The galaxy just got a whole lot closer—and more customizable. During the State of Unreal 2025, Epic Games made an announcement that’s about to change the way people play, build, and tell stories inside Fortnite. Get ready to make your own Star Wars universe, because the Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN) is getting a massive Star Wars upgrade—and it’s powered by AI. That’s right. You’ll soon be able to spawn Sith Lords, design Jedi temples, or make Chewbacca host a poker tournament on a floating casino planet, all within the tools of UEFN. Let’s unpack what this means for creators, storytellers, and anyone who ever wanted to roleplay as a lightsaber-wielding bounty hunter in the middle of a Battle Royale map. 🛠️ Star Wars Assets Are Coming to UEFN Epic Games is officially adding Star Wars content to UEFN, making it easier than ever for creators to drop iconic Star…
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Star Wars Galaxies Legends: May 2025 Special Edition Homeshow Winner — A Hidden Sith Academy Worthy of the Dark Side
There are home decorating contests… and then there’s Star Wars Galaxies Legends’ Homeshow. And when the May 2025 Special Edition rolled around with a full Jedi Themepark expansion celebration in tow, the community didn’t just bring their A-game—they summoned the Force, dragged it into their Guildhalls, and reassembled it into some truly jaw-dropping Sith and Jedi decor. This month’s winner? A creation that has enough dark energy to give Palpatine chills. Congratulations to @Amagon, who claimed victory with their immersive and haunting Hidden Sith Academy. Let’s take a dark-side tour through one of the most spine-tingling player homes ever assembled in SWG Legends history. 👉 Source: SWG Legends Homeshow Winner Announcement 🏆 The Hidden Sith Academy: A Homeshow Masterpiece The judges had their work cut out for them. With players channeling the theme of Jedi vs Sith, Light vs Dark, and Libraries vs Tombs (because of course those are opposites),…
Star Wars Just Had Its Biggest Month on Google in 5 Years — Here’s Why That’s a Big Deal
Charting the Galaxy’s Search Domination from Mandalorian Hype to Andor’s Firestorm If you thought Star Wars was fading into the outer rim of pop culture, think again. According to Google Trends data for the United States, Star Wars just hit its highest search interest in the past five years—beating even the December 2020 spike during The Mandalorian Season 2. Yes, we’re talking peak Jedi Google-fu here. Star Wars: Back On Top of the Search Galaxy So, what’s fueling this meteoric spike in search traffic? It’s not just one thing—it’s the culmination of several events all going supernova at once. Let’s break it down like a lightsaber through a blast door. 1. Episode III: Revenge of the Sith Theatrical Re-Release Anakin’s descent into darkness? Back in theaters? Yes please. With the special anniversary theatrical re-release of Episode III, nostalgia hit hyperspace speeds. Memes, tweets, reaction videos—you name it. Everyone wanted to…
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes – Crimes Against the Republic Era Battle Requirements Revealed
Grab your Temple Guard and warm up that Relic 9 Mace Windu—things are about to get very Jedi Order around here. The upcoming Crimes Against the Republic Era Battle is the latest challenge in Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes, and while the in-game event details were originally, well… slightly off, the devs have released the correct requirements—and they’re no joke. Whether you’re a collector, strategist, or just someone who hoarded Jedi for no good reason, now’s the time to prep your team. Let’s take a lightsaber-sharp dive into what you’ll need to bring the Republic’s enemies to justice (or at least to the loading screen of Tier 7). 🛑 First, a Note on the In-Game Confusion As of now, the in-game event info is inaccurate—but fear not. The EA forums have published the real requirements, and they’ll be corrected in a future patch. So don’t waste time leveling up Jawas…
Star Wars: Jedi Knights #4 Preview – The Phaedra Gambit Begins
If you thought Jedi diplomacy was all peace and calm, think again. Star Wars: Jedi Knights #4 drops us right into the galaxy’s most chaotic crime caper yet—featuring criminal masterminds, bounty hunters, stolen credits, and yes, a Hutt-sized problem. The new issue ramps up the tension in “The Phaedra Gambit,” and the result is part Jedi thriller, part galactic dodgeball match, and all classic Star Wars. You can pre-order Jedi Knights #4 on Amazon here while avoiding the wrath of a Hutt yourself. Qui-Gon, Shaak Ti & Jedi Banking Drama (Yes, That’s a Thing) It’s not all swinging lightsabers and mind tricks. This time, the Jedi are knee-deep in financial chaos. The Galactic Bank of Coruscant has been hit, and the fallout reveals that Senator Bea has been doing some “creative investing” on behalf of less-than-legal clients. The Jedi—specifically Master Qui-Gon Jinn and Shaak Ti—are brought in not to fight,…
Star Wars: The High Republic – Fear of the Jedi #5 Preview
The Jedi are back in action—well, sort of. Fear of the Jedi #5 is dropping like a Vektor out of hyperspace, and it’s as intense, eerie, and absolutely bonkers as you’d expect from the latest installment in Marvel’s High Republic series. The Republic is cornered, the Nihil are wreaking havoc, and something gigantic (and possibly psychic) is floating in space like your worst fever dream made real. Order your copy now on Amazon and buckle up for a Force-filled mind-bender. A Battle Above Eriadu and a Nightmare Below the Surface The opening crawl of issue #5 wastes no time reminding us that Keeve Trennis and the Stormwall Defense Fleet are having a very bad day. The frontier planet Eriadu is the stage for a massive clash between the Jedi and the Nihil. Except there’s more than just lasers flying—there are psychic hallucinations, a creepy Child of the Storm, and something…
SWG:Legends Friday Feature – Dathomir: Witches Apart
Dathomir: The name alone could give your average galactic citizen a nervous twitch. It’s the kind of place where the spiders are bigger than your speeder, the locals don’t trust you, and if a rancor isn’t chasing you… you’re probably already dead. Welcome to the harsh, haunted, and hormone-powered battleground of SWG:Legends’ latest Friday Feature: Dathomir – Witches Apart. This latest content spotlight dives deep into the mid-to-late stages of the Dathomir themepark, where your early diplomacy with either the Singing Mountain Clan or the Nightsisters takes a turn into something much more intense. If you’re the kind of player who enjoys high-stakes storytelling, group boss fights, and the chance to buy decorative banners from terrifying space witches, this is your moment. You can check out the full feature post on the official SWG:Legends forums here. When Witches Wage War Once you’ve chosen a side—Nightsisters or Singing Mountain Clan—it’s not…
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes Kit Reveal – Temple Guard Joins the Jedi Vanguard
The Force is getting an armor upgrade in Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes, as the Temple Guard officially joins the holotable lineup. You know things are getting serious when an unnamed, mask-wearing Jedi drops into the fight looking like he’s ready to block every blaster bolt in the galaxy. This character may not have a face—or a name—but his kit screams “I will stand here and get hit… and like it.” So, what’s the deal with this shiny new light side tank in the Jedi Vanguard squad? And why is Patience… Is A Virtue suddenly the coolest name for a unique ability we’ve heard this year? Let’s dig into the stats, abilities, strategy, and all the fun details about the Temple Guard’s kit, now live on the official Galaxy of Heroes Game Info Hub. The Basics: Who Is the Temple Guard? Technically, the Temple Guard isn’t a specific named character…
SWTOR Game Update 7.7 “Dynamic Worlds” Patch Notes – The Ultimate Breakdown
Patch notes aren’t usually thrilling. They’re often walls of text that make most eyes glaze over faster than a Jedi mind trick. But SWTOR Update 7.7? This one’s got substance, sparkle, and space drama. The “Dynamic Worlds” update brings some of the most impactful changes the game has seen in recent memory—and yes, we combed through the whole thing so you don’t have to. Whether you’re chasing high-end gear, PvPing in style, or just wondering why your companion finally resummons properly, here’s everything you need to know from the official Game Update 7.7 Patch Notes. Dynamic Encounters Expanded: More Planets, More Mayhem The Dynamic Encounters system that debuted in 7.6 is back—but this time it’s expanding its galactic footprint. Update 7.7 adds encounters to: These spontaneous events now pop up across more starter and capital worlds, bringing a layer of chaos (and loot) to otherwise familiar territories. Bug fixes have…
SWTOR Game Update 7.7 “Dynamic Worlds” Is Live – Here’s Everything You Need to Know
The latest galactic shakeup in Star Wars: The Old Republic has landed, and it’s not pulling any punches. Game Update 7.7, “Dynamic Worlds,” is now live, and it’s bringing a hyperspace-load of new features, content, and tweaks to shake up your journey through the galaxy. Whether you’re slicing your way through enemies on Tython or trying to win some high-stakes PvP duels on Onderon, there’s something in this patch for every class, faction, and credit-hungry adventurer. Let’s unpack everything from the new dynamic encounters to the latest PvP season, and find out why this might be one of the most ambitious updates in recent SWTOR history. New Dynamic Encounters: More Planets, More Problems (in a Good Way) Dynamic Encounters were introduced in Update 7.6, but 7.7 takes the system to new heights. These are spontaneous, immersive events designed to pull you into the action as you explore the galaxy. Previously…
Fortnite Death Star Sabotage Live Event: Start Time, Rewards & How to Watch the Epic Star Wars Finale
This is not a drill. The Death Star is back, Emperor Palpatine’s finger is hovering ominously over the superlaser button, and Fortnite is throwing you straight into the blast zone. The Fortnite Death Star Sabotage Live Event is ready to detonate the end of the current season in proper cinematic chaos—and you’re invited to sabotage the Empire one last time. Whether you’re here for the lasers, the loot, or just want to watch Darth Jar Jar become a thing (yes, really), here’s everything you need to know. 🚀 When Is the Fortnite Death Star Sabotage Event? Save the date: Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 11:00 AM PT. That’s when the in-game galactic showdown officially kicks off. For players in other time zones: To ensure you’re not loading in just as everything explodes, early access starts at 9:00 AM PT. This gives you two solid hours to gear up, squad up,…
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Was Announced 3 Years Ago Today – Here’s Why That Teaser Still Hits
It’s been exactly three years since Star Wars Jedi: Survivor was officially announced, and yes—there was a teaser. And no, people have not stopped dissecting it frame by frame since. June 27, 2022, marked the day Cal Kestis officially returned to the spotlight, moody cloak and all, and dropped a teaser trailer that managed to answer zero questions and spark about a hundred more. Whether you first saw it while stress-refreshing your YouTube feed or stumbling across it mid-scroll, the announcement trailer for Jedi: Survivor hit differently. It wasn’t just a sequel reveal—it was a signal that Star Wars single-player storytelling was alive, well, and carrying a blue lightsaber. A Teaser Cloaked in Mystery (and a Whole Lot of Sand) When Respawn and EA dropped the teaser, expectations were already sky-high. Jedi: Fallen Order had set a new gold standard for narrative-driven Star Wars games, and everyone wanted to know…
Galactic Seasons Ranked: SWTOR’s First 7 Seasons from Space Gold to Galactic Meh
Galactic Seasons have become a core part of the Star Wars: The Old Republic ecosystem. For over four years now, they’ve offered players a structured way to earn rewards, explore new companions, and sometimes even question why they bothered unlocking yet another set of bug-themed armor. With Season 8 in full swing, it feels like the perfect time to reflect—with humor, honesty, and a pinch of nostalgia—on how the first seven seasons stack up. #1 – Galactic Season 5: Confidence in Power Season 5 took a bold turn by removing the companion reward entirely, and surprisingly, it worked. The small KOTOR-style side story was charming, funny, and repayable, even without voice acting. And the Loth-cat kitten may not have been game-breaking, but it did steal hearts. The Armasaur mount, the fleet-wide rep tokens, and some stylish armor pieces (even if you only wore half the set) sealed the deal. This…
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker #4 – The Comic Adaptation Strikes Back (With Better Dialogue)
Marvel’s adaptation of The Rise of Skywalker is cruising toward its finale, and issue #4 just dropped like a Force vision you didn’t see coming. If you’ve ever wanted a clearer, more visually dramatic version of Episode IX—with fewer “somehows” and more focused storytelling—this comic continues to be a surprisingly good time. And thanks to Marvel’s preview pages, we’ve got a front-row seat to the emotional confrontations and lightsaber duels that made the movie such a wild ride… only now, there’s more nuance, better pacing, and actual inner thoughts from our heroes (imagine that!). What Happens in Issue #4? Let’s talk about the preview first: This issue centers on two parallel arcs—the grounded emotional goodbye between General Leia Organa and Maz Kanata, and the ferocious lightsaber battle between Rey and Kylo Ren on the wreckage of the Death Star. The opening pages take us to Ajan Kloss, “Yesterday,” where Leia…
Star Wars Battlefront 3 Fan Cover Art Is So Good, It Might Break the Internet
Let’s be honest—mention Battlefront III to any Star Wars gamer, and you’ll get a cocktail of hope, heartbreak, and “please, just one more sequel.” While EA hasn’t dropped the official announcement (yet), the community isn’t waiting around. Case in point: a jaw-dropping fan-made Star Wars Battlefront III cover has landed, and it looks like it walked right out of a developer’s dreams and straight into hyperspace. Shared on Reddit’s StarWarsBattlefront community, this masterpiece is a three-way collaboration between Venture_Pictures, TilianCreative, and Guiillegfx. And if you’re wondering whether it’s worth the hype—yes. Yes, it is. A Visual Breakdown: The Fan Art That Launched a Thousand “We Need Battlefront 3” Comments First off, this thing looks official. We’re talking cinematic quality, layered composition, and an aesthetic that screams “buy me in deluxe edition.” At the center, towering over it all, stands The Mandalorian, looking every bit the icon we know him to…
Andor Season 2: A Galactic Emmy Push with 23 Nominations
It’s official—Andor Season 2 is making waves beyond the galaxy far, far away. The critically acclaimed Star Wars prequel series has submitted itself for Emmy consideration in an impressive 23 categories. That’s right, Disney+ isn’t holding back with its Emmy campaign, showing massive confidence in the show’s artistic and technical merits. After the first season’s solid eight Emmy nominations, the leap to 23 categories signals that Andor Season 2 has truly evolved into a powerhouse drama that commands attention from television’s most prestigious awards body. So let’s take a deep dive into why Andor Season 2 is generating such buzz in the Emmy race—and why it deserves every bit of it. Directing and Writing: Crafting a Masterpiece When it comes to storytelling, Andor Season 2 has truly raised the bar. The Emmy submissions highlight this with nods for both Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series and Outstanding Writing for a…
🚨 Star Wars Battlefront II Shatters Its All-Time Player Record on Steam
Well, it finally happened. Nearly eight years after its launch and several years after development support ended, Star Wars Battlefront II just pulled a full Anakin—burned its past mistakes and came back stronger. As of May 23, 2025, the game has officially broken its all-time peak player count on Steam, hitting an eye-watering 10,564 concurrent players. Not bad for a game that launched in 2017 to the sound of loot boxes, lawsuits, and community-wide screaming into the void. Now? It’s on top of the charts, with a full-blown second life. So how did we get here? What caused this galactic glow-up? Let’s dive into the reasons behind Battlefront II’s sudden, record-breaking renaissance. 🌌 May the 4th Be With Everyone (And Their Download Buttons) First off: May the 4th. The one day a year when the internet collectively screams “Hello there” and Disney reminds you of how many things it owns….
Mayhem Management: Galaxy of Heroes Hotfix 5-22-2025 Arrives
It’s another day in the digital galaxy, which means another Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes hotfix has dropped—this time on May 22, 2025—and Scorch is officially back on protocol. Mostly. Sort of. This latest patch gives Scorch’s Unique Zeta ability a subtle-but-significant buff while tackling some tricky bugs that had the clone trooper eating more True Damage than a tauntaun in a Hoth snowstorm. It’s not a game-changer for everyone, but for those keeping an eye on GL meta balance and clone synergy, there’s a lot packed into this bite-sized update. Let’s dive into the update notes and see what got scorched. Scorch’s “Following Protocol” Zeta Just Got Meaner (But Smarter) The biggest headline from Hotfix 5-22-2025 is a Zeta upgrade for Scorch’s Following Protocol Unique ability. Here’s the new flavor text for the added Zeta effect: If there are no Galactic Legend enemies: At the start of each encounter,…
Six Years of Star Wars: Vader Immortal – Episode I: How a VR Sith Lord Changed the Galaxy
It’s Been Six Years Since Darth Vader Reached Out and Almost Force-Choked You in VR Time flies when you’re deflecting blaster bolts with a virtual lightsaber. Today marks six years since Star Wars: Vader Immortal – Episode I was released, and honestly? We’re still not over it. Back in May 2019, ILMxLAB dropped players straight into the boots of a smuggler with a mysterious Force-sensitive lineage, handed them a lightsaber, and let them meet Darth Vader—face to (terrifying) face. It was ambitious, cinematic, and for many, it was the moment that VR went from “cool tech demo” to “this is the future of Star Wars storytelling.” Let’s take a walk down Mustafar memory lane. The Birth of a VR Experiment That Actually Worked Let’s be real: not every VR experience hits the mark. But Vader Immortal was different. Instead of focusing on arcade gimmicks or wave shooters, Episode I set…
Rian Johnson: From Jedi Battles to Knives Out Clues
There’s surviving a Star Wars fan war—and then there’s thriving through it while writing your next hit murder mystery in a bathrobe. Rian Johnson, the director who divided the galaxy with The Last Jedi, sat down with The Independent and, as always, brought his blend of intellect, charm, and just enough self-deprecating humor to remind us why he’s still one of the most interesting creatives in Hollywood. In case you missed it: yes, Johnson’s Star Wars trilogy is still technically in development. No, there are no confirmed release dates. And yes, he still very much cares about the franchise, even if portions of the internet continue to wield pitchforks over Luke Skywalker’s moody hermit phase. Star Wars: The Great Fan War (Episode ∞) Let’s address the nerf-herder in the room: The Last Jedi. Johnson, ever the diplomat, likens the franchise’s heated history to actual world wars. “We experienced our own,”…
Andor Season 2 Just Set an IMDb Record—And Yes, It Deserves It
Move over, Baby Yoda—there’s a new champion in town, and his name is Andor. The second season of the critically acclaimed Star Wars series has just pulled off a galactic flex that no other TV show—not even the internet’s beloved Severance or The Last of Us—has ever achieved. Let’s say it together: five consecutive episodes with IMDb scores of 9.5 or higher. Yes, Andor Season 2 has become the first television series in IMDb history to land that kind of praise across five back-to-back episodes. That’s not just good—it’s hyperspace good. What Just Happened? According to IMDb user ratings, Andor’s final stretch of Season 2 is basically flawless. Here’s how the numbers stack up: That’s a hall-of-fame lineup if we’ve ever seen one. These aren’t just respectable scores—these are the kind of ratings that make other prestige shows look like they’re phoning it in from the Outer Rim. Breaking the…
Why Jyn Erso Didn’t Show Up in Andor — Tony Gilroy Explains the Real Reason
Jyn Erso and Cassian Andor. The power duo that stole the Death Star plans and went out in a literal blaze of glory. So, naturally, when Andor premiered on Disney+ and promised to explore the early days of Cassian’s rebellion, many expected—or at least quietly hoped—to see the return of Jyn Erso. Spoiler alert: She never shows up. And it’s not because she’s on a secret mission, or in carbonite, or off doing a Rogue One prequel to the prequel. Nope. The reason is a lot simpler—and it comes straight from showrunner Tony Gilroy himself. The Temptation of the Cameo You’d think that bringing back Jyn Erso would be a no-brainer. She’s Cassian’s co-hero, after all. Their story in Rogue One is tragic, bold, and deeply connected to the birth of the Rebel Alliance. So why not throw in a cheeky cameo? Tony Gilroy addressed this in a recent interview,…
Is Earth Canon in Star Wars? A Deep Dive into a Galaxy (Not So) Far, Far Away
One of the more curious questions for Star Wars enthusiasts isn’t just about lightsaber colors or which Sith Lord is the most powerful—it’s whether Earth is canon in Star Wars. Before you picture Darth Vader ordering a frappuccino at your local Starbucks, let’s break down what “canon” means in the Star Wars universe and whether Earth has ever officially made an appearance. Understanding Star Wars Canon vs. Legends First, let’s clarify the galaxy-sized elephant in the room. In Star Wars terms, “canon” refers to the official storyline recognized by Lucasfilm and Disney. This includes the nine main saga films, spin-offs like Rogue One and Solo, animated series such as The Clone Wars and Rebels, and all Disney-era novels and comics. Everything else—like Knights of the Old Republic or the Heir to the Empire trilogy—falls under “Legends,” which is basically Lucasfilm’s way of saying, We love it, but it’s not part…
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes – SM-33 Kit Reveal: Breaking Down the Newest Droid Addition
The Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes universe just got a bit more dangerous. SM-33, the latest addition to the game’s roster, has been officially revealed, and it’s safe to say this droid is bringing the heat—literally. SM-33 introduces the long-awaited Pirate faction to the game, serving as a lifter for a powerful upcoming unit. If you thought Hondo Ohnaka was the only pirate worth his salt, think again. Meet SM-33: The Pirate Enforcer Droid SM-33 is a Dark Side Attacker categorized under Droid, Pirate, and Scoundrel. This droid isn’t just here to look shiny; it’s designed to punish anyone who dares to attack its Pirate Leader. With abilities focused on control, damage over time, and retribution, SM-33 is a force to be reckoned with. Inspired by its appearance in Skeleton Crew, SM-33 acts as the loyal protector of the Captain of the Onyx Cinder. Its kit reflects this loyalty, dishing…