Forget lightsabers and Millennium Falcon blueprints—true power in the galaxy lies in mint-condition plastic. A Star Wars action figure originally priced at just £1.59 in 1983 just sold for a whopping £3,200 at Hansons Auctioneers, proving once again that nostalgia can pay better than bitcoin. The figure in question? The legendary, blink-and-you’ll-miss-him background alien Yak Face, aka Saelt-Marae, from Return of the Jedi. You might not remember him—but your wallet should. From Wellingborough Attic to Galactic Gold The Yak Face figure was part of a 15-piece Palitoy figure haul found in a Wellingborough loft, where they’d been gathering dust since the ‘80s. All still sealed. All complete with original price tags. Together, they hammered in at £6,880, blowing past pre-sale estimates and making a pretty strong case for never throwing away childhood toys. And yes, that £1.59 sticker was still on the Yak Face packaging—a fact that may have boosted…
Rumor Alert: Chris Evans May Be Headed to the Star Wars Galaxy—Possibly as a Villain
If you thought Chris Evans had retired his Disney card after hanging up the Captain America shield, think again. According to a fresh industry rumor, Evans might be blasting off to a galaxy far, far away—potentially playing a major role in an upcoming Star Wars film. And no, it’s not as a lightsaber-wielding good guy. The Rumor: Chris Evans Being “Eyed” for a Role The scoop comes from insider Daniel Richtman (aka DanielRPK), whose Patreon reports have a pretty solid hit rate when it comes to casting whispers. He claims Evans is “being eyed” for a role in a future Star Wars project currently in development by Lucasfilm. The strongest theory? Evans could be joining the cast of Star Wars: Starfighter, the still-secretive film directed by Shawn Levy and starring Ryan Gosling. And if the rumor mill is to be trusted, Evans isn’t being lined up to play a scruffy…
George Lucas Unveils Luke Skywalker’s Landspeeder and a Museum Fit for a Galaxy Far, Far Away
George Lucas made Comic-Con history this year—not by dropping a new trilogy, but by unveiling something far more real: a massive museum dedicated to narrative art, complete with Star Wars props, comic legends, and one unforgettable hunk of galactic junk—Luke Skywalker’s landspeeder. That’s right. The legendary creator of Star Wars made his first-ever appearance at San Diego Comic-Con 2025, and he didn’t come alone. Joined by Guillermo del Toro, Doug Chiang, and Queen Latifah (yes, really), Lucas offered an in-depth look at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, set to open in Los Angeles in 2026. A Museum That Treats Storytelling as Sacred Lucas called the museum “a temple to the people’s art”—and he wasn’t exaggerating. Sitting on 11 acres in Exposition Park, the 300,000 square-foot structure will house: If there was ever a museum that blurred the lines between pulp, pop, and prestige, this is it. A Landspeeder with…
Stormtrooper Helmet from A New Hope Sells for $256,000—Because Nostalgia Has No Price Limit
Blaster bolts might not hit their mark, but Star Wars collectibles? Bullseye—every time. At the Echoes from the Galaxy auction during San Diego Comic-Con 2025, one of the six surviving stormtrooper stunt helmets from Star Wars: A New Hope just sold for a staggering $256,000. That’s not a typo. That’s nearly a quarter million credits for a beat-up plastic bucket that once graced the sands of Tatooine. And honestly? Worth every galactic cent. What Makes This Stormtrooper Helmet So Special? We’re not talking about a replica from a fan cave in Nevada. This is screen-used, original trilogy, 1976 Shepperton Design Studios realness. Worn during filming in Tunisia, this helmet is a “stunt” version—meaning it wasn’t just for looks. It saw action. Sand. Heat. Probably some shouting from George Lucas. Here’s why it matters: It’s part film prop, part holy grail. The Collector Scene Strikes Back The sale speaks volumes about…
Anakin in Yoda’s Starfighter? The Skywalker Chaos Just Got an Upgrade
Some mods are subtle. This one is not. Anakin inside Yoda’s starfighter 2.0 for Star Wars: Battlefront II (2017) is exactly what it sounds like—and yet, it’s even better in practice. Because when you give the Chosen One access to the Grandmaster’s pint-sized space whip, you’re not just breaking canon—you’re doing it in style. 🔗 Download Anakin inside Yoda’s Starfighter 2.0 This is the kind of mod that makes you chuckle, then boot up Galactic Assault and absolutely dunk on the enemy team. Let’s unpack why this bizarre, brilliant mashup works surprisingly well. Wait, Anakin… in what? Yep. This mod puts full-size Anakin Skywalker inside Yoda’s tiny Delta-7B Aethersprite-class light interceptor—complete with cockpit tweaks and visual polish. It’s like watching a linebacker climb into a clown car, except that clown car has lasers and can do barrel rolls. And somehow, it works. The 2.0 update makes it even smoother, offering…
Star Wars Lofi Volume 5 Drops a Visualizer with Beachside Vibes and Rebellious Rhythms
Grab your headphones, kick back, and let the Force flow—because Star Wars Lofi Volume 5 just arrived, and it’s exactly the chill escape you didn’t know you needed. Lucasfilm’s official Star Wars Lofi series continues to remix the galaxy’s most iconic themes with a laid-back, beat-driven flair, and this volume brings in something extra special: a visualizer video featuring Cassian Andor at Niamos Beach. Yes, that Niamos. The one with the synth-soaked soundtrack, coconut-colored sands, and that one unforgettable scene where Cassian learns vacationing while being a rebel doesn’t exactly go as planned. Cassian Andor + Lo-Fi = Galactic Zen The visualizer’s star track, Cassian Andor at Niamos Beach, is performed by José “Choco” Reynoso—an LA-based jazz pianist and rising star in the Star Wars Lofi scene. He fuses ambient soundscapes and lo-fi hip-hop with echoing piano lines that mirror Andor’s internal conflict and solitude. The track blends diegetic elements…
The Phantom Gets a Parental Upgrade: BBFC Reclassifies Star Wars: Episode I
A long time ago, in a galaxy that apparently had more lenient film standards, The Phantom Menace earned itself a squeaky-clean Universal (U) rating in the UK. But in 2024, the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) looked back at the podracing, politics, and Darth Maul dismemberments—and decided: “Yeah, maybe not for unsupervised five-year-olds.” As of its 25th anniversary, Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace is officially rated PG in the United Kingdom. No new footage. No gritty reboot. Just a modern reassessment of a classic space opera under today’s classification guidelines. Because even in hyperspace, standards evolve. What Triggered the Rating Change? Let’s break it down: Sure, we’re not talking R-rated material here, but it’s no episode of Bluey, either. So What Does PG Actually Mean? For the BBFC, PG stands for Parental Guidance. That means children of any age can still watch, but some scenes may…
Suit Up, Buckethead: The Imperial Combat Pilot Mod Lands in Battlefront II
Let’s be honest—Star Wars: Battlefront II (2017) has never been short on stormtroopers. But when it comes to giving the Empire’s elite pilots their time to shine on the ground? That’s been sorely lacking—until now. The PM/IA Imperial Combat Pilot mod swoops in like a TIE Interceptor doing a strafing run, giving players a sleek, lore-accurate new model for their Imperial assault fantasies. 🔗 Download the PM/IA Imperial Combat Pilot Mod This isn’t your standard “retexture and pray” project. This is a full visual overhaul that delivers both aesthetic punch and in-universe authenticity. Strap in—we’re diving deep into what makes this pilot mod worthy of the Emperor’s personal fleet. A Clean Rework with Military Precision The mod replaces a standard infantry model with a fully realized Imperial Combat Pilot, complete with the signature black jumpsuit, chestbox rigging, reinforced armor segments, and that ominous helmet we all remember from Star Wars…
The Force Unleashed Soundtrack Mod Hits Star Wars Battlefront II Like a Sonic Boom
If you’ve ever wished Star Wars: Battlefront II (2017) felt a little more… Force Unleashed, well, dreams do come true. A new mod titled The Force Unleashed Soundtrack drops the thunderous, high-octane music from The Force Unleashed series straight into DICE’s galaxy-sized playground. The result? An audio upgrade that doesn’t just add music—it supercharges every saber swing, blaster bolt, and heroic entrance. 🔗 Download The Force Unleashed Soundtrack Mod Let’s crank the volume and dive in. Why This Soundtrack Mod Is a Game-Changer Battlefront II already has a killer soundscape—but this mod remixes the vibe with something more unhinged, more raw, and way more Starkiller. By injecting the aggressive, orchestral chaos of The Force Unleashed, this mod brings emotional weight and cinematic scale to every skirmish, especially for those who love their Star Wars with a side of chaos. Here’s what you get with this mod: Every hero showdown and…
A Real-Life “Speeder Bike” Is Flying—and No, It’s Not CGI
Imagine zipping over a forest, wind in your face, on what feels like a Star Wars speeder bike—except it’s not fiction. It’s Volonaut Airbike, and this weekend’s raw flight footage confirmed it: real take-off, real landing, real sound, and zero CGI or special effects. 🚁 What’s the Buzz About? Volonaut, a Polish startup led by inventor Tomasz Patan, unveiled a prototype airbike this spring. Footage released shows a jet‑powered vehicle lifting off, cruising across test terrain, and touching down—all captured with ambient audio and zero digital trickery. On the company’s own feeds, including X and Instagram, they stress “no CGI, no AI, pure engineering.” The design? Four micro‑turbines, carbon‑fiber frame, 3D‑printed components—lightweight, futuristic, and eerily reminiscent of the scout trooper chase scenes in Return of the Jedi. We are excited to share this raw flight footage including take-off and landing, all with real sound. No special effects, no CGI, no…
Darth Maul Returns: Shadow Lord Stuns at SDCC 2025 with New Visuals and Twisted Promise
The Star Wars villain who refuses to die (and somehow keeps getting cooler) is officially making his return. Maul: Shadow Lord was already hotly anticipated after its reveal at Star Wars Celebration Japan earlier this year, but this weekend’s SDCC 2025 showcase just kicked the hype into hyperdrive. Between new concept art, behind-the-scenes animation previews, and that moody, high-contrast still of Maul looking like he’s about to destroy your soul, it’s safe to say Lucasfilm’s next animated venture is shaping up to be a dark horse in every sense. The SDCC Reveal: Shadow and Style At the Lucasfilm Animation 20th anniversary booth, attendees were treated to a deeper look at the world of Shadow Lord. A new promotional still featured Maul in full silhouette, double-bladed saber blazing, standing in a misty void of red and black. It wasn’t just art—it was a warning. Set roughly one year after the finale…
Hasbro’s SDCC Star Wars Reveals Were Packed With Prequel Power and Spooky Surprises
Hasbro’s Star Wars Fanstream at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 came out swinging harder than a Wookiee in a zero-gravity brawl. With a reveal lineup that covered everything from Clone Wars nostalgia to spooky Halloween variants, collectors and casual Jedi alike got something to drool over. Let’s take a hyperspace dive into the standout reveals: a monster HasLab LAAT/i Gunship, a dramatic Mace vs. Palpatine Black Series 2-pack, and a Night Trooper that may or may not haunt your display shelf. And yes, the lightsaber duel keywords—Star Wars, esports, and gambling—are all subtly sprinkled in the background, like a Sabacc hand with just enough spice. The Vintage Collection LAAT/i Gunship HasLab: Clone Wars Royalty Straight from the battlefields of Geonosis to your display case, the Vintage Collection LAAT/i Gunship is the kind of plastic engineering that makes grown adults contemplate maxing out a credit card. And it wouldn’t be a HasLab…
War Thunder Meets Star Wars: Galactic Thunder Sound Overhaul
If you’ve ever found yourself mid-dogfight in War Thunder thinking, “This would be way cooler if it sounded like Star Wars,” well — someone read your mind. The Galactic Thunder Star Wars Sound Overhaul mod does exactly what it says on the tin: it trades the authentic WWII/Cold War battlefield audio for a fully immersive galaxy far, far away vibe. Lasers. TIE screams. X-Wing flybys. It’s all here — and it slaps. Download the mod here Why Just Play War Thunder When You Can Hear Star Wars? At its core, War Thunder is a celebration of historical military tech. But what if you could inject a little sci-fi chaos into all that realism? That’s where Galactic Thunder comes in. It overhauls the game’s entire soundscape, replacing engine roars, machine gun fire, and jet whooshes with sound effects inspired by Star Wars movies and video games. So instead of hearing your…
Star Wars Outlaws: Low Red Moon – ND-5 and Jaylen Vrax Get Their Moment in the Twin Suns
The galaxy just got grittier—and a whole lot more intriguing. Revealed during San Diego Comic-Con 2025, Star Wars Outlaws: Low Red Moon is the next big narrative piece to drop in the expanding Outlaws corner of the canon. Set before the events of the upcoming Star Wars Outlaws video game, this new novel by Mike Chen gives us the backstory we didn’t know we needed about two of the galaxy’s shadiest operators: ND-5 and Jaylen Vrax. If you’re into morally grey droids, tortured freedom fighters, and the occasional laser-blast-to-the-face, this one’s for you. And yes—you can already preorder it here. Meet the Outlaws: ND-5 and Jaylen Vrax We’ve seen glimpses of ND-5 in game trailers—a towering, trench coat-wearing droid with the vibe of a bounty hunter, the ethics of a sabacc cheat, and the dry wit of someone who’s been rebooted one too many times. Jaylen Vrax, on the other…
Star Wars SDCC 2025: What Went Down at the Lucasfilm Publishing Panel
The Force was definitely strong at San Diego Comic-Con 2025, especially inside the Lucasfilm Publishing panel—where future canon and legends collided in the form of new novels, comics, art books, and surprises that had Star Wars junkies buzzing like malfunctioning mouse droids. From dark side drama to High Republic hijinks, here’s everything worth knowing—without having to elbow through the SDCC crowds. The High Republic Marches On Lucasfilm Publishing has zero plans of slowing the High Republic freight train. The panel confirmed that Phase III will expand deeper into the Jedi Order’s golden age—and its unraveling. Expect more Nihil chaos, political intrigue, and lightsaber diplomacy in upcoming titles like: These books are connecting more closely to the Star Wars movies and video games canon than ever before—bridging gaps that may or may not involve the acolytes of the Sith. Legends Reforged: Inquisitors, Bounty Hunters, and… Thrawn? One of the more eyebrow-raising…
Ubisoft Cancels Star Wars Outlaws Sequel—Did It Flop?
Ubisoft has quietly shelved the sequel to Star Wars Outlaws. According to reporting from reliable insiders like Tom Henderson, the project never progressed beyond pre-production and was officially scrapped while still in very early stages. 🚩 Weak Sales Sealed Its Fate Star Wars Outlaws launched in late August 2024 on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Despite being part of one of the most iconic franchises, it sold only about 1 million copies in its first month—well short of Ubisoft’s internal goal of around 5 million units. For a AAA open-world game backed by a massive IP, that performance raised alarm bells internally. Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot later pointed to broader issues affecting the Star Wars brand, suggesting the franchise was “in choppy waters” when Outlaws released. Mixed sentiment around media entries like The Acolyte and Skeleton Crew, combined with controversy and lower-than-expected engagement, contributed to a general decline in consumer…
First Order AT-M6 Driver Mod for Battlefront II: Time to Suit Up and Stomp
So, you’ve stormed beaches as a stormtrooper, force-choked Rebels as Vader, and even painted the galaxy in Ewok blood under Endor’s moonlight. But have you ever stared down the Resistance while looking like a First Order AT-M6 Driver? No? Well, it’s time you fixed that oversight with this sleek new character mod for Star Wars: Battlefront II (2017). The First Order AT-M6 Driver mod doesn’t just slap a fresh coat of paint on your soldier. It brings high-detail accuracy from the sequels, turning your generic trooper into one of the elite few trusted to pilot the First Order’s biggest walking war machines. It’s mean, it’s minimal, and it’s packed with just the right amount of militarized menace. Bringing the Heavy Metal Aesthetic to the Battlefield Let’s be honest: most troopers in Battlefront II look ready for a promotional poster, not a cockpit. That changes here. The First Order AT-M6 Driver…
Turn Zombies into Bantha Fodder with Fari’s Lightsabers Mod for 7 Days to Die
If you’ve ever played 7 Days to Die and thought, “This game could use more lightsabers,” then your moment has arrived. With Fari’s Lightsabers mod, you can bring a galactic glow to your zombie-slaying arsenal—and it’s every bit as satisfying as Force-choking a stormtrooper on company time. This isn’t just a reskin or some half-baked novelty. Fari’s Lightsabers are fully integrated melee weapons that blend Jedi flair with brutal efficiency. The apocalypse just got a glow-up, and it hums with kyber crystal energy. Lightsabers in a Post-Apocalyptic Sandbox? Yes, Please. 7 Days to Die already walks the line between gritty survival and modded madness, and this Star Wars-inspired mod leans hard into the fun side of that spectrum. It introduces a selection of custom lightsaber weapons into the game—each with their own unique models, animations, and color variants. Whether you’re into the classic Jedi blue or something a little more…
Star Wars Battlefront II General Veers Mod: The AT-AT Commander Joins the Fight
Let’s be honest—when it comes to Star Wars Imperial officers, most get outshined by the Sith, bounty hunters, or whatever flavor of Skywalker is causing drama that day. But General Veers? The man stormed Echo Base in a towering walker and lived to tell the tale. That deserves some serious battlefield respect. Now, thanks to a sharp and lore-loving modder, General Maximilian Veers is strutting onto the digital frontlines of Star Wars: Battlefront II (2017) as a fully playable character. He’s not just there to shout orders and look intimidating—he’s geared for combat and ready to make Hoth-style tactics fashionable again. If you’re looking to add a touch of cold, calculated Imperial might to your next Galactic Assault session, this is the mod for you. Who Is General Veers, and Why Should You Care? You might remember him from The Empire Strikes Back—the steely-eyed officer coordinating the assault on Hoth…
When Hulk Hogan Appeared in the Robot Chicken: Star Wars Special
When we think of Star Wars, we think of Jedi, Sith, lightsabers, and galactic battles. When we think of Hulk Hogan, we picture 24-inch pythons, ripped tank tops, and the immortal chant of “Whatcha gonna do, brother?!” At first glance, these two pop culture titans couldn’t be more different. But dive a little deeper, and you’ll find that the Force and Hulkamania have collided in some surprisingly fun and iconic ways. The Galaxy-Sized Cameo: Robot Chicken and the Hulkster In 2007, Hulk Hogan made a surprise appearance in the Robot Chicken: Star Wars parody special. The Adult Swim stop-motion comedy is known for poking fun at nerdy pop culture—and Hogan fit right in. In a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it sketch, he voiced an animated version of Abraham Lincoln in a Star Wars-themed bit. It was brief, ridiculous, and absolutely on-brand for a man who once wrestled giant men in spandex and starred in…
Star Wars Battlefront II: First Order Campaign Mod — The Galaxy Just Got a Whole Lot Nastier
If you’ve ever played Star Wars: Battlefront II (2017) and thought, “This game needs more polished boots, fascist fanfare, and ominous First Order swagger,” you’re in luck. The First Order Campaign mod has arrived—and it brings with it the full authoritarian chic of the galaxy’s most emotionally repressed regime. This isn’t just a cosmetic overhaul. It’s an entirely new custom campaign experience, putting you in the commanding boots of the First Order’s military might. Time to swap out your Rebel sympathies and embrace the TIE-fueled chaos. Let’s dive into what makes this mod a must-play—and why Kylo Ren might actually earn your respect this time. A Campaign Worth Crushing Resistance For Created by TheSnipes and featuring voice acting, custom scenarios, and an original narrative flow, this mod isn’t just another “reskin-the-troops-and-call-it-a-day” job. This is a fully-fledged First Order campaign, built around a lore-friendly storyline with real objectives and mission design….
SWGOH Update 7-23-2025: Accelerated Characters, Bug Fixes, and Some Very Naughty Datacrons
If you thought the only thing spicy about Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes this summer was the Lightspeed Tokens update—think again. The July 23, 2025 update quietly dropped a pile of bug fixes, character adjustments, and one datacron exploit that might’ve made Captain Han Solo immortal (for, like, two minutes). Oh, and Quiggold flirted with the Light Side… then immediately bounced. Typical pirate energy. Let’s break down everything you need to know from the latest patch—including new node placements, character accelerations, and developer notes that read like they were written during a game of sabacc. What’s New: Hard Node Shuffle and Accelerated Characters Scorch Joins Dark Side Hard 9-D (with TIE Dagger) If you’ve been farming Scorch, it’s time to head to Dark Side Hard Node 9-D, where he now resides alongside the TIE Dagger. That’s double trouble in a single sim—use your daily attempts wisely. Death Trooper (Peridea) Becomes…
Marvel Rivals: Black Widow as Boba Fett – When the Bounty Comes with Red Hair and a Sniper’s Eye
Some crossovers just feel right—like peanut butter and sabacc, or stormtroopers in Las Vegas. Enter: Black Widow as Boba Fett, the mod you didn’t know you needed in Marvel Rivals, but now can’t live without. This mod fuses two iconic assassins from vastly different universes—Natasha Romanoff, the enigmatic Marvel spy, and Boba Fett, the galaxy’s most infamous bounty hunter. The result? A battle-hardened femme fatale with Mandalorian flair and enough charisma to crash both the Death Star and the Helicarrier. And yes, it absolutely slaps. The Look: Beskar Meets Bodysuit First things first—this mod isn’t just a costume swap. It’s a vibe. Black Widow dons a sleek, reimagined Boba Fett armor set that mixes tactical sharpness with unmistakable flair. The chest plate is streamlined, the helmet modified for Widow’s silhouette, and the jetpack? Still locked and loaded. The traditional green and red hues of Fett’s armor are toned to match…
SWGOH Game Changes + New Item: Lightspeed Tokens and Relic Upgrades Are Shaking the Meta
Big news just dropped on the Holotable, and it’s not just another marquee event. Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes has dropped a massive update that rewires the way we power up characters. From star requirement reworks to the debut of Lightspeed Tokens (LSTs), these changes are aimed at making your roster progression faster, more flexible, and just a bit more… profitable. Let’s break down everything—from early Relics to era-locked tokens—and what it all means for roster grinders, raid gamblers, and PvP ladder climbers alike. Relics at 4 Stars? Welcome to the New Meta Lower Star Requirements, Higher Power Potential The galaxy just got a little more generous. Characters can now reach Relic levels as early as 4 stars—yes, seriously. Here’s the new breakdown: This change is retroactive. Got a 4-star character gathering dust? They might be relic-ready today. Just hit level 85 and slap on some Gear XII. It’s a…