yoda: Dark Rendezvous by Sean Stewart dropped into the Star Wars Expanded Universe and immediately earned its reputation as one of the smartest, weirdest, and most heartfelt Clone Wars stories ever put to paper. It’s the rare Legends novel that fans still talk about with that “No, seriously, you have to read this one” energy—and for good reason. Released in 2004, the book stands as a shining example of just how rich Star Wars storytelling could be long before the Disney era. And now, at 21 years old, this chaotic, philosophical, occasionally unhinged little masterpiece deserves some celebration. Yoda at His Best (and Funniest) Most stories treat Yoda like a mystical space oracle, dropping cryptic wisdom between dramatic pauses. Dark Rendezvous flips that. Sean Stewart presents Yoda as: It’s Yoda at maximum personality—still wise, still deadly, but so much more alive than his usual “talk in…
Disney Spent $705 Million on ANDOR — More Than Any Star Wars Movie Ever Produced
Disney has officially revealed new financial filings showing that Andor—the critically acclaimed Star Wars spy thriller starring Diego Luna—has become the most expensive Star Wars production in history, with a staggering $705.5 million spent across its two seasons. That makes Andor more expensive than The Force Awakens, The Last Jedi, The Rise of Skywalker, or Rogue One. No Star Wars film has ever crossed that number. And what’s even more remarkable:Season 2 alone cost $60.5 million in 2024, ahead of its premiere this April. Source A Decade of Mixed Results Leads to a Different Kind of Star Wars Investment Disney’s Star Wars journey since buying Lucasfilm for $4 billion in 2012 has been… uneven. After 2019, Star Wars disappeared from cinemas entirely as Disney pivoted hard toward Disney+ shows. But those shows also produced mixed results: The Mandalorian The Acolyte And then there was Andor. ANDOR: The Lone Critical Powerhouse…
Ghorman Massacre: The Star Wars Tragedy That Sparked a Rebellion
The Ghorman Massacre stands as one of the most notorious atrocities in Star Wars lore. It’s a fictional event, but its impact within the galaxy far, far away is very real to the characters who lived it. In a confident yet conversational tone, let’s break down what happened on Ghorman, why it mattered, and how this dark incident helped ignite the spark of open rebellion against the Galactic Empire. This isn’t your dry history lecture from the Jedi Archives; it’s an engaging look at a pivotal moment that changed the fate of the Star Wars galaxy. Imperial walkers and stormtroopers face down a massive crowd of peaceful protesters on Ghorman, exemplifying the Empire’s oppressive response that led to the infamous Ghorman Massacre. This brutal crackdown ended any illusion that dissent would be tolerated under Emperor Palpatine’s rule and became a rallying cry for the nascent Rebel Alliance. (In the Star…
The Force Awakens 10th Anniversary Special Edition: A Stunning Look Back at the Film That Rebooted Modern Star Wars
A decade has passed since Star Wars: The Force Awakens blasted into cinemas and reset the franchise’s trajectory. Whether you loved it, argued about it, or rewrote half the script in your head (don’t act like you didn’t), Episode VII reshaped Star Wars for a new generation. Now Lucasfilm and Titan Magazines are celebrating that milestone with something genuinely worthy of your shelf: Star Wars Insider Presents: The Force Awakens – The 10 Year Anniversary Special Edition. It’s a beautifully assembled, interview-rich hardcover packed with behind-the-scenes photography, concept art, and fresh insights into how the film was made. And yes, you can already order it on Amazon right here What Makes This Anniversary Edition Special Sure, “special editions” are announced regularly, but this one earns the label. Titan Magazines has pulled together a curated, archival-style retrospective full of never-before-seen production stills, costume details, creature workshop shots, and director-driven commentary. Across…
Lucasfilm Tells Shawn Levy: “Do Something New” for His Star Wars Movie
It looks like Lucasfilm is finally ready to chart a new course for Star Wars films — and director Shawn Levy just gave us the clearest confirmation yet. In a new interview with KCRW’s The Business, the Starfighter director revealed that Lucasfilm has specifically encouraged him not to use existing Star Wars characters in his upcoming movie. According to Levy, every time he’s floated the idea of borrowing a familiar face from the films, he gets the same answer: “Every time I’ve asked, ‘Should I use this character that was maybe in that movie?’ Every time it’s, ‘You know what? People have seen that. Do something new.’” Source That’s a surprising — and frankly refreshing — creative directive. For years, new Star Wars projects have often leaned heavily on legacy characters, cameos, and nostalgia-driven storytelling. Whether it’s Luke Skywalker showing up in The Mandalorian or familiar Clone Wars characters weaving…
Star Wars Battlefront II – Stephen Hawking For BB-8 Mod: The Most Unexpected Hero Rework in the Galaxy
Every now and then, the Star Wars Battlefront II modding scene drops something so boldly absurd, so wildly unexpected, and so unapologetically creative that it forces you to sit back, blink twice, and whisper:“Wait… they modded what into the game?” Yes—someone replaced BB-8 with Stephen Hawking, complete with custom audio, visuals, UI assets, star cards, and even death effects. It’s the kind of mod that makes the Battlefront II community special: a mix of meme culture, technical skill, and total disregard for what anyone would consider “normal.” And honestly? It’s glorious. A Mod That Redefines ‘Creative Liberty’ in Star Wars Games The Stephen Hawking For BB-8 mod isn’t a simple texture swap or a cheap gag. It’s a full replacement package that transforms the beloved spherical droid into one of history’s most iconic scientific minds—delivered with surprisingly polished execution. Here’s what the mod includes: It’s the kind of overhaul mod…