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SWTOR: A Day in the Life of Mercenaries and Commandos: the 6.0 Experience Explained

Soeren Kamper

The upcoming SWTOR Expansion – ‘Onslaught’ – will introduce a many changes for each Class in the game. Players will among other things experience new abilities, Set Bonuses, and Tactical items. To help explain it all, The developers over at BioWare are releasing a series of articles featuring each Advanced Class’s new ability, as well as new Set Bonuses and Tactical items. They will also present various combat scenarios to show how these changes will mesh together. In today’s article they are showcasing the  Mercenary and Commando Advanced Classes! Check it out: Mercenary In lieu of a new ability, Mercenaries will receive two charges on their existing Rocket Out ability. Rocket Out x 2 – Jet backward 20 meters, gaining immunity to controlling effects while jetting. Cannot be used while immobilized or hindered. The “charge” system is something new that a handful of abilities will utilize once the ‘Onslaught’ Expansion launches. Abilities like Rocket…

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Star Wars: Battelfront 2 Community Transmission – October Timed Quests

Soeren Kamper

Here is the latest community transmisson from the guys over at Dice. This time the details on some upcoming Timed Quests. INCOMING TRANSMISSION Back in May we had the May the Fourth event, which allowed you to unlock the Princess of Alderaan appearance for Leia Organa. We decided it was time to do another event, and this time we have both an appearance and emote up for grabs. We’ll be running both Timed Quests for a week, starting on Friday 11th October and finishing the following Friday, on the 18th. Here’s what you have to do to unlock them both. It’s not impossible COMMUNITY QUEST – IT’S NOT IMPOSSIBLE It’s now been over 40 years since Star Wars: A New Hope gave us our first look at Luke Skywalker, in particular his look from his time on Tatooine as a Farmboy. If you want to unlock this appearance here’s what you’ll have to…

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The list of all Star Wars themed games

Soeren Kamper

The Star Wars franchises is one of the most popular in the world. It has been on our television screens and cinemas since 1977 when the first movie was released. As time went by, the franchise has become one of the most watched, followed and having the largest fan base in the world. The characters were created by renowned George Lucas and adapted for the movies. In total the Star Wars franchise has 12 movies with a total box office earnings of $9.323 billion and presently distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. The popularity and success of the franchise has influenced the creation of numerous Star Wars themed games over the years. Fans of the franchise do not have to wait for the release of another part of the movies but can enjoy their favourite trilogy through these games. Since the 1990’s till recent times different Star Wars themed…

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5 Fun Board Game Apps to Kill Time When You’re Not Playing Star Wars

Onisac Gnitteb

Not too long ago, we went through a stage when it seemed as if board games were gone for good. The almighty console offered a vastly superior gaming experience, while there were plenty of great PC and mobile games as well. Ironically, technology became more capable and we’re now in an era where digital board games are all the rage. Perhaps people realized that digital alternatives to their favorite board games of the past have a multitude of benefits. They’re much cheaper, you don’t have to spend hours cleaning up and organizing all the pieces, and you can bring everything along with you in a single slab of glass in your pocket. You can also play against opponents around the world. With new technology like augmented reality allowing you to merge digital and physical elements to add new dimensions to your favorite games and keep things social, now is a…

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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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Lego Star Wars: Rise of TT Games

Lisa Clark

We’ve been talking about this new Lego Star Wars game and I’ve gotta tell ya, I am excited about it! Traveler’s Tales has been bringing us great Lego games for a very long time now. In fact, they’ve been putting out at least one per year for more than 15 years now. Some of those years, the UK developer put out as many as three Elgo games. They’ve made games on all your favorite famous IPs and franchises and it has been a long, glorious ride. While Lego has made their presence in video games before this, but it was the release of 2005 Lego Star Wars: The Video Game that really launched the Lego game fad. In the time that has passed since that first game, they’ve sold of 200 million copies of Lego games and over $2 Billion in revenue. TT Games will see itself come full circle…

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Star Wars’ History with the Casino Culture

Onisac Gnitteb

Most Star Wars fans are not strangers to the idea that there is a casino culture in the Star Wars Universe. No matter how much they try to Disney-fy it, there are some gritty elements to Star Wars and that was part of what made it so good. This doesn’t mean it can’t still be family friendly.   We saw gambling mentioned in the original Star Wars films in a variety of ways and it didn’t have any negative consequences for the genre of the fans of it, as far as anyone can tell. It’s been a part of Star Wars canon all along, even if Disney wants to try to blur it out.  This said, it’s not a surprise that there will be some crossover in people who like Star Wars and people who enjoy gambling and the casinos. There used to be some great fantasy-themed online slots based on…

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Characters I’d Like to See Introduced or Brought Back in Onslaught

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The SWtOR community has been buzzing recently about the new details regarding the “play what you want, how you want” gearing system that is Spoils of War. While I, too, have been caught up in the whirlpool of hype (and confusion), I am choosing to wait until we actually get to see this new stuff in-action on the PTS before I offer my thoughts on it here.Instead today I’m turning my attention to something I care about far more than gear, and that’s the in-game story characters. I’ve been thinking a great deal about who I’d like to see, either brought back or introduced for the first time, on Onderon and Mek-Sha and I just thought “hey, why not make a post about it?”Obviously, some characters are a given. Darths Krovos and Malgus, Empress Acina, General Daeruun, Jonas Balkar, Major Anri, Moff Pyron, NR-O2, Tau Idair, and Vowrawn are all definitely going…

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Star Wars Galaxy of Heroes: The Grand Arena Championships

Soeren Kamper

Here are the news from Capital Games on the Grand Arena Championships. No one still have a clue what it is about, ot at least what the GP divisions is about, but Wall of text will crit you. Grand Arena Championships are a five-week series of Grand Arena events and Feats. Our goal is for the experience to feel like a normal Grand Arena event with a few bells and whistles, and then gradually ratchet up the competition and drive for the players who make it up to higher leagues in later events, until by the end of a Championship, it feels like the sharpest competition that the game has to offer. In this post, we’re going to talk about GP Divisions, a feature that enables us to curate the best experience (AND relevant rewards) for all Grand Arena players regardless of their time in game or collection size. Your…

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Firefox vs DuckDuckGo vs TOR: Which Is the Best Browser for Privacy

Soeren Kamper

Whether you realize it or not, your online security is almost always at risk and this is constantly increasing. Government surveillance, marketing data collection, and scammers all pose a threat, so it’s no wonder the online privacy industry is worth $12 billion! Securing your browser is one of the easiest ways to protect yourself from those who try to view or steal your sensitive information. We’ve had a look at three popular browsers – Firefox, Tor, and DuckDuckGo – and have put them to the test to determine which is the best browser for privacy. TOR TOR (The Onion Router) was developed by US Navy researchers for anonymous communication. Tor is now a not-for-profit organization with a goal of researching online privacy and developing tools to support this. Pros TOR uses a three-layered encryption process. Anyone trying to view your usage would just see traffic originating from a network of…

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Star Wars battlefront 2 Community Calendar - June

Star Wars: Battlefront II – Community Calendar – June

Soeren Kamper

The guys over at DICE has revealed their Star Wars Battlefront II Community Calendar for the month of June 2019. Check out the image below for a closer look at what’s ahead this month for Star Wars; Battlefront 2: Related Posts What to Do During SWTOR MaintenanceBounty Contract Event Returns – 2/11 thru 2/14May The Pork Be With You: Here Comes the Star Wars Porn ParodyFacebook Connect is Now Live! What to Look for in a Good Crypto Casino SiteA Day in the Life of Operatives and Scoundrels: The 6.0 Experience ExplainedFortnite’s Star Wars Season Hits a Snag: Yoda Gear Pack Causes Game CrashesBioWare on SWTOR Performance Issues: Blame Low End PCs

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Gambling and Betting in Star Wars

Soeren Kamper

Gambling is not new to the Star Wars universe. There are several places where we see gambling and betting throughout the franchise. It’s something that we’ve written about here before, but it’s also something we likely won’t see as long as Disney holds the rights to new Star Wars content. While gambling may not be in the spirit of their “family friendly” ideal, it IS and always has been a part of Star Wars. The original movies were intended to be family-friendly, but we still see the casinos for short periods in them. My guess is that a) standards have changed a bit since the original movies came out and b) Disney’s idea of “family friendly” may be a bit more G-rated than others. At any rate, there is gambling and betting in Star Wars and we see the Gilded Descent Casino in the first novel, for example. It was…

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Star Wars Battlefront - May the Fourth Special Event

Star Wars: Battlefront – May the Fourth Special Event

Soeren Kamper

DICE is having an in-game event in Battlefront™ II to celebrate Star Wars Day! The prize of this event is the iconic A New Hope appearance for Leia Organa: Princess! Here’s how you can unlock this appearance. Objective: Capture the command posts! Collectively, 4 million command posts need to be captured in Capital Supremacy. If you capture more than one command post, you still count each time. Duration: 1st May-6th May In the spirit of good sportsmanship, it’s only fair to give you all more than one day to achieve this prize! The event will run for about a week, starting from the stroke of midnight in Sweden on the 1st and lasting until 11:59 PM CET on the 6th. How to claim the prize: Log in before the 7th! Simple enough, right? Once the total has been reached, simply jump into Battlefront II and you’ll be awarded a prize crate with the appearance in…

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Best mobile gambling apps

Soeren Kamper

Thanks to the advances we have made in smartphone technologies over the years, we are able to enjoy a wide variety of pass-times through our phones. We no longer just use them to make calls and send texts, we also use them to play games, browse web content, and even gamble. If you are thinking about gambling on your mobile, keep reading to find out where you should go. What Do I Need from a Mobile Casino? You might think that there would not be very many differences between a casino online and a casino for your mobile but there are a few key things you should look for. The first is full mobile optimization or an app. You can tell when a site has been optimised for mobile use because it is often much simpler and easier to navigate when compared to the site when viewed on a computer….

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What Star Wars Battlefront Needs for a Great eSports Scene

What Star Wars: Battlefront Needs for a Great eSports Scene

Soeren Kamper

Ten years on from the superb Star Wars: Battlefront II from Pandemic Studios and LucasArts in 2005, and following many rumours about a third edition to the Battlefront series, EA DICE and Electronic Arts released the much-hyped Star Wars: Battlefront in 2015. With stunning graphics and the chance to play as iconic characters and classes from the epic film franchise, people were over the moon with the chance to finally play another triple-A Star Wars game. Lacking in depth, but coming with a rather grubby DLC line-up, fans had high hopes that the sequel, Star Wars: Battlefront II in 2017 would improve on the first of the reboot games. Sadly, mired in controversy of bad publishing practices, Battlefront II was an utter disappointment. EA DICE have tried to earn back community support with a stream of updates that continue to this day, but instead, much of the community has reverted…

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Gambling: An Examination Into Gaming Addiction

Soeren Kamper

Gambling is everywhere. Lottery tickets, casinos, poker tournaments, online gaming, and sports betting. As a society we are inundated with opportunity to take a chance, spin the wheel, roll the dice, and perhaps win big; or just as likely, lose big. In fact, recent surveys have shown that in the United States alone, 80% of adults 21 and older have engaged in some type of gambling activity. With the growth of the gaming industry, the advent on online casinos (for example German online casinos – https://automatenherz.com/online-casino/ ♠️|♥️|♣️|♦️ ), and other online gaming sites, more and more people are introduced to gambling at a younger age. With the popularity of Celebrity Poker, Poker Stars tours and televised tournaments appearing on mainstream TV, gaming seems to be everywhere, and everyone seems to be doing it. Gambling is part of American culture. For most, it is simply an enjoyable pastime. Based on a…

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Capital Supremacy is Coming to Star Wars Battlefront 2 on March 26

Capital Supremacy is Coming to Star Wars: Battlefront 2 on March 26

Soeren Kamper

Dice just informed that a new game mode – Capital Supremacy is comming in Star Wars Battlefront 2. The article includes all new details such as player count, reinforcements, heroes, AI bots and more! The release date for Capital Supremacy in Star Wars Battlefront 2 is set to relase in a few day from now, on March 26 and will release with two new reinforcements: the droid commando (commando droid) and the ARC trooper. Capital Supremacy previously was called Titan mode but now we finally have an official name. Here is the news: Starting March 26, the forces of the Galactic Republic and Separatists clash in Capital Supremacy* – an immersive, Clone Wars-era authentic experience in Star Wars™ Battlefront™ II – where non-linear ground battles fuse with the thrill of invading capital ships and taking them down. Along with the update, we’re releasing our latest location, Pipeline Junction West on Geonosis, plus the Separatist…

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Star Wars Games: Top 5 Honourable Mentions

Soeren Kamper

Star Wars games are like a fine wine – they only age better with time. But to be fair, the saga had its ups and downs throughout almost three decades of existence on the gaming market. Back in the mid-1990s and ‘00s, there have been more than two dozen Star Wars universe-themed games released explicitly for PC, and frankly, not every release fulfilled the developer expectations. Just like the movies, some games are remembered much more fondly than others. There’s even this common saying about the whole deal – for every beloved Star Wars game, there’s half-dozen of the ‘ehh’ ones. But today is not about the dark side of the Star Wars games industry. Today’s all about those all-time classics, amongst which, there’s even a game that, by some fans, is considered as being better than the entire film saga! Is the force still strong with such a bold…

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Community Transmission — Infiltrator Reinforcements

Star Wars: Battelfront 2 — Infiltrator Reinforcements

Soeren Kamper

Dice just posted a new Community Transmission about two brand-new reinforcements coming with the new game mode. On the Republic side you’ll now be able to play as an Advanced Recon Commando, better known as an ARC Trooper, and on the Separatist side, you’ll be able to play as a BX-series Droid Commando. Both units will be part of the new Infiltrator Reinforcement class and will also have their own new Star Cards for their abilities! Check it out: Infiltrator Reinforcements: ARC Trooper ARC Trooper dodge roll, WIP The ARC Trooper is a gung-ho attacker that rushes into battle wielding his trusty DC-17 pistols. Yes, you read that correctly: pistols. This unit can dual wield pistols and fire them independently, effectively doubling his rate of fire. With short-ranged blasters, this trooper needs something more versatile for more distant foes. To extend his reach, the ARC trooper’s Power Blast ability overcharges his primary pistol to fire a…

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Gambling Galactic: Star Wars 8 Director on Canto Bight, the Casino Planet

Onisac Gnitteb

All Star Wars fans out there are eagerly awaiting the latest installment in the legendary franchise, The Last Jedi. Even those who might not consider themselves fans (Trekkies, you know yourselves) will have felt the expectant excitement pervading the movie scene online and in the real world. One of the most intriguing teasers from the studios is the confirmation by director Rian Johnson that the new planet to be featured in the Star Wars universe will be known as Canto Bight. Rolling the Dice After months of speculation and tentative suspicions after the name began floating about while the film was shooting on location in Croatia, fans are excited at the prospect of Canto Bight, which promises to be an interesting stage for the on-screen action, even by the astronomically high Star Wars standards. Fans noted that the name sounded suspiciously close to “casino bright”, and the director was gracious…

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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 Battlefront 2 - Animating Anakin Skywalker

Star Wars: Battlefront 2: Animating Anakin Skywalker

Soeren Kamper

The developers over at DICE posted a behind-the-scenes look on how they arebringing The Chosen One to life. Check it out: To make the wait for Anakin Skywalker* a tiny bit more bearable (players will get their hands on the hero of the Galactic Republic on February 27**), Mattias Kirsten, Animator on Star Wars™Battlefront™ II, was kind enough to give us a peek on how the animations of the powerhouse Jedi were made. And later, if you want to learn even more, make sure to digest our rundown on how a hero is created and the interview with Matt Lanter, voicing Anakin Skywalker. Now, taking point on the animation work on the Chosen One is a task which, of course, requires a certain type of preparation. Researching The Chosen One “First, I re-watched The Clone Wars series and the prequels to get in the right state of mind and mood for Anakin,” Mattias says….

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Star Wars Battlefront 2 Progress Update on New Mode + Emote Wheel

Star Wars: Battlefront 2: Progress Update on New Mode + Emote Wheel

Soeren Kamper

The Star Wars: Battelfront 2 team over at DICE posted a new Community Transmission: To start things off, we wanted to talk a little about the upcoming, non-linear game mode since it’s been such a popular topic in the community. Development is progressing well, but we wanted to let you know that we’ve made the very tough decision to move the release of the new game mode into March. At the core of this choice is our desire to keep the quality of this mode high. It’s always disappointing when we have to move things around, not just for you but for ourselves as well. We’re incredibly eager to see the new game mode hit our live servers, but we also want to ensure that when it launches it’s the best state it can be. However, this extra time is also allowing us to create two brand new reinforcements which we want…

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