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The Best-Ever Star Wars Games

Soeren Kamper

If you are interested in piloting an X-Wing Starfighter, wielding a lightsaber like a Jedi Knight, or just tackling the Empire on your own terms, you are going to need to get your hands on these games! Jedi Knight 2: Jedi Outcast, 2002 This is the ultimate Jedi fantasy brought to life, a game that lets you roam the galaxy battling the Empire, severing stormtrooper limbs with your lightsaber, and using the Force to play and win. You are guaranteed to end up feeling like a member of the Order with Jedi Knight 2: Jedi Outcast and the developers, Aspyr, Lucasarts, Raven Software, Vicarious Visions, have managed to create every aspect of the experience superbly.  Knights of the Old Republic, 2003 Aspyr Media, BioWare, and Obsidian Entertainment deliver one of the most enthralling Star Wars™ narratives ever with Knights of the Old Republic, a Role-Playing Game. The Universe is set…

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Star Wars Battlefront II – The Age of Rebellion Update

Soeren Kamper

DICE has detailed the next major update coming to Star Wars: Battlefront II. The Age of Rebellion update, which launches on February 26 for PS4, Xbox One, and PC, includes new co-op locations, the Ewok Hunter and ISB Agent 4 characters, four new weapons, improvements for Hero characters, and two new Heroes vs. Villains maps, among other notable changes The Age of Rebellion update arrives tomorrow, February 26 and with it, a great selection of new content.We’ve got Age of Rebellion Co-Op locations (7 in total!), two new Reinforcements in the form of the Ewok Hunter and ISB Agent, 4 new Blasters, 4 Capital Ships for Co-Op, Hero improvements, AI upgrades and two new Heroes Vs. Villains maps. It’s a packed month for Star Wars™ Battlefront II, let’s dive straight in. February begins our focus on the Age of Rebellion. We know this has been a greatly requested update for our community…

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Must Have Original Star Wars Toys To Collect For Any Age

Onisac Gnitteb

Cinema has significantly evolved over the years, with countless classics and films that reinvented the big screen as we know it. Yet, there are certain films that have just had a bigger impact than anyone could’ve imagined like Star Wars. This is the franchise that influenced the film industry and people for decades as it continues to do so 40 years later.  As we grew up with the protagonists and the villains, in which they were key figures in pop culture and are still relevant to this very day. One of the biggest ways the Star Wars saga has affected society is through its Star Wars Toys and collectibles, which has become a multi-million dollar industry today.  If you want to start buying some of these original, then there are a few that you should definitely get, regardless of your age. Kylo Ren lightsaber  You probably guessed that this would…

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Star Wars Characters In Games

Onisac Gnitteb

Star Wars, and everything in that universe, comprises a massive ecosystem of fantasy, heart, and emotional storylines. It’s been the source of so many memories and imaginative times for over 40 years. It started back in 1977 when a kid with a wild imagination wanted to make a science fiction story. Now, the franchise is worth multiple billions of dollars. Star Wars is so ubiquitous that you’ll find its mark everywhere. You can find it on mugs, T-shirts, spinoffs, and even blankets. Here are some of the places you might not have noticed Star Wars characters. Some may surprise you:  Casino Games If you’ve been a fan since the original trilogy, chances are you’re of age to gamble. The Star Wars franchise has always been intertwined with technology and personal entertainment, as well as licensing likeness for other purposes. One such industry is in the casino world. You can see…

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Starter Guide for New Players in “Star Wars: The Old Republic”

Novara Skuara

Welcome to “Star Wars: The Old Republic” (SWTOR), a massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) set in the rich universe of Star Wars. SWTOR offers an immersive experience that allows players to explore iconic locations, engage in epic battles, and shape their own stories within the Star Wars galaxy. This guide is designed to help new players navigate the early aspects of the game, covering classes, factions, starting planets, and basic gameplay mechanics. Factions In “Star Wars: The Old Republic” (SWTOR), the galaxy is divided between two major factions, each representing a side of the Force and holding its own ideals, goals, and moral compass. These factions are the Galactic Republic and the Sith Empire. The choice of faction not only influences your starting location and the storyline you’ll follow but also defines your allies and enemies within the game’s universe. Understanding the ethos, history, and objectives of these factions…

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Star Wars Battlefront II – The BB Update & Age of Rebellion on the way

Soeren Kamper

Here are the latest patch notes for Star Wars: Battlefront 2 INCOMING TRANSMISSIONWe’re back with more news and information on the next update for Star Wars™ Battlefront™ II. Back in December, we mentioned that both BB-8 and BB-9E would be coming to the game, and you also got a sneak-peek at them in the trailer we released. Known for his courage, BB-8 will play his part as an offensive hero. This will help balance out the light side, which currently has a support-oriented roster. With an Astromech joining the light side, it seems only fitting that the dark side should also get one. That’s where BB-9E comes into play. While BB-8’s bravery helps him charge into the battlefront, BB-9E is cold, calculating, and will play more of a support role, fitting in nicely with the dark side Hero roster. As January comes to a close, our attention turns to February and,…

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The Evolution Of Star Wars Games

Soeren Kamper

Star Wars mania has swept the globe once again as fans head to cinemas to see how the latest trilogy concludes. The Rise of Skywalker has generated a tremendous buzz across social media channels, fan forums, newspapers, magazines and TV shows. It serves as a reminder of the saga’s enduing popularity among multiple generations, as it has captured a special place in millions of hearts. The Rise of Skywalker is the ninth film in the sequence, which has made billions of dollars for Lucasfilm and Disney over the years. Each movie has proved to be extremely lucrative, but Star Wars merchandise is even bigger business. You can buy everything from Darth Vader coffee mugs to Chewbacca bathrobes, along with Death Star waffle makers, Wookie crocs, a C-3PO tape dispenser, a Jar Jar Binks candy tongue and a lightsaber fishing rod, plus all manner of branded backpacks, coffee cups, purses, hats, T-shirts,…

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Star Wars: Heir to the Empire – Chapter 2

Lisa Clark

It’s fanfilm time again! If you’re a regular here, you know how much I love those. And if you’re not, well, I hope you stick around because we love writing about all things Star Wars and Star Wars gaming. Up today we have Part 2 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire from DarthAngelus. I covered Part 1 for you back in June so if you missed that, go check it out first. Chapter 2 of Heir to the Empire, by Timothy Zahn. Adapted into a short fanfilm. If you never read the Thrawn Trilogy, the whole trilogy of books is available via Amazon As the first three of many Star Wars spin-off novels, it marked the beginning of an era of rapid expansion of the Star Wars Expanded Universe. The titles of the three books are: * Heir to the Empire * Dark Force Rising * The Last Command…

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Star Wars: Battlefront – Cooperation Update & Release Notes

Soeren Kamper

Here are the latest updates and release notes for Star Wars: Bettlefront 2. Coming this month are two brand new ways to play, Co-Op and Instant Action. A brand new planet, Felucia and the Clone Commando also joins the conflict as a new reinforcement. It all arrives on September 25, let’s take a look. EXPANDING AIWith the release of Capital Supremacy earlier this year we brought with it our brand new AI system. If you’ve played Capital Supremacy then you will have noticed these AI running around, on your side and as opponents. With this new AI system we’ve always had one eye on the future and how they could be further integrated into various areas of Star Wars Battlefront II. The inclusion of our two new ways to play, Co-Op and Instant Action has given us a perfect opportunity to not only bring the new AI system to additional…

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Star Wars: Battlefront 2 – A look ahead at what’s coming in 2019

Soeren Kamper

The guys over at Dice is keeping them self bussy. Here is a look of what is comming in Star Wars: Battelfront 2 the rest of the year. Let’s dive in, but before that… AUGUST August kicks off with both the Separatist Dreadnought and Republic Venator becoming playable in Heroes vs Villains. Since the release of Capital Supremacy this addition has been highly requested, and we’re incredibly happy to be adding them to our rotation. We’ve taken areas within both capital ships and turned them into playable locations that we believe will be great for the small-scale Hero gameplay. After watching discussions around Capital Supremacy and, in particular, the Capital Ship phase. We’ve made some changes to the interiors of both Capital Ships. The assault on the Capital Ship will continue to have two sub-phases, but both are evolving. Once you’re breached the enemy ship, you have five minutes to…

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Star Wars Battelfront 2 patch notes june 26

Star Wars: Battelfront 2 patch notes june 26

Soeren Kamper

Here are the patch notes for tomorrows Game update in Star Wars: Battlefront. DROIDEKAS Arriving this week will be one of the most requested additions to Star Wars™ Battlefront™ II, the Droideka. One of the most feared droids finally joins the Separatist army, wielding twin blasters and personal deflector shield generators, making them a formidable foe for anyone that faces off against them in combat. Destructive weaponry and a powerful shield aren’t their only characteristics, as the ability to transform and swiftly relocate has become synonymous with the Droideka. TX-130 The TX-130 will provide the Galactic Republic with an armored fighting vehicle that is both quick and defensive. The speed allows the TX-130 to enter into battle, deal damage, and then make its escape; a great balance between agility and power. NABOO JOINS CAPITAL SUPREMACY This month we’re bringing Capital Supremacy to Naboo. The conflict has spread to the capital…

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Star Wars Battlefront II May patch Notes

Star Wars Battlefront II May patch Notes

Soeren Kamper

Here are the latest patchnotes for Star Wars: Battelfront 2: NEW CONTENT FEATURES Kamino – Cloning Facility is now available to play on Capital Supremacy Added an in-game Voice Lines Wheel usable by heroes Raised the level cap for all units to 1000​ QUALITY OF LIFE Adjusted the core mechanics of the Heroes vs. Villains game to accommodate the removal of the target system. Appearance bundles are now moved to the Collection screen. Crystal prices have been reduced and Credit prices have been removed. HERO CHANGES Community Request: Any changes to the Victory Poses for Iden Versio, Rey and Count Dooku have been reverted. New Victory Poses for Iden Versio (LOYALTY) and Rey (DETERMINED) have been added and are free to unlock for all players. Community Request: Increased the limit for Heroes using Voice Lines at once. Fixed an issue where lightsaber heroes were not able to deal damage to…

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Star Wars Republic Commando - Basic is Best

Star Wars Republic Commando – Basic is Best

Lisa Clark

Sometimes you just need to go back to the basics to do a game right. In today’s modern age of video games, we see all the bells and whistles. And sometimes, we want ’em. But other times, all that fancy stuff gets in the way of an otherwise good game. Have you ever wanted to play a game so bad but then you try it and all the shiny stuff they wanted to cram in there took away from the actual gameplay and story? Or maybe you couldn’t even play it on your system because they wanted to go crazy with graphics and other elements? There is something to be said about keeping it simple. Sometimes the most basic game can be the best game. That’s what people are saying about Star Wars Commando right now. Originally released in February of 2005, the first-person shooter came with some setbacks for…

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SWTOR: The First 6.0 Details

Editor

Another Star Wars: Celebration, another bunch of interesting reveals.Of course we’ve had the big reveals of the Episode IX title, the first full details of Jedi: Fallen Order and its hero Cal (no relation), and, by the end of today, more information regarding The Mandalorian and the long-awaited seventh series of The Clone Wars.However, as glorious as those reveals are, the one which is the most pertinent to this blog is the first official glimpse of the next expansion for Star Wars: The Old Republic.~~~So what is it?I’ve never seen one before, no one has, but I’m guessing it’s a White Hole.Alright, you’ve made your obligatory non-Star Wars reference, but seriously, what is it?Star Wars: The Old Republic: Onslaught.Onslaught will be arriving on our virtual doorsteps in September, assuming all goes well, and will be free for all subscribers at that time. It includes the next step in the storyline, two new locations. a new Flashpoint, a new Operation,…

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Star Wars Battlefront 2 - Chosen One patch notes

Star Wars: Battlefront 2 – Chosen One patch notes

Soeren Kamper

Here are the full patchnotes for yesterdays game update for Star Wars: Battelfront. There are big changes coming to the Clone Trooper legions with each Trooper Class now getting their own look, relevant to the legion that they are a part of. This also sees the first time that Officers will be able to equip Clone Trooper armour. Additionally, there’s been a lot of discussion around stuns and their effect on the flow of gameplay. With stuns now having a lower duration and a short immunity once you have been stunned, we’re looking forward to seeing how these changes improve the experience. ANAKIN SKYWALKER Anakin’s power and skill were virtually unmatched, though his overconfidence and anger could get the better of him. Even still, when innocent people were in danger, he would never hesitate to put his life on the line to save them. When his friends needed his help,…

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Star Wars Battlefront Clone Army Updates Coming to today

Star Wars: Battlefront: Clone Army Updates Coming to today

Soeren Kamper

As we told you yesterday, Players can start playing Anakin Skywalker with todays game update. But that is not all. we’re not only getting a new hero in Anakin Skywalker, but also an update to how the clone troopers of the Galactic Republic are represented in Star Wars Battlefront II. In this new blog update from DICE, Game Designer Christian Johannesén talks armored clone officers, updated legions, and more. Check it out: Along with an overarching re-implementation of how trooper classes are visually identified, the different clone trooper legions have also undergone a touch-up in the way they look. And with this update, we’re introducing the option to play as an armored clone officer, too! These changes and improvements to the clone army tie into each other, so to learn about how it comes together, we’ve talked to Game Designer Christian “CJ” Johannesén. Phase I and Phase II Clone Troopers With…

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Star Wars Rogue Squadron 3D

Replaying the Classics: Star Wars: Rogue Squadron 3D

Lisa Clark

I do love going back in time and replaying some of my favorite games, especially when they are Star Wars games! Following this series on StarWars.com has me wanting to play all of the old golden hits all over again. In Replaying the Classics, StarWars.com revisits Star Wars games of yesteryear, examining why we loved them then and why they stand the test of time. This article covers the playing of Rogue Squadron, which was honestly one of my favorites back in the day, so I was very excited to see it being revisited. It was inspired by the Rogue Squadron comic books of the mid-90s (which I fondly remember from my youth) and was an aerial shooter style game. It was created for the N64 with the single-thumbstick gamepad when it first released but you can play it on your PC now with your favorite controller or joystick and it still…

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Star Wars Video Games Monthly News Roundup - January 2019

Star Wars Video Games: Monthly News Roundup – January 2019

Soeren Kamper

Welcome to the Monthly News Roundup series! This post, posted at the end of every month or the start of a month, aims to sum up the latest updates and changes to the relevant Star Wars games. January 2019: Star Wars Battlefront II (Shooter): January saw the release of the Darth Tyranus Update, bringing the dark-side Sith Lord Count Dooku (voiced by Corey Burton) into the game with 2 appearances. Like with the General Kenobi appearance, Dookus additional appearance Dark Ritual is taken from The Clone Wars series. The Geonosis map is also now available on the Heroes vs Villains and Blast modes, as well as Custom Arcade. Star Wars: The Old Republic (MMO): After the major December Game Update 5.10 Jedi Under Siege It’s mostly been a quiet month for SWTOR. The only update is that Game Update 5.10.1 is now live on the Public Test Server Galaxy of Heroes (Mobile Collecting Game): Galaxy of Heroes has had a busy month. Opening up…

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Star Wars: Battelfront 2 – Community Calendar: January 2019

Soeren Kamper

Here is a list of some of the upcoming events for January.  Triple XP Event: Heroes and VillainsJanuary 4th – 6thWe’re kicking off the new year with our first ever triple experience event. During this time playing Heroes vs Villains and Hero Showdown will earn three times the amount of experience as normal. No better time to level up your General Grievous and Obi Wan Kenobi. _____________ Triple XP Event: TroopersJanuary 11th – 13thJanuary continues to be the month of triple experience with a special event revolving around Troopers. Jump into Blast and Strike to earn bonus experience for all your troopers. _____________ Triple XP Event: StarfightersJanuary 18th – 20thTake the battle into space as we finish up a month of triple experience in Starfighter Assault and Hero Starfighters. _____________ Darth Tyranus UpdateJanuary 23rdCount Dooku arrives into Star Wars™ Battlefront II, along with an additional appearance “Dark Ritual”“. Joining him…

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Star Wars Galaxy of Heroes Event Calendar – November

Soeren Kamper

Here is a list of some of the upcoming events for November in Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes. DISCLAIMER: ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Login Character(s) for November – General Kenobi LEGENDARY – Grandmaster’s Training Starts:Nov 1st Ends: Nov 7th ADVANCED TACTICS – Geonosian Fleet Runs Only On: Nov 2nd MYTHIC – Grandmaster’s Training Starts: Nov 3rd Ends: Nov 4th OMEGA BATTLES – Resistance and Clones Runs Only On: Nov 3rd ASSAULT BATTLES – Military Might Starts: Nov 3rd Ends: Nov 4th HEROIC BATTLE – Endor Escalation Runs Only On:Nov 6th ASSAULT BATTLES – Forest Moon Starts: Nov 7th Ends: Nov 8th OMEGA BATTLES – First Order and Scoundrels Runs Only On: Nov 9th FLEET MASTERY – Home One Runs Only On: Nov 9th OMEGA BATTLES – Sith and Droids Runs Only On: Nov 12th SPECIAL EVENT – Ghosts of Dathomir Runs Only On: Nov 14th ASSAULT BATTLES – Ground…

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15 Details Making the Locations in Star Wars Battlefront II Feel Alive

Soeren Kamper

DICE released a new blogpost  about the world-building details in making up Star Wars Battlefront II. Check it out below: With the intense player vs. player action going on in Galactic Assault, Heroes vs. Villains, or, really, any other mode in Star Wars™ Battlefront™ II, it’s easy to miss some of the subtler details in the game’s legendary Star Wars™ locations (read more about some of the locations in our ongoing Exploring series, with articles covering Kessel and Mos Eisley out now.) But we wanted to remedy that – so, we’ve listed 15 such minutiae implemented throughout the levels of Star WarsBattlefront II below! But first – to offer some context – a quick overview of two visual design concepts that we’re applying to the game. Missioned to invigorate the locations of Star Wars™ Battlefront™ II, our artists work with the ideas of the Living World and the Battle Beyond. The Living World and the Battle Beyond of Star Wars Battlefront II In short, the…

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General Grievous is Arriving to Star Wars Battlefront II on October 30

Soeren Kamper

During the October event update, EA announced that General Grevous would be released on october 30. Below is the newest Community Transmission. and a cover of the essentials of the most recent addition to the heroes and villains roster. Incoming Transmission “The drums of conflict are my beating heart. The fire of conquest rages through my veins. Strong, young lungs breathe in air laden with enemies turned into ashes. It is here that I thrive. I have toppled nations. I have slain kings. I have murdered legends. My name has been feared by warriors… and cursed by widows.” – General Grievous, The Clone Wars: The Dreams of General Grievous General Grievous inspired fear across the galaxy as the leader of the Confederacy of Independent Systems’ droid army. Always the strategist, Grievous made it a habit of escaping the clutches of the pursuing Jedi. Only after countless battles against Obi-Wan Kenobi, did Grievous’…

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Star Wars Battlefront 2 – Event Calendar – OCTOBER

Soeren Kamper

Here is a list of some of the upcoming events for October in Star Wars: Star Wars Battlefront II Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have 16 Star Wars™ heroes and villains fighting on the same battlefront, at the same time? Well, either way, you’ll find out soon! A few weeks back, we piloted the initiative of in-game special events with the Vehicle Weekend, temporarily reducing the Battle Points needed for vehicles. Moving into October, we’ve done some additional back-end fiddling and twiddling, opening up even more possibilities and Star Wars™ Battlefront™ II extravaganza! Let’s dig in to the special events you can look forward to in October. October 5-7: Battle Point Event – Heroes Unleashed In Galactic Assault, the amount of heroes is normally locked at two per team in the first phase, and four per team for the following phases. In the Heroes Unleashed event, we’re removing…

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Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes – Event Calendar – OCTOBER

Soeren Kamper

Here is a list of some of the upcoming events for October in Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes. You can also check out  Google calendar for all Galaxy of Heroes events! DISCLAIMER: ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Login Character(s) for October – Nightsister Spirit OMEGA BATTLES – FIRST ORDER AND SCOUNDRELS Runs Only On: October 2nd ASSAULT BATTLES – REBEL ROUND UP Starts: October 3rd Ends: October 4th FLEET MASTERY – ENDURANCE Runs Only On: October 4th THE DARING DROID (R2-D2) Starts:Oct 4th Ends: Oct 10th HERO’S JOURNEY: COMMANDER LUKE SKYWALKER Starts:Oct 4th Ends: Oct 10th OMEGA BATTLES – REBELS AND GEONOSIANS Runs Only On: October 6th MYTHIC – DARING DROID Starts: Oct 7th Ends: Oct 8th ASSAULT BATTLES – SECRETS AND SHADOWS Starts: October 7th Ends: October 8th HEROIC BATTLE – ENDOR ESCALATION Runs Only On: Oct 9th OMEGA BATTLES – NIGHTSISTERS AND JAWAS Runs Only On: October 10th PIECES AND…

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