As 2024 draws to a close, there’s no better time to dive into the latest and greatest updates from Star Wars: The Old Republic. Executive Producer Keith Kanneg has shared a behind-the-scenes look at what’s been happening in the galaxy far, far away during the fourth quarter of the year. From modernization updates to festive events, let’s break it all down. Game Updates: Wrapping Up 2024 in Style The past few months have been a whirlwind of content updates and new features, keeping the SWTOR galaxy alive and thriving. Game Update 7.6 “Galactic Threads”Released on December 10, this update delivered a treasure trove of exciting features: And don’t forget the earlier highlights of the year: Modernization: Bringing the Galaxy to Life Why the focus on modernization? Keith Kanneg summed it up best: technology evolves, and so must the game. The SWTOR team has been steadily updating environments, models, and backend…
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November 2024 SWTOR Events: Pirate Incursion & Swoop Rally Adventures Await!
For fans of Star Wars: The Old Republic (SWTOR), two big events are underway! The Pirate Incursion and the All Worlds Ultimate Swoop Rally are back, bringing players to the remote planet of Dantooine and the swoop tracks of Tatooine, Dantooine, and Onderon. Whether you’re into daring swoop races or fighting off intergalactic pirates, these events deliver a bounty of excitement, rewards, and epic battles. If you’re a fan of Star Wars movies, comics, or video games, there’s no better time to dive in and experience the action firsthand. Pirate Incursion on Dantooine: A Galaxy at War Event Duration: October 29 – November 4, 12:00 PM GMTLevel Requirement: 20+ Our first stop: Dantooine. Typically a quiet, pastoral planet, Dantooine is now caught in the crossfire between the Galactic Republic and the Sith Empire. With the Empire subtly backing the notorious Nova Blade pirates, the Republic faces a relentless assault as…
Keanu Reeves as Revan in Star Wars: Fans Get a Glimpse of the Old Republic!
Star Wars fans, hold onto your lightsabers! In a new concept trailer by YouTuber stryder HD, action icon Keanu Reeves is cast as the legendary Revan from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, alongside an ensemble that includes Alexander Skarsgård, Emma Watson, Josh Brolin, Jason Momoa, Michael Fassbender, and Djimon Hounsou. This fan-made footage fulfills long-standing hopes for Reeves to embody the enigmatic Revan, a character known for his dramatic journey between the Light and Dark sides. Why Keanu Reeves is Perfect as Revan Fans have yearned for Reeves to join the Star Wars universe, and this concept trailer doesn’t disappoint. His talent for complex, brooding characters—from Neo in The Matrix to John Wick—aligns perfectly with Revan’s morally complex story arc. First introduced in the 2003 game Knights of the Old Republic, Revan’s journey as both a Jedi and Sith embodies the nuanced, layered roles that Reeves excels at…
New Music Track “The Hidden Chain” Released for Star Wars: The Old Republic
Star Wars: The Old Republic (SWTOR) may be over a decade old, but it’s still going strong, and nothing proves that more than the release of its latest music track, “The Hidden Chain.” Composed by the talented Samuel Joseph Smythe and the Ivor Novello Award-winning Gordy Haab, this new piece is a stunning addition to the game’s already impressive soundtrack. The track has been created specifically for the new planet Ruhnuk, an arid, desolate world that adds fresh layers to the game’s ever-expanding universe. A Blast from the Past: SWTOR’s Continuing Evolution Before we dive into the music, it’s worth taking a moment to appreciate just how incredible it is that SWTOR is still evolving after 12 years. Released in December 2011, this MMORPG has managed to keep its player base engaged through continuous updates, new storylines, and a commitment to quality content that rivals any new release. Ruhnuk, the…
SWTOR August 2024 In-Game Events: Get Ready for Epic Adventures!
Hey, SWTOR fans! August 2024 is here, and with it comes a slew of exciting in-game events that you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a newcomer to the galaxy, Star Wars: The Old Republic has something thrilling lined up for everyone this month. So, let’s dive into the details and see what’s in store for us in this action-packed August! Uncover Ancient Mysteries: Relics of the Gree First up, from August 6th to August 13th, we have the Relics of the Gree event. This popular event returns, bringing with it the chance to uncover the secrets of the ancient Gree. To participate, you’ll need to be at least level 50, so get those characters leveled up if you’re not there yet! Relics of the Gree takes place on Ilum, where you’ll engage in a variety of missions and activities centered around the mysterious Gree Enclave….
Exploring SWTOR’s Latest Update: Pits, Potes, and Skiffs
The latest update for Star Wars: The Old Republic (SWTOR), titled Desperate Defiance, has introduced an exciting new area on Hutta called the Minboosa District. This update brings both visual enhancements and nostalgic references that fans of the Star Wars universe will appreciate. The Minboosa District A New Look for Hutta The Minboosa District offers a fresh, smog-filled atmosphere compared to the earlier yellow cast areas of Hutta. The updated visuals make the planet feel even grittier and more immersive. The architecture of Minboosa shares similarities with Jiguuna, but with more densely packed buildings and towering structures like Tibanna gas refineries and landing platforms. Cantina Neon Signs A focal point of Minboosa is its cantina, featuring a holographic neon sign similar to the one in Jiguuna’s Poison Pit. However, this new sign incorporates traditional Aurebesh font and showcases a skiff, adding a unique twist to the design. The skiff design…
Transitioning to 64-bit: A New Era for SWTOR Players
The Star Wars: The Old Republic (SWTOR) community is on the brink of experiencing the game like never before. With the recent transition to a 64-bit client, the SWTOR team has laid the groundwork for a series of exciting updates poised to enhance the gameplay experience significantly. This monumental shift not only promises improved performance and stability but also sets the stage for future content that will continue to expand this beloved universe. Embracing the 64-bit Client The move to a 64-bit client is a significant technical leap forward for SWTOR, offering players enhanced game performance and the ability to fully utilize modern hardware capabilities. However, as with any major update, there are a few adjustments and considerations players may need to make to ensure a smooth transition. Here are some common changes and issues identified during the testing phase of the 64-bit client: Antivirus Alerts With the update, some…
Game Update 7.4b for Star Wars: The Old Republic – Enhancing Gameplay Experience
The popular MMORPG “Star Wars: The Old Republic” (SWTOR) is set to receive Game Update 7.4b in the week of January 22nd, as announced on the game’s official forum. This update aims to address several key issues and enhance the gaming experience for its dedicated community. Key Fixes and Improvements in Update 7.4b Temporary Hotfixes and Achievements In preparation for the 7.4b update, a hotfix has been deployed to temporarily disable Master Mode Timed and Master Mode Survival Operation Achievements. This hotfix impacts several operations: Anticipation for the Update Conclusion Game Update 7.4b represents SWTOR’s commitment to continuously improving the game and addressing community feedback. With targeted fixes and enhancements, this update is poised to refine key aspects of gameplay and enrich the overall experience for players of “Star Wars: The Old Republic.” Stay tuned to the official SWTOR forums for the latest updates and detailed patch notes for Game…
How SWTOR Can Rebuild Trust with Its Fanbase
In the wake of the recent transfer of Star Wars: The Old Republic from BioWare to Broadsword, the fanbase has been left in a state of uncertainty. The transition, while potentially beneficial in the long run, has understandably caused concern among the game’s dedicated players. As the dust settles, the question arises: what can the reformed Broadsword team do to reassure a shaken fanbase and generate enthusiasm for the future of SWTOR? Over the past half-decade, SWTOR has had its fair share of turbulence. The Eternal Throne expansion, initially well-received, eventually became a burden that the game struggled to shake off. This, coupled with skimpy expansions, questionable business decisions, content droughts, and underwhelming patches, has left the fanbase feeling jaded. The current situation, involving the transfer of the game between studios, a reduction in the development team, and the uncertainty of what’s to come, has only added to the unease….
Rumored Star Wars Actors for New Netflix Show
Star Wars: The Old Republic is one of the best Star Wars games to date. You know we love it and we know our readers love it. Now what if there was a new show set in the Old Republic era? Netflix wants to bring us just that. Almost 200,000 fans have petitioned to Disney via Change.org for an “Old Republic Era” TV series and it seems like Disney is taking notice. According to the recent scoop from Hollywood Reporter, Ted Sarandos (Chief Content Officer) at Netflix had some initial talks on this subject with Disney. The rumor says there are even some great scripts they are going through to see if the series would be a good fit. It’s definitely something exciting that we plan to follow to see what happens with it. We still have no idea if it’s actually going to be a thing (here’s hoping) but Entertain-O-Rama has…
SWTOR Celebration Cantina Live Stream Recap and Overview (Star Wars Celebration 2015)
This Saturday a special Panel aired live for ~52 minutes on Twitch. Bioware live streamed the SWTOR Community Cantina event from Celebration Anaheim 2015.The video linked below is Vulkk’s recap of the SWTOR Community Cantina Event from Star Wars Celebration Anaheim 2015. Did Bioware drop the ball with lack of new information or we got the awesome news we were dreaming for? Alongside the event notes, you will hear also his personal opinion and overview of the event.
Playing Pazaak on your Android Mobile and one day in SWTOR
Pazaak is an ancient card game from the Star Wars Universe. It’s believed by many controversial Coruscant researchers and historians that this is the origin of Sabacc or Jhabacc, a notorious gambling game frequently played by scoundrels like Lando Calrissian, Mara Jade and Han Solo. Ancient Pazaak was played for the first time, by Star Wars gamers in Knights of the Old Republic I and II. And now, is extremely popular by the deep desire of Star Wars gamers wanting to see it as part of their Massive Multi-Player Online experience, in the game Star Wars the Old Republic – which takes place not too long after Knights of the Old Republic. If you do a search for “Pazaak” in the forums of SWTOR.com you will find 4 pages of threads all asking for Pazaak to be added to the game. We’re talking about 92 unique threads all demanding Pazaak….
Darth Malgus Life Size Figure from Sideshow Collectibles
What will your friends and family think when you have a giant Darth Malgus in your living room? Who cares! This is cool! If you’re a fan of Darth Malgus, Star Wars and Star Wars lore or collectibles, you are going to love this great find from SideShowToy.com. This is an incredible life-sized Darth Malgus figure. I’m pretty sure the pictures don’t do it justice at all. The description says: “Sideshow Collectibles is proud to present the Darth Malgus Life Size figure. Capturing the vicious Sith Lord of The Old Republic in startlingly realistic 1:1 scale, the looming figure measures over 7 feet tall and more then 3 feet wide. Each piece is individually hand painted and finished to exacting standards, the trademark of a handcrafted Sideshow Collectibles product. Featuring a light up saber, LED light up components in the chest, collar, and wrist gauntlets, highly detailed armor, and a…
Operation & PVP Guide Videos
Are you having a hard time deciding between PVP specs for your Marauder? Perhaps your guild is wiping on bosses like Bonethrasher, G4-B3 Heavy Fabricator or Annihilation Droid XRR-3? Well then you’ll want to check out these video guides. Marauder PVP Guide (Rage spec): This guide covers the rage spec for the Marauder, be sure to check the annotation if you want to look at the Annihilation spec instead. Annihilation Droid XRR-3 Guide (Hardmode): This is the first boss in the Eternity Vault Operation. The guide covers both the normal and hardmode versions. Bonethrasher Guide: This is the first boss found in the Karragar’s Palace Operation. Since the video was made they have now fixed the bug where he attacks you as soon as you enter the room, which used to cause a lot of issues. His knock back has also been reduced a bit. I hope these…
Swtor Extreme: Revan’s Saga & Fate (Spoilers)
Do you know who Revan is? Did you play Knights of the Old Republic 1 and 2? Perhaps you have forgotten everything since you played it so long ago? Maybe you want to know the final fate of Revan and you can’t wait to play both Republic & Sith to 30+? Well no worries, I have an excellent series of videos which will help you on all of these fronts. Dalagrath from Swtor Extreme decided to start a series called “Know Your Saga”, where he details important characters which will appear in SWTOR. The first of those characters chosen was Revan. The character you play as during the Knights of the Old Republic RPG game. If you’d like to learn about who Revan is, and what happened to him during KOTOR 1/2, then head over to part 1 & 2 of the saga by clicking the video below: (Part 1…
Old Republic Looks As Interesting As a Naboo Trade Blockade (Kotaku Opinion Piece)
Not every Star Wars fan is a SWTOR fan. Here is an interesting but fun review of SWTOR from Kotaku. It’s one person’s opinion, of course, but as we always say, the reviews of others are really helpful when forming your own opinions and whether you agree or not, there are good points to learn from it. Luke Plunkett from Kotaku is not as impressed with SWTOR as some of us and spends nearly 2,000 words explaining why. Here are some highlights: “BioWare is going out of its way to tell the world how Old Republic will revolutionise the MMO. That line was thrown out at least twice during my showing. But this game? What I saw today isn’t doing it for me. It’s telling me that it’s revolutionising the genre, but all I’m seeing is just another MMO.” Okay, fair enough. But how much does he really know about…
SWTOR Wins ‘Best Online Game”
Europe’s Gamescom conference has revealed the winners of its best in show awards and SWTOR has won the coveted “Best Online Game” recognition. EA received several awards actually: Best Online Game honors for Star Wars The Old Republic Best Console Game for FIFA 12 Best Browser Game award for The Sims Social (a new award) As you can see, it was a good day for SWTOR and EA. A complete list of the winners is as follows: * Best of Gamescom: Battlefield 3 (Electronic Arts) * Best Hardware or Hardware Accessories: PlayStation Vita (Sony Computer Entertainment) * Best Console Game: FIFA 12 (Electronic Arts) * Best Mobile Game: Uncharted: Golden Abyss (Sony Computer Entertainment) * Best Online Game: Star Wars: The Old Republic (Electronic Arts) * Best PC Game: Diablo III (Blizzard Entertainment) * Best Browser Game: The Sims Social (Electronic Arts) * Best Family Game: Sesame Street: Once Upon…