Some careers don’t just age well—they become part of the culture. Harrison Ford’s is one of them. The Screen Actors Guild has officially confirmed that Ford will receive the SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award, the guild’s highest honor for an actor, recognizing a body of work that helped define modern blockbuster cinema. This isn’t a legacy award handed out lightly. It’s the actors’ union tipping its hat to one of its own, and to a career that has quietly shaped generations of filmgoers. What was announced, and why it matters SAG-AFTRA has named Harrison Ford as the next recipient of its Life Achievement Award, an honor reserved for performers whose careers embody excellence, longevity, and impact within the industry. The award is decided by fellow actors, which gives it a particular weight. This isn’t about box office math or studio branding. It’s peer recognition for decades of work that still resonates….
Author: Matt "ObiWaN" Hansen
On This Day in Battlefront: The Rise of Skywalker Update Landed 6 Years Ago
Six years ago today, Star Wars Battlefront II (2017) received one of its final and most memorable updates: The Rise of Skywalker Update. And for many players, this was the moment Battlefront II truly felt complete. It wasn’t just a content drop. It was a statement. After a long, sometimes bumpy journey, DICE delivered an update packed with new locations, reinforcements, cosmetics, and quality-of-life changes that showed how far the game had come since launch. A New Battlefield: Ajan Kloss The headline addition was Ajan Kloss, the jungle planet introduced in The Rise of Skywalker. Dropping players into dense foliage and Resistance bases, the map instantly became a favorite for its verticality and close-quarters chaos. It felt cinematic without being overwhelming, and it fit seamlessly into Battlefront II’s expanding map roster—especially for fans who wanted the sequel trilogy to feel fully represented. Four New Reinforcements Join the Fight The update…
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes Datacron Issue Explained — Rollbacks, Hotfixes, and a Massive Make-Good Incoming
If your Datacrons felt like they went through a few too many hyperspace jumps this week, you’re not imagining it. Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes has run into a significant Datacron issue tied to the recent update aimed at fixing the overpowered Attacker-affix Datacrons — and the fallout has been messy enough that Capital Games is now hitting the reset button. The good news? A rollback is coming.The better news? So is a very generous pile of compensation. Here’s what’s happening, what’s changing, and what you should (and shouldn’t) do right now. What Went Wrong With the Datacrons? Wednesday’s update was supposed to rein in overpowered Attacker-affix Datacrons, particularly within the Pillars of War set. While the bug that caused AoE attacks to deal far more damage than intended was addressed, the fix introduced new problems. Most notably, affected players were not granted enough resources to restore their Datacrons to…
Disney’s 2026 Slate Confirms Two New Star Wars Shows — And They Couldn’t Be More Different
Disney has quietly updated its 2026 release slate, and tucked inside it are two brand-new Star Wars series that say a lot about where the galaxy is headed next. On one end: a dark, character-driven story led by one of Star Wars’ most dangerous villains.On the other: a visionary anime-style continuation of one of Star Wars: Visions’ most beloved shorts. Meet your future watchlist additions: Same universe. Completely different vibes. Maul – Shadow Lord: The Galaxy’s Angriest Survivor Returns If you thought Darth Maul’s story was done, Star Wars would like a word. Maul – Shadow Lord is set to explore the criminal underworld side of the galaxy—an area Maul knows very well. This isn’t about Sith empires or galactic domination. It’s about power in the shadows, manipulation, and survival after everything you believed in collapses. Maul has always been at his most interesting when he’s angry, broken, and scheming,…
Remembering Jeremy Bulloch: The Man Behind Boba Fett, Five Years On
Five years ago today, Jeremy Bulloch, the original actor who brought Boba Fett to life, passed away. And somehow, the galaxy still feels a little quieter without him. In a franchise filled with Jedi prophecies, space battles, and epic monologues, Bulloch became a legend by doing something radically different: almost nothing at all. No speeches. No dramatic backstory. Just presence, posture, and a jetpack that said, you should probably be afraid of this guy. The Bounty Hunter Who Didn’t Need Lines When Jeremy Bulloch first appeared as Boba Fett in The Empire Strikes Back (1980), the character had very little screen time and even fewer lines. Yet somehow, Boba Fett immediately stood out. That wasn’t an accident. Bulloch infused Fett with a quiet confidence that made him feel dangerous even when standing perfectly still. His movements were deliberate. His body language told a story. And in a saga where villains…
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes – Update 12-17 Breakdown (Datacrons, Make Goods, and a Small Oops)
Another day, another Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes update—and this one comes with a mix of welcome compensation, balance fixes, and a Datacron situation that’s… still loading. Here’s the clear, no-nonsense breakdown of Update 12-17, what changed, and why you should probably check your inbox (and your Datacrons) before jumping back into combat. 5,000 Era Currency Has Been Granted (Yes, Really) Let’s start with the good news: 5,000 Era Currency has now been granted to all affected accounts as part of the previously announced make good. If you were impacted by the earlier issues, this compensation should already be sitting in your inbox, quietly judging you for how fast you’re going to spend it. This is tied to the earlier situation explained in the official make-good update, so if you were waiting for the follow-through—this is it. Episode Pass Text Cleanup (Goodbye, Galactic Challenges) The Episode Pass description has been…
Ahsoka Season 2 Missing From Disney’s 2026 Slate — What It Could Mean
A surprising update has caught the attention of Star Wars fans: Ahsoka Season 2 is not included on Disney’s updated release slate for 2026. While this could simply be an oversight, it has also sparked speculation that the series may not arrive until 2027. At the moment, Disney has not commented on the omission — leaving fans to read between the lines. Why Ahsoka Season 2 Was Expected in 2026 Following the success of Ahsoka Season 1, many assumed the second season would land sometime in 2026. The show quickly became one of Disney+’s most discussed Star Wars series, continuing threads from The Mandalorian era while expanding the galaxy’s mythology in bold directions. Given typical production timelines and prior expectations, a 2026 release felt reasonable — which makes its absence from the current slate stand out. Two Possible Explanations 1. It Could Be a Simple Oversight Release slates are often…
Star Wars Outlaws Hits Its Lowest Price Ever on Xbox and PC
If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to jump into Star Wars Outlaws, this might be it. The open-world Star Wars adventure is currently available at its lowest price ever on Xbox and Steam, with an even deeper discount offered through Ubisoft Connect when using the HOLIDAY promo code. The sale runs for a limited time, ending in early January. For a game built around exploration, freedom, and life on the edge of the galaxy, the timing couldn’t be better. A Different Kind of Star Wars Story Unlike traditional Jedi-focused Star Wars games, Outlaws puts players in the role of Kay Vess, a scoundrel navigating the criminal underworld alongside her companion Nix and droid ND-5. Set between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, the game leans heavily into: It’s Star Wars seen from ground level — messy, dangerous, and morally flexible. A Multi-Open-World Galaxy Rather than…
What Happened to Star Wars: Squadrons?
When Star Wars: Squadrons launched in 2020, it felt like a minor miracle. A focused, cockpit-only Star Wars space combat game. No live-service roadmap. No endless grind. Just starfighters, immersion, and a clear design vision. And then — almost as quickly as it arrived — it was gone. So what actually happened to Star Wars: Squadrons? A Game That Knew Exactly What It Wanted to Be Developed by Motive Studio, Star Wars: Squadrons was intentionally designed as a complete experience at launch. EA and Motive were unusually clear about this from the start: At release, that approach was refreshing. The game delivered: For fans of classic X-Wing and TIE Fighter, it felt like Star Wars returning to its roots. Strong Launch, Limited Longevity Initial reception was largely positive. Players praised the flight model, immersion, and respect for Star Wars dogfighting. But the same focus that made Squadrons special also limited…
New Plot Details Reveal the Core Story of The Mandalorian and Grogu
A new plot description for The Mandalorian and Grogu offers the clearest picture yet of where the story is heading — and it firmly places the film at a pivotal moment in the Star Wars timeline. According to the newly revealed description, the galaxy is still dealing with the aftermath of the Empire’s collapse. Imperial warlords remain scattered across the stars, while the fledgling New Republic struggles to maintain order and protect everything the Rebellion fought to achieve. In the middle of that chaos stand Din Djarin and Grogu, drawn back into the conflict as unlikely but essential allies. A Galaxy Still Picking Up the Pieces Rather than jumping ahead to a stable era of peace, The Mandalorian and Grogu appears to lean into the uneasy transition period following the fall of the Empire. The presence of roaming Imperial warlords suggests a fragmented enemy — dangerous not because of unity,…
Mark Hamill Reveals His Favorite Star Wars Quote — And It’s Not What You’d Expect
After more than four decades in a galaxy far, far away, Mark Hamill has delivered countless iconic lines as Luke Skywalker. But when asked to name his favorite Star Wars quote of all time, Hamill didn’t choose something heroic, philosophical, or Force-related. Instead, he picked a line that quietly runs through almost every Star Wars film. “My favorite from the space movies was, ‘I have a very bad feeling about this.’And they gave it to a character in every movie—somebody else said it!” It’s a choice that says a lot about Star Wars — and about Hamill’s affection for the saga’s shared traditions. A Line That Became a Tradition “I have a very bad feeling about this” isn’t tied to one character, one trilogy, or even one era. It’s a recurring phrase that has appeared across the original trilogy, the prequels, the sequels, animated series, and beyond. Sometimes it’s delivered…
Star Wars: Galactic Racer Announced — A New Racing Game Is Coming in 2026
Star Wars is officially heading back to the fast lane. A brand-new racing game titled Star Wars: Galactic Racer has been announced, with a confirmed 2026 release window. After years of fans asking whether Star Wars would ever return to high-speed racing gameplay, the answer is finally yes—and this time, it’s going galactic. What Is Star Wars: Galactic Racer? Unlike classic podracing titles that focused on a single sport or era, Star Wars: Galactic Racer is being positioned as a galaxy-spanning racing experience. The emphasis appears to be on high-stakes competition across the Outer Rim, with dangerous tracks, outlaw racers, and escalating risk-and-reward mechanics. Early descriptions point toward a runs-based structure, where races aren’t just about finishing first—they’re about survival, momentum, and pushing your luck. Lose everything, or escape with massive winnings. It’s a racing game built around tension, not just lap times. Not Just Podracing While the word Racer…
Harrison Ford on Han Solo as a Force Ghost: “I Have No F*ing Idea — And I Don’t Care”**
Few actors embrace their chaotic relationship with Star Wars quite like Harrison Ford. Whether he’s joking about wanting Han Solo killed off in 1983 or pretending not to know who “the kid with the light-up sword” is, Ford has always been delightfully Ford about the galaxy far, far away. So when fans began debating whether Han Solo’s appearance in The Rise of Skywalker was meant to be a Force ghost, Ford offered the most Harrison Ford possible response: “I have no f*ing idea what a Force ghost is. And I don’t care.”** And honestly? It’s perfect. The world of Star Wars loves its deep lore—Force ghosts, dyads, wills of the Force, ancient prophecies—but Ford has never been the kind of actor to obsess over metaphysics. His return in the final film wasn’t about canon mechanics. It was about giving closure to the complicated relationship between Han and his son, Ben…
Disney Invests $1 Billion in OpenAI: A Game-Changer for AI, Entertainment, and Fan-Created Content
In a move that sent shockwaves through both Silicon Valley and Hollywood, The Walt Disney Company has officially signed a multi-year partnership with OpenAI and committed a $1 billion equity investment into the company. This partnership marks one of the boldest technological pivots Disney has made in decades — and the implications for storytelling, content creation, and fan engagement are massive. According to both companies, this three-year agreement isn’t just about money. It’s about redefining how some of the world’s most iconic characters and stories can be experienced in the age of generative AI. 👉 Official OpenAI announcement 👉 Official Disney announcement A $1 Billion Bet on the Future of Creativity Disney’s investment secures it as a major partner in OpenAI’s next era of AI products, signaling that the entertainment giant intends to be on the front lines of generative technology rather than reacting to it from the sidelines. This…
A New Record: Tom Jung’s Original Star Wars Painting Sells for $3.875 Million
The Force is strong… with the art market.A new record has officially been set for the most expensive Star Wars item ever sold, and it didn’t come from a prop vault, a film set, or George Lucas’s personal closet. Instead, the crown now belongs to an original 1977 poster painting by legendary illustrator Tom Jung — the very same artwork that helped introduce Star Wars to the world. The hammer price?A jaw-dropping $3.875 million. That’s right. A single painting has now out-sold every lightsaber, helmet, model, costume, script, or production relic ever brought to auction. The Painting That Launched a Galaxy If you’re a Star Wars fan, you know this artwork — even if you don’t know the name behind it. Tom Jung’s painting became the iconic “Style A” poster for Star Wars (1977). It’s the one with: This wasn’t just marketing.It was myth-making. Jung’s work set the tone for…
Ahsoka Season 2 Will Pick Up Immediately After Season 1 — No Time Jump, No Delay, All Momentum
If you’ve been wondering whether Ahsoka Season 2 would leap ahead in time — surprise! It won’t.According to Star Wars Insider #235, the second season will pick up exactly where Season 1 left off, meaning no skipped months, years, or off-screen developments. And honestly? That might be the best thing that could’ve happened for this series. Because Season 1 didn’t end quietly. It ended with: If Lucasfilm had jumped ahead, we would’ve missed far too much. Why No Time Jump Is a Big Deal for Star Wars Star Wars loves a good time jump — it’s practically tradition. But Ahsoka isn’t playing by the usual rules, and keeping Season 2’s timeline continuous has some huge storytelling advantages: 1. Zero Lost Emotion Season 1 left Ahsoka, Sabine, and Ezra in wildly different emotional states.Picking up immediately means we get to actually feel the fallout: Skipping forward would’ve robbed those moments of…
Genevieve O’Reilly’s Mon Mothma Named One of the Best TV Performances of 2025 by Vulture
If Andor Season 1 belonged to Cassian, Season 2 unquestionably belonged to Senator Mon Mothma — and Vulture just made that official by naming Genevieve O’Reilly’s performance one of the best TV performances of 2025. Honestly? It’s about time the wider world caught up to what Star Wars fans have been yelling about since Episode 1. And yes, Vulture didn’t hold back. They straight-up said: “Emmy voters should be embarrassed until the end of time for failing to nominate any of Andor’s ensemble.” Throw the whole awards show in the trash and start over — that’s the energy. A Masterclass in Political Horror While Season 1 tracked Cassian’s transformation from drifter to revolutionary weapon, Andor Season 2 shifted focus. It handed its sharpest political blade to Mon Mothma — and Genevieve O’Reilly carved out one of the best character arcs in modern Star Wars. She begins the season composed, elegant,…
Elizabeth Dulau Named One of 2025’s Breakout Performers for Her Role as Kleya in Andor Season 2
Andor has never been a show that wastes a second of screen time, a line of dialogue, or—most importantly—a performance. So it feels more than fitting that IndieWire has officially named Elizabeth Dulau one of the breakout film and television performers of 2025 for her staggering work as Kleya Marki in Andor Season 2. If you thought Kleya was just Luthen’s shop assistant back in Season 1, Season 2 made it abundantly clear: she’s one of the rebellion’s sharpest minds, coldest operators, and most quietly devastating emotional centers. And Dulau delivers all of it with a level of control that borders on magic. A Handler, a Spy, a Strategist — and a Show-Stealer IndieWire summed it up perfectly: “It’s enough of an ask for an actor to be the force that keeps Stellan Skarsgård in line. Elizabeth Dulau did that job admirably in Andor Season 1.” Let’s pause there, because…
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes Issues Compensation for All Players After Anniversary & Coliseum Problems
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes just hit its massive 10-year anniversary, launched its long-awaited Coliseum feature… and then, well — things got messy. Over the past few weeks, players have run into crashes, bugs, broken interactions, and general Holotable chaos. Enough issues, in fact, that Capital Games has now stepped forward with a major compensation package to make things right. If you’ve been frustrated, you’re definitely not alone — and the good news is that everyone level 20 and up is getting rewarded. Here’s everything you need to know. A Rough Anniversary, But a Meaningful Response The devs openly acknowledged the problems in their announcement, stating that the recent wave of bugs “resulted in a poor gameplay experience” — especially during what was supposed to be a celebratory period for longtime SWGOH fans. To make up for the instability, they’re issuing compensation to the entire player base (as long as…
Shadow of Revan Turns 11: Celebrating One of SWTOR’s Most Iconic Expansions
On December 9, 2014, Star Wars: The Old Republic dropped one of its most beloved expansions — Shadow of Revan — and changed the game forever.Yes, it’s officially been 11 years since Revan returned to the spotlight, raised an army, and delivered one of the most quotable threats in the entire SWTOR storyline: “War is coming. Conflict on a scale we’ve never seen. Revan has forged an army with a single purpose — to change the galaxy forever. Empire. Republic. We must unite, or fall.” And honestly? Eleven years later, that line still hits just as hard. Why Shadow of Revan Stands Out In the long history of SWTOR, Shadow of Revan wasn’t just another expansion. It was a pivot — a story that connected Knights of the Old Republic, SWTOR’s evolving narrative, and the larger mythos of Revan into one huge, dramatic arc. Players got: It was the moment…
Lucasfilm Games Announces a New Star Wars Digital Collectible Card Game for PC & Mobile
Move over sabacc — a new card game is coming to the galaxy far, far away. Lucasfilm Games has officially teamed up with Zero36 Studio and CCG Lab to create a brand-new digital collectible Star Wars card game launching on Android, iOS, and PC. If you’ve ever wanted to command a deck full of Sith Lords, bounty hunters, Jedi, smugglers, or whatever strange thing is living in Jabba’s basement… your moment may finally be here. And honestly? It’s about time the franchise dipped back into competitive card gaming — but with a modern twist this round. A New Way to Play Star Wars The goal of the new project is simple: take the strategy, tension, and lore of a traditional collectible card game (CCG), mix it with characters spanning the entire franchise, and wrap it all in an accessible digital package. According to the developers, the game aims to be…
Diego Luna Becomes the First Star Wars Actor Nominated for a Golden Globe Since Sir Alec Guinness
Every so often, Star Wars makes history in a way that doesn’t involve box-office records, new shows, or surprise cameos. Today, it’s something far rarer — and honestly, long overdue. Diego Luna has become the first actor since Sir Alec Guinness in 1977 to receive a Golden Globe nomination for a performance in a Star Wars project. Yes.It has been that long. Not since Guinness was nominated for his legendary portrayal of Obi-Wan Kenobi in the original Star Wars (later retitled A New Hope) has an actor from this galaxy far, far away been recognized in one of Hollywood’s biggest awards shows. Now Diego Luna has done it — and it’s thanks to Andor, one of the most critically acclaimed Star Wars stories ever put on screen. A Historic Nomination Decades in the Making Let’s put this into perspective. Since 1977, Star Wars has produced: And yet no actor from…
A 1993 Contract Might Rewrite Star Wars History — And Change Hollywood Forever
Star Wars is no stranger to drama, but this time the conflict isn’t happening in a galaxy far, far away. It’s happening in a courtroom — and the ripple effects could change the way Hollywood handles digital likenesses forever. The headline?A 1993 contract involving the likeness rights of Peter Cushing — Grand Moff Tarkin himself — has resurfaced, and it’s raising big questions about how Lucasfilm and Disney can legally use digitally recreated actors. And yes, this could rewrite more than Star Wars history. The Legal Twist No One Saw Coming The story revolves around Rogue One (2016), where filmmakers digitally recreated Tarkin using CGI. The performance was impressive, controversial, and apparently… not entirely settled legally. According to reporting, a 1993 agreement may give the actor’s estate more control over the use of his likeness than previously assumed. The contract is now being dissected in a London court, with lawyers…
On This Day in Star Wars History: KOTOR II – The Sith Lords Released in 2004
Some anniversaries hit harder than others, and this one lands like a perfectly timed Force lightning strike:Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II – The Sith Lords released on this day back in 2004. Yes.Two.Thousand.Four. If you suddenly feel the aging effects of a thousand years in stasis like Revan in a kolto tank… same. But let’s talk about why KOTOR II still matters — not just as a classic RPG, but as one of the boldest (and darkest) stories ever told in Star Wars video games. The Sequel That Refused to Play It Safe Following the genre-defining success of KOTOR, developer Obsidian Entertainment took on the enormous challenge of crafting a follow-up — but instead of repeating the same formula, they decided to swing for the philosophical fences. KOTOR II wasn’t just “another adventure.”It was the Star Wars equivalent of a late-night existential crisis. And it was glorious….