For a franchise that’s been around for nearly 50 years, Star Wars still finds ways to surprise people. This time, it’s not with a trailer or a new cast announcement. It’s with something a little rarer in modern fandom discourse: a clear, public “best of the year” win. Rotten Tomatoes has awarded Andor: Season 2 the Golden Tomato for Best TV Series of 2025. And yes — it’s a big deal. Why this matters now The Golden Tomato awards aren’t a random poll or a popularity contest with unclear rules. They’re Rotten Tomatoes’ yearly editorial recognition based on their site’s review data — and in this case, it places Andor at the very top of 2025 television. The award landing now also reinforces what many Star Wars fans have been saying for a while: Andor isn’t just “good for Star Wars.” It’s just plain great TV, full stop. What Andor…
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5 Years Ago Today, Ubisoft Announced an Open-World Star Wars Game — and It Became Star Wars Outlaws
Five years ago today, Ubisoft and Lucasfilm dropped an announcement that instantly rewired expectations for Star Wars gaming: Massive Entertainment was developing an open-world Star Wars game. Back then, it didn’t have a name. It didn’t have a trailer. It didn’t even have a main character. It was just a promise — the kind that sounds too good to be real until you see it actually happen. That project, once known as Project Helix, later became Star Wars Outlaws, which released in 2024. And in a very Star Wars twist, the game’s story didn’t stop at launch. Why this matters now Star Wars games don’t always get long arcs. Some drop, get a few patches, and vanish into the backlog like a forgotten bounty hunter. But Outlaws has been doing something different: it’s been quietly picking up new fans over time — especially as more players discover its open-ended “live…
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes Adjusts Datacron Release Schedule — Monthly Sets, 3-Month Lifespan, Lower Complexity
Datacrons are one of those Galaxy of Heroes systems that can feel equal parts “strategic depth” and “please stop adding homework.” Now Capital Games is changing how they work — and it’s not a small tweak. In a new update, CG confirmed that Datacrons will now release every month and last for 3 months, replacing the old cadence where Datacrons released every other month and lasted for 4 months. And yes: this is meant to make the system feel less awkward alongside Conquests and the new Era structure. Why this matters now Datacrons don’t exist in a vacuum. They impact: And the timing has often felt messy — sets would overlap Conquest/Era beats in a way that made planning (or just keeping up) more confusing than it needed to be. CG is basically admitting that the “every other month / 4 months” system never lined up cleanly. So they’re rebuilding…
SWTOR Galactic Seasons Objectives (Jan 13 – Feb 16, 2026)
alactic Seasons 9: “Flashpoint Resurgence” is still rolling, and SWTOR has now posted the full objective schedule for January 13 through February 16, 2026. If you’re trying to plan your weekly grind (or just avoid logging in on the one week where your objectives scream “Master Mode Flashpoint” at you), this is the roadmap. Below you’ll find a complete breakdown of every objective for: Note: “Week 22–26” refers to Galactic Seasons week numbering — not calendar weeks. Galactic Seasons 9 reminder: what this schedule covers This objective list is part of Galactic Seasons 9: Flashpoint Resurgence, which started with Game Update 7.7.1. Each week includes: Week 22 Objectives (January 13 – January 19) Daily Weekly (Complete any 7/11) Week 23 Objectives (January 20 – January 26) Daily Weekly (Complete any 7/11) Week 24 Objectives (January 27 – February 2) Daily Weekly (Complete any 7/11) Week 25 Objectives (February 3 –…
Disney’s Millennium Falcon Ride Was Supposed to Have Five Different Missions — But Guests Only Got One
For years, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run has had one major problem: It’s fun… but it’s also weirdly easy to “solve.” After a few rides, you know the beats. You know the mission. You know what happens. And for an attraction built around interactivity, that’s a replayability issue. Now we finally know why. According to reporting highlighted by WDWNT — drawing from a recent Wall Street Journal feature on Walt Disney Imagineering — the ride was originally designed to include five different missions, but opened with only one due to budget and time constraints. And yes… it explains a lot. Why this matters right now This isn’t just a “fun Star Wars trivia” detail. It matters because Disney is finally upgrading Smugglers Run with a new mission featuring Din Djarin and Grogu, launching May 22, 2026. So suddenly, the idea of “multiple missions” isn’t hypothetical anymore. It’s a concept Disney is…
Star Wars Outlaws Joins Xbox Game Pass on January 13
Timing matters with games like this. On January 13, Star Wars Outlaws is coming to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, opening the doors to a much wider audience across Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Cloud. For a game built around scale, freedom, and discovery, that wider access changes the conversation. What’s being added — and where you can play Game Pass subscribers will be able to jump straight into Outlaws without an additional purchase, whether they’re playing locally on console or PC, or streaming via the cloud. That matters because Outlaws isn’t a quick-hit experience. It’s a full open-world Star Wars game designed around roaming, side jobs, reputation systems, and slower-burn storytelling. Game Pass removes the friction for players who may have been curious but hesitant. Now, curiosity is enough. Why this matters for Star Wars games Star Wars games have often lived in defined genres —…
The Clone Wars Has Landed in LEGO Star Wars: Castaways
There’s a limited window right now where LEGO Star Wars nostalgia and live-service timing line up perfectly. The Clone Wars event is officially live in LEGO Star Wars: Castaways, giving players a chance to unlock themed cosmetics inspired by Star Wars: The Clone Wars—but only until January 31. If you’ve been looking for a reason to jump back in, this is it. What’s happening in the game The event adds a new layer of progression focused on Clone Wars–themed rewards. By playing during the event period, players can earn cosmetic items tied directly to the era—designed in the game’s signature LEGO style. These are visual rewards rather than gameplay advantages, keeping the experience light, playful, and accessible. You log in, play the activities you already enjoy, and gradually unlock items that let your character reflect one of Star Wars’ most beloved eras. Once the event ends, those cosmetics go with…
Mia Goth on Star Wars: Starfighter: “It Was Incredible”
There’s a kind of joy that can only come from being part of a big, collaborative movie set — and Mia Goth says Star Wars: Starfighter delivered exactly that. Speaking with Collider about her experience working on the film, Goth didn’t hold back when describing what it was like to step into the Star Wars galaxy. She called it “incredible” and “the most fun on a film set” she’s had — high praise from an actor with a wide range of acclaimed roles. Not just another gig What makes her comments stand out isn’t just enthusiasm — it’s specificity. Goth highlighted director Shawn Levy as a big part of what made the experience special. She described him as “electric,” praising his energy, his connection with the cast and crew, and how that vibe shaped the atmosphere on set. That kind of rapport isn’t always visible to audiences, but it’s often…
Hayden Christensen Is Heading to Emerald City Comic Con in 2026
Some convention announcements feel routine. This one doesn’t. Hayden Christensen is officially attending Emerald City Comic Con on Saturday, March 7, 2026, bringing one of the most era-defining Star Wars performances directly to the show floor. For a generation that grew up with the prequels—and another that rediscovered Anakin Skywalker through recent Star Wars series—this appearance lands at exactly the right moment. What’s happening at ECCC Christensen will be at ECCC for photo ops and autographs, with multiple purchase windows already locked in. Superfan photo op and autograph presales begin Thursday, January 8 at 11:00 AM PT, followed by general onsale on Friday, January 9 at 12:00 PM PT. Fans looking to attend in person can secure tickets ahead of time, with a delivery cutoff set for January 18 at 11:59 PM PT. For those unable to travel, official mail-in autographs will also be available through the convention’s authorized partner,…
Third Volume of Star Wars: Visions Earns Two Annie Award Nominations
Star Wars continues to prove that there’s more than one way to explore a galaxy far, far away. The third volume of Star Wars: Visions has officially received two Annie Award nominations, further cementing the anthology’s reputation as one of Lucasfilm’s most creatively ambitious projects in recent years. The Annie Awards—widely regarded as the most prestigious honors in the animation industry—celebrate excellence across animated film and television. For Visions, these nominations are a strong signal that its experimental, creator-driven approach isn’t just resonating with fans, but with industry professionals as well. What Makes Star Wars: Visions Stand Out Unlike traditional canon-driven Star Wars series, Visions is designed as an anthology that invites animation studios from around the world to reinterpret the franchise through their own cultural and artistic lenses. From Japanese anime powerhouses in Volume One to globally diverse studios in later volumes, the series deliberately steps outside established continuity….
Star Wars: Starfighter Is Built Around a Father-Son Dynamic
Early reporting on Star Wars: Starfighter has been tantalizingly cautious—tight-lipped about plot specifics and character details. But one theme director Shawn Levy confirms is central to the story: it’s anchored in a father-son dynamic. That might sound simple on its face, but in a franchise defined by legacy and lineage, this choice resonates in a very Star Wars way. Building a Star Wars story on emotional grounding Levy has a long track record with emotionally centered adventure films, and his past work often circles relationships between adults and younger characters. That sensibility appears to be shaping Starfighter too. In a recent interview connected to his New York Times profile, Levy discussed how moments of intergenerational connection have drawn him back again and again in storytelling. While the full plot is still under wraps, the fact that Starfighter is described as being built around paternal bonds suggests we might see a…
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes January 7, 2026 Update – Farm Changes, Fixes, and Unit Tweaks
The first Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes update of 2026 isn’t flashy, but it’s meaningful. This patch focuses on accessibility, cleanup, and quiet groundwork for what’s coming next—exactly the kind of update that tends to matter more over time than it does on day one. Here’s a clear breakdown of what changed, and how it affects day-to-day play. Farmability Updates: A Shift Toward Accessibility Several older units and ships have moved into more reliable farming locations, continuing CG’s slow but steady effort to reduce roster bottlenecks. These changes are small individually, but together they make bounty hunter and Rebel fleets easier to progress without relying on shipments or event timing. Character Progression Notes A few important status updates came with the patch: Bug Fixes and Quality-of-Life Adjustments This update also cleans up a number of long-standing inconsistencies: None of these change the meta, but they remove friction—especially for players progressing…
Maul (Hate-Fueled) Arrives in Galaxy of Heroes — Abilities, Synergies, and How to Use Him Effectively
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes is no stranger to powerful reimaginings of familiar characters, but Maul (Hate-Fueled) stands out as something more extreme. Twisted, half-mechanical, and sustained purely by rage, this version of Maul—often referred to by fans as “Spider Maul”—is designed to feel dangerous at every stage of a battle. Introduced as part of the game’s anniversary plans, Maul (Hate-Fueled) is firmly positioned as a high-impact Dark Side Attacker with deep synergy potential, especially within a Starkiller-centric lineup. Below is a full breakdown of his kit, followed by practical strategies for getting the most out of him on the holotables. Character Overview Unit Name: Maul (Hate-Fueled)Alignment: Dark SideRole: AttackerCategories: Dark Side, Attacker, Unaligned Force UserHidden Category: Large Character This incarnation of Maul draws inspiration from his time on Lotho Minor in The Clone Wars, when he survives through sheer hatred and obsession. Mechanically, that theme translates into a character…
Andor Earns Major Guild Recognition Across SAG and DGA Awards
Awards attention is starting to coalesce around Andor—and this time, it’s coming from the industry’s most telling voices. The Star Wars series has received multiple nominations across both the 2026 Screen Actors Guild Awards and the Directors Guild of America Awards, signaling broad recognition that goes beyond fandom and into craft. Strong showing at the 2026 SAG Awards At the Screen Actors Guild Awards, Andor has been nominated in several major television categories. The series earned a nomination for Outstanding Action Performance by a Stunt Ensemble in a Television Series, a category that highlights coordinated physical storytelling rather than individual star turns. For Andor, a show grounded in realism, tension, and lived-in conflict, that recognition feels especially aligned with its identity. In addition, the show is in contention for ensemble and performance honors in the drama categories, including Best Drama Series Ensemble as well as individual recognition for Best Drama…
Mark Hamill Names the One Actor He’s Always Wanted to Work With
Sometimes the most interesting Star Wars moments happen far away from a movie set. In a recent interview, Mark Hamill was asked a deceptively simple question: which actor has he always wanted to work with? His answer didn’t involve a new collaboration or an unexpected pick from another franchise. Instead, Hamill pointed backward. “Well, in the sequel trilogies, Harrison Ford.” It’s a line delivered without irony, and it carries more weight than it might first appear. Context matters here Hamill and Harrison Ford are inseparable in the public imagination. Luke Skywalker and Han Solo helped define Star Wars together, and their on-screen chemistry shaped the original trilogy’s tone as much as the story itself. But the sequel era didn’t really give them a shared runway. Ford returned as Han Solo in The Force Awakens, and later appeared again in The Rise of Skywalker—not in a sweeping reunion, but in an…
A Star Wars Horror Series Is Reportedly in Development — Here’s What That Actually Means
A new rumor is making the rounds in Star Wars circles, and it’s one of the more intriguing ones we’ve heard in a while: a Star Wars horror show is reportedly in development. The claim comes from Daniel Richtman (often known online as DanielRPK), a source with a mixed but occasionally accurate track record when it comes to early-stage Hollywood projects. As with many reports at this stage, there’s no official confirmation from Lucasfilm or Disney — which means this is worth discussing, but not swallowing whole. Still, the idea itself isn’t as far-fetched as it might sound. Why a Star Wars Horror Project Makes Sense Despite its family-friendly reputation, Star Wars has always flirted with horror. In other words, the ingredients are already there. A horror-focused series wouldn’t be a genre break — it would be a genre reframing. What “Horror” Could Actually Mean in Star Wars It’s important…
Steven Soderbergh Rewatched the Star Wars Sequels and Empire Strikes Back — What That Suggests About The Hunt for Ben Solo
One of the more interesting pieces of Star Wars film trivia to surface recently didn’t come from Lucasfilm press releases or convention panels. It came from the personal viewing habits of a filmmaker. Steven Soderbergh, the acclaimed director behind Ocean’s Eleven, Traffic, and Contagion, was at one point attached to a proposed Star Wars film titled The Hunt for Ben Solo. While the project ultimately did not move forward, new insight into Soderbergh’s preparation sheds light on how seriously the film was being developed before it quietly stalled. In January 2025, Soderbergh rewatched the Star Wars sequel trilogy along with The Empire Strikes Back, and also revisited The Making of Star Wars, the classic behind-the-scenes chronicle of George Lucas’ original film. That timing is notable — and likely not accidental. A Director Deep in Preparation Soderbergh is known for publishing annual “Seen/Read” lists documenting the films and books he consumes…
Daisy Ridley Says the New Jedi Order Movie Will Be “Wonderful”
Speaking recently with ComicBook.com, Daisy Ridley offered an update on the long-gestating New Jedi Order film—and her words land somewhere between optimism and caution. Ridley described the story as “wonderful,” but the more telling part of her comments wasn’t the praise. It was the restraint. “I am six years older. I am in a different moment,” Ridley said.“I think the wait will be worthwhile. I think it will be a discovery, as all roles are, of where Rey is when we meet her again.” That doesn’t sound like someone promising a victory lap. It sounds like someone aware of how much has changed—both personally and within Star Wars itself. A Return That Carries Real Risk Bringing Rey back is not a neutral decision for Lucasfilm. Rey remains one of the most debated figures of the sequel era, praised by some as a symbol of hope and criticized by others as…
Inside Florida’s $14.5M Megamansion With a Star Wars-Themed Bunkroom and Resort-Style Amenities
If you’ve ever wondered what happens when luxury real estate meets pop culture fandom, a new listing in Reunion, Florida has the answer. A jaw-dropping 16-bedroom megamansion—complete with world-class entertainment spaces and a playful Star Wars-inspired bunkroom—has just hit the market for $14.5 million. This isn’t just a big house; it’s a full-blown recreation destination tucked inside the renowned Reunion Resort & Golf Club, about 30 minutes southwest of Orlando and just minutes from Walt Disney World. A Luxury Estate Designed for Fun Spanning 17,694 square feet and originally built in 2021, the estate is as much about entertainment as it is about living. With 16 bedrooms and 20 bathrooms, it’s perfectly suited for large families, corporate retreats, or anyone who loves hosting memorable get-togethers. The interior isn’t your typical luxury home. Among the features that stand out: In other words: this home was designed for both everyday living and…
2025 Gave Us a Battlefront II Revival—and Fans Will Always Be Grateful
For a game that was officially left behind years ago, Star Wars Battlefront II had no business becoming one of 2025’s quiet comeback stories. And yet, that’s exactly what happened. No official relaunch. No surprise expansion. No marketing push from EA or Disney. Just a player base that never really left—and a year where everything finally lined up for a revival that felt earned, organic, and deeply emotional for longtime fans. In 2025, Battlefront II didn’t just come back. It was remembered. A Game That Refused to Stay Dead When Star Wars Battlefront II launched in 2017, its reputation was poisoned almost overnight. The controversy around progression and monetization overshadowed what was, even then, a technically impressive Star Wars shooter with unmatched audiovisual polish. What followed over the next few years was one of the most dramatic redemption arcs in modern gaming. DICE stripped out the worst systems, reworked progression,…
First Look at the Logo for Ahsoka Season 2
Lucasfilm hasn’t issued a press release. There’s been no stage reveal, no official tweet, no dramatic countdown. And yet, Ahsoka Season 2 has quietly made itself visible. The first look at the Season 2 logo has surfaced—not on a poster or trailer, but stitched onto a jacket. Subtle, almost casual. And very on-brand for how this series tends to move. What we’re seeing The logo keeps things restrained. Clean lettering. A slightly rough, hand-drawn edge. The name Ahsoka remains the visual anchor, now paired with a simple “2” beneath it. No added tagline. No overt symbolism layered on top. It doesn’t scream escalation. It doesn’t try to reinvent the wheel. Instead, it signals continuity—this is the same story, moving forward rather than sideways. That choice matters. Context: where Ahsoka left off Season 1 of Ahsoka was doing a very specific kind of work. It wasn’t designed as a mass-market entry…
SWTOR In-Game Events for January 2026
January is shaping up to be a focused, old-school month in Star Wars: The Old Republic. No experimental gimmicks, no seasonal noise — just two proven events that reward time spent actually playing the game. If you’re logging in after the holidays and wondering when it’s worth committing a few evenings, this is your roadmap. Bounty Contract Week Returns The first event of the year brings back one of SWTOR’s most replayable PvE loops. Bounty Contract Week runs from January 6 to January 13, beginning and ending at 12:00 PM GMT, and is available to characters level 15 and up. The Bounty Brokers Association once again opens its doors, offering contracts that send players across the galaxy to track down criminal targets. Each day, you can accept: These missions often take place on different planets, encouraging travel and variety rather than repetitive grinding. Completing five standard contracts unlocks Kingpin missions,…
A Month of Star Wars Mornings Is Coming to Los Angeles — And the Timing Matters
There’s a quiet, deliberate kind of magic in watching Star Wars on the big screen before the year really gets going. No hype cycles. No spoilers. Just a darkened theater, a familiar score, and a story you already know—but somehow still want to revisit. That’s exactly what’s happening in Los Angeles this winter. Starting Saturday, January 3, 2026, the Ted Mann Theater on Wilshire Boulevard is hosting a steady run of Star Wars theatrical screenings—one film per week, all beginning at 11:00am. It’s a simple idea, executed well, and it lands at a very specific moment in the franchise’s timeline. What’s Screening, and When The program opens with The Empire Strikes Back on Saturday, January 3, followed by Return of the Jedi on January 10. From there, the schedule moves backward and forward across the saga: Every screening starts at 11:00am. No evening rush. No marathon fatigue. Just a consistent…
Why the Sith Didn’t Win Either
The Sith finally won. After a thousand years of secrecy, manipulation, and patience, they achieved total victory. The Jedi were wiped out. The Republic collapsed. The galaxy fell under the control of a single Sith Lord. And within a single generation, that victory destroyed them. The fall of the Jedi is often treated as the great tragedy of Star Wars. But what’s less discussed is the uncomfortable truth on the other side of that collapse: the Sith didn’t truly win either. They conquered everything—and built nothing that could last. Total Victory, No Future From the Sith perspective, the end of the Clone Wars was perfection. The Jedi were gone. Opposition was crushed. Power was absolute. There was no rival order, no balancing force, no institutional resistance left standing. But the Sith victory had a fatal flaw: it was designed to end with one person. There was no succession plan.No shared…