Star Wars: The Old Republic isn’t letting the summer lull slow things down. July 2025 is a full-blown cocktail of chaos and credits, bringing back two of the game’s most beloved recurring events: Rakghoul Resurgence on Tatooine and Nar Shaddaa Nightlife. Whether you’re into space-plague heroics or virtual high-stakes gambling, there’s something here for every kind of galactic misfit. ☣️ Rakghoul Resurgence on Tatooine (July 8–14) Ah, nothing says “vacation” like a biohazard outbreak on a desert planet. From July 8th to July 14th, the Rakghoul plague makes its grand return to Tatooine. The Hyland Organization for Rakghoul Neutralization — or T.H.O.R.N., for short — has issued a level-2 emergency alert, and they’re calling on all able-bodied responders (Level 25 and up) to suit up and help quarantine the chaos. What’s the Mission? And yes, there are vaccines, quarantine zones, and contaminated Varactyls involved. Sound fun? You bet your bacta…
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SWTOR Galactic Seasons 8: Updated Objectives for July 2025
Star Wars: The Old Republic is kicking off July with a packed schedule of Galactic Seasons 8: Rising Powers objectives. With Game Update 7.6.1 now live, players can dive into a new batch of PvE, PvP, and narrative-driven challenges to unlock juicy seasonal rewards. If you’re aiming to max out your track before time runs out, now’s the time to plan your assault on the galaxy. Here’s your full breakdown of the Galactic Seasons objectives from July 1 to July 28. 🗓️ Week 17: July 1 – July 7 Daily Objective: Weekly Objectives (Complete 7 of 11): 🗓️ Week 18: July 8 – July 14 Daily Objective: Weekly Objectives: 🗓️ Week 19: July 15 – July 21 Daily Objective: Weekly Objectives: 🗓️ Week 20: July 22 – July 28 Daily Objective: Weekly Objectives: Galactic Seasons July Strategy Tips Final Words from the War Table This month’s Galactic Seasons update is…
SWTOR: When One Planet Haunts a Whole Guild: The Belsavis Breakthrough
Let’s talk conquest. You know the drill—Total Galactic War week drops, the galaxy lights up, and guilds across the server start eyeing their favorite targets like hungry Nexu on a meat market world. Every planet is up for grabs. Every guild wants glory. But there’s always one planet that just won’t fall. For one well-coordinated and long-running guild, that planet was Belsavis. And after years—yes, years—of near misses, stiff competition, and frustration, they finally did it. They conquered the un-conquerable. Why Belsavis Was the Boss Fight Belsavis isn’t just any planet on the conquest map. It’s one of those “prime real estate” targets that always gets snapped up by top-tier conquest guilds. The kinds of guilds with deep rosters, full Legacy perks, bottomless token banks, and players running ops with spreadsheets. It’s not just about who can generate the most points—it’s about when and how. Because during Total Galactic War,…
Galactic Season 8 in Review: How SWTOR’s “Rising Powers” Shook Up the Hunt for Rewards
Galactic Season 8, titled “Rising Powers”, has come to a close in Star Wars: The Old Republic, and it brought more than just flashy cosmetics and a weekly checklist. It was a shakeup in both structure and storytelling, centered around Lane Vizla—the not-quite-heroic Mandalorian—and her deadly droid, B3-S1. So how did it all land? Was it a bounty hunter’s dream season or just another grind in disguise? Let’s break it down. A Strong Character Anchor: Lane Vizla Steps Forward SWTOR has been using Galactic Seasons as a vehicle for light narrative threads lately, and Season 8 doubled down on that with Lane Vizla. Her story was gritty, morally ambiguous, and had just enough narrative weight to carry the seasonal theme. For players following the Mandalorian arcs since Chains in the Dark, this felt like a natural progression. Dialogues were delivered through holocalls (a standard budget-friendly format at this point), and…
SWTOR Executive Producer Letter Q2 2025: Dynamic Worlds, Species Upgrades, and What’s Coming Next
The SWTOR development team just dropped a Q2 2025 transmission, and it’s packed tighter than a Jawa sandcrawler. From tech upgrades and new events to character customizations and long-awaited story expansions, the Executive Producer Letter reads like a greatest hits list for MMO updates. If you’ve been waiting for news on Galactic Threads, DirectX 12, or just wondering if Rattataki will ever stop looking like smudged chalk art—this is the one to read. Let’s break it all down, one update at a time. Game Update 7.6.1 – Rising Powers Back in March, Game Update 7.6.1 kicked things off with Galactic Season 8, aptly titled Rising Powers. Highlights include: Add in a few flashy rewards and you’ve got the perfect recipe for a seasonal grind that felt fresh, not forced. Game Update 7.7 – Dynamic Worlds May 28 ushered in Game Update 7.7 “Dynamic Worlds”, bringing a much-needed sense of chaos…
How Much Money Does Star Wars: The Old Republic Make Each Day, Month, and Year?
Star Wars: The Old Republic (often abbreviated as SWTOR) has quietly become one of the biggest success stories in the MMO galaxy. This story-driven MMORPG by BioWare launched in late 2011 with a blockbuster budget and high expectations. Years later, many players still adventure in its galaxy far, far away – and that loyal player base translates into a significant revenue stream for the game’s publisher, Electronic Arts (EA). But just how much money does SWTOR actually pull in on a daily, monthly, or yearly basis? Let’s crunch the numbers (in credits, of course) and break it down. SWTOR’s Lifetime Revenue Milestone SWTOR may not dominate headlines like it used to, but financially it’s performed impressively over the long haul. In fact, by late 2019 EA announced that Star Wars: The Old Republic was “closing in on $1 billion in lifetime revenue” (1). Believe it or not, this eleven-year-old online…
SWTOR 7.7 First Impressions: A Quiet Update That Speaks Volumes to Veteran Players
Let’s get one thing straight right from the start: not every MMORPG update has to come with fireworks, new planets, and a dramatic betrayal by your companion. Sometimes, the most meaningful patches are the ones that don’t demand your attention — they earn it slowly, through polish, nuance, and attention to the stuff that actually keeps a game alive day in and day out. That’s what Star Wars: The Old Republic’s Update 7.7 delivers. Now, coming from someone who’s been in this MMO galaxy for more than 25 years — through the early days of EverQuest, the golden age of World of Warcraft, and yes, the rollercoaster ride that is SWTOR — I’ve learned to recognize the updates that quietly move the needle. This one doesn’t scream “headline expansion.” But beneath its modest patch notes lies a layer of thoughtful refinement that long-time players will immediately appreciate. Let’s take a…
SWTOR Galactic Seasons Objectives (June 3 – June 30): What to Do, Where to Go, and Who to Punch
Ready to conquer the galaxy one checklist at a time? Great, because Star Wars: The Old Republic just rolled out the latest batch of objectives for Galactic Season 8: “Rising Powers.” Whether you’re a conquest completionist, a flashpoint fanatic, or someone who still thinks Seeker Droids are fun (bless you), there’s something to grind for between June 3 and June 30. Buckle up, because the next four weeks are stacked—and no, you can’t just AFK on the fleet and hope it all completes itself. Week 13 (June 3 – June 9): Artifacts, Agents, and Aggressive Turrets Start things off strong by racking up 25,000 Conquest Points daily. For Weekly objectives, you’re chasing 200k points and knocking out 7 out of 11 rotating tasks, so pick your battles wisely. Week 14 (June 10 – June 16): World Bosses, GSI Contracts, and Explosive Chaos Week 14 serves up another buffet of objectives—with…
SWTOR In-Game Events for June 2025: Bounties, Bikes, and Blaster Fire
June in Star Wars: The Old Republic isn’t just hot because of Tatooine’s twin suns—it’s burning with in-game events that are here to stir up mayhem, mount envy, and more reputation farming than you can shake a blaster at. If you’re looking to earn flashy armor, ride like a maniac, or just shoot people for credits (all in the name of justice, of course), this month’s calendar has you covered. Let’s break it down, swoop gang style. 🔫 Bounty Contract Week (June 10–16): Your Inner Mercenary Wants In Level Requirement: 15+Start & End Time: June 10–16, begins and ends at 12:00PM GMT The Bounty Brokers Association is officially back in business. Think of it as the Star Wars version of gig economy crime-fighting—freelancers welcome, no questions asked, just results expected. For one week only, both seasoned hunters and trigger-happy newbies can take on daily contracts to bring down various underworld…
SWTOR’s Ranked PvP Rewards Now Available for Cartel Coins – Broadsword Shakes the Arena
Well, well, well—looks like Broadsword just dropped a loot bomb straight into the PvP warzone. As of this week, some of Star Wars: The Old Republic’s Ranked PvP rewards are now being sold for Cartel Coins, the game’s premium currency. That’s right—items once exclusively earned through sweat, blood, and extremely salty team chat are now just a few clicks (and a few credits) away in the Cartel Market. So, what’s happening here? A reward structure once tightly linked to elite PvP achievements has now been… monetized. Depending on where you stand—casual PvPer, hardcore grinder, or credits-rich collector—this could either be the best news since bolster balancing or the final boss-level betrayal. Let’s break it all down. What’s Being Sold: PvP Bling, Mounts, and More The first wave of Ranked PvP rewards hitting the Cartel Market includes: These were originally tied to high-tier competitive performance in SWTOR’s now-defunct Ranked PvP seasons….
SWTOR Game Update 7.7 “Dynamic Worlds” Patch Notes – The Ultimate Breakdown
Patch notes aren’t usually thrilling. They’re often walls of text that make most eyes glaze over faster than a Jedi mind trick. But SWTOR Update 7.7? This one’s got substance, sparkle, and space drama. The “Dynamic Worlds” update brings some of the most impactful changes the game has seen in recent memory—and yes, we combed through the whole thing so you don’t have to. Whether you’re chasing high-end gear, PvPing in style, or just wondering why your companion finally resummons properly, here’s everything you need to know from the official Game Update 7.7 Patch Notes. Dynamic Encounters Expanded: More Planets, More Mayhem The Dynamic Encounters system that debuted in 7.6 is back—but this time it’s expanding its galactic footprint. Update 7.7 adds encounters to: These spontaneous events now pop up across more starter and capital worlds, bringing a layer of chaos (and loot) to otherwise familiar territories. Bug fixes have…
SWTOR Game Update 7.7 “Dynamic Worlds” Is Live – Here’s Everything You Need to Know
The latest galactic shakeup in Star Wars: The Old Republic has landed, and it’s not pulling any punches. Game Update 7.7, “Dynamic Worlds,” is now live, and it’s bringing a hyperspace-load of new features, content, and tweaks to shake up your journey through the galaxy. Whether you’re slicing your way through enemies on Tython or trying to win some high-stakes PvP duels on Onderon, there’s something in this patch for every class, faction, and credit-hungry adventurer. Let’s unpack everything from the new dynamic encounters to the latest PvP season, and find out why this might be one of the most ambitious updates in recent SWTOR history. New Dynamic Encounters: More Planets, More Problems (in a Good Way) Dynamic Encounters were introduced in Update 7.6, but 7.7 takes the system to new heights. These are spontaneous, immersive events designed to pull you into the action as you explore the galaxy. Previously…
Galactic Seasons Ranked: SWTOR’s First 7 Seasons from Space Gold to Galactic Meh
Galactic Seasons have become a core part of the Star Wars: The Old Republic ecosystem. For over four years now, they’ve offered players a structured way to earn rewards, explore new companions, and sometimes even question why they bothered unlocking yet another set of bug-themed armor. With Season 8 in full swing, it feels like the perfect time to reflect—with humor, honesty, and a pinch of nostalgia—on how the first seven seasons stack up. #1 – Galactic Season 5: Confidence in Power Season 5 took a bold turn by removing the companion reward entirely, and surprisingly, it worked. The small KOTOR-style side story was charming, funny, and repayable, even without voice acting. And the Loth-cat kitten may not have been game-breaking, but it did steal hearts. The Armasaur mount, the fleet-wide rep tokens, and some stylish armor pieces (even if you only wore half the set) sealed the deal. This…
SWTOR Game Update 7.7 Recap: Twitch Drops, PvP Season 8, and Major Quality of Life Upgrades
The galaxy has been buzzing with excitement since SWTOR Game Update 7.7 dropped. Like a well-placed thermal detonator, this update shook things up with fresh content, quality-of-life improvements, and enough tweaks to keep even the most dedicated bounty hunter busy. If you’ve missed the details or just want a breakdown of what’s new and shiny, you’re in the right place. New Flashpoint: Echoes of Vengeance Nothing screams “Star Wars” quite like a new Flashpoint, and Echoes of Vengeance delivers on all fronts. Players are thrust into a chaotic battle with new enemies, challenging bosses, and a storyline that dives deeper into galactic conflicts. If you like your blaster fights with a side of epic lore, this one’s for you. You’ll be cutting your way through enemy lines, discovering hidden secrets, and probably asking yourself, “Did that just happen?” as you blast your way to victory. The loot? Oh, it’s good….
SWTOR Galactic Seasons Objectives (May 6 – June 2): Complete Guide to Rising Powers and Conquest Chaos
The Galactic grind is back, and it’s bringing all the chaos, mayhem, and shiny loot you could want. From May 6 to June 2, SWTOR’s Galactic Seasons 8: “Rising Powers” has unleashed a fresh set of objectives to keep you planet-hopping and boss-smashing all across the galaxy. Whether you’re the kind of player who loves toppling Republic and Imperial guard droids on Alderaan or you just like seeing those Conquest points rack up, there’s something for everyone. Let’s break down each week and see what kind of trouble you can get into—because who needs a peaceful stroll across Balmorra, right? Week 9: May 6th – May 12th Welcome to Week 9, where Conquest Points are your best friend and ancient enemies are begging for a rematch. This week, you’ll be racking up 25,000 Personal Conquest Points daily and aiming for a whopping 200,000 across your Legacy for the week. Hey,…
SWTOR Celebrates May the 4th with Sales, Double XP, and a Free Probe Droid Mini-Pet
It’s that time of year again—the one where lightsabers clash a little louder, Jedi robes get a little more dramatic, and suddenly everyone’s quoting Yoda in work emails. May the 4th is nearly here, and Star Wars: The Old Republic is kicking off its celebrations early with a fresh batch of in-game events, discounts, and yes—an adorable mechanical companion who probably spies on everything. Starting May 1st and running through May 16th, players can dive into double experience, grab massive Cartel Market discounts, and log in to receive a free B25-SAL Probe Droid Mini-Pet. It’s a full-blown party in the galaxy—not even the Sith could ignore these deals. Collections Unlock Sale – Half the Price, All the Perks If you’ve ever hovered over that Collections unlock button and hesitated, now’s your moment. For the duration of the event, Collections unlocks are 50% off across the board. That means all those…
SWTOR’s Master the Fight: Storm I Edition Bundle Is Here – And It’s Loaded With Goodies
There are new ways to conquer the galaxy — and now, you can do it while looking sharper, riding faster, and stacking Cartel Coins like a true galactic powerhouse. The Master the Fight: Storm I Edition bundle has officially landed in Star Wars: The Old Republic (SWTOR), and it brings enough gear, mounts, and shiny new toys to make even a Sith Lord pause mid-lightning attack to admire it. Priced at $99.99 USD, this limited-time offer is packed with value, bonus currency, and a ride so fast it might just make your Force leap feel unnecessary. Let’s break down everything included and why this might be the perfect time to join (or rejoin) the galactic fight. What’s Included in the Master the Fight: Storm I Edition Bundle? The Master the Fight: Storm I Edition isn’t just a random bundle of digital goodies tossed together like a Jawa garage sale. This…
🎉 SWTOR Celebrates Star Wars Celebration 2025 with Free In-Game Rewards
It’s that time of year when the Force flows a little stronger through the galaxy—and this time, it’s bringing some seriously shiny loot with it. To honor Star Wars Celebration™ 2025, Star Wars: The Old Republic is dishing out exclusive themed rewards, including a fancy new mount, a floating pod that screams “party time,” and an adorable minipet that might just become your new space-sidekick. And yes, there’s even a developer cameo on the official Star Wars Celebration LIVE™ stream, because SWTOR isn’t just sending loot—it’s showing up with style. 📺 SWTOR Takes the Stage at Star Wars Celebration LIVE™ Mark those calendars and prepare your viewing snacks. On Saturday, April 19th, SWTOR’s Narrative Director, Ashley Ruhl, will appear in a special segment during the Star Wars Celebration LIVE™ stream. Expect insights, updates, and maybe a few story teases. If you happen to miss it while fighting Sith Lords or…
SWTOR Galactic Seasons Objectives: April 8 – May 5, 2025 Breakdown
The Holoterminal has updated, the reputation vendors are restocking, and it’s time once again to earn rewards across the galaxy. BioWare has officially rolled out the Galactic Seasons objectives for Star Wars: The Old Republic for the period of April 8 through May 5, 2025 — and this cycle is stacked with variety. 📆 Week 5: April 8 – April 14, 2025 Daily Objective: Weekly Objectives (Pick 7 of 11): 📆 Week 6: April 15 – April 21, 2025 Daily Objective: Weekly Objectives (Pick 7 of 11): 📆 Week 7: April 22 – April 28, 2025 Daily Objective: Weekly Objectives (Pick 7 of 11): 📆 Week 8: April 29 – May 5, 2025 Daily Objective: Weekly Objectives (Pick 7 of 11): 🧠 Why Galactic Seasons Matter (Besides the Cosmetic Drip) Each completed objective contributes to your Galactic Seasons track, which dishes out cartel coins, armor sets, companions, mounts, and other…
SWTOR Q1 2025 Executive Producer Letter Recap: Celebration, Mounts, Raids & Future Updates
The latest Star Wars: The Old Republic Executive Producer Letter has landed—and it’s packed tighter than a Jawa sandcrawler during Life Day. From shiny new Twitch drops and character upgrades to incoming Star Wars Celebration 2025 content, the dev team is clearly in hyperdrive mode. Here’s a full breakdown of everything you need to know from the Q1 2025 update—including what’s already in-game, what’s about to hit the Public Test Server (PTS), and how you can score some free loot without lifting anything heavier than a login key. 🎮 Galactic Season 8: Rising Powers Is Live First off, Game Update 7.6.1 introduced the latest Galactic Season: Rising Powers. This season adds a twist with Uprising buffs, giving those often-overlooked encounters a fresh coat of relevance. Featured Rewards Include: It’s not every day you get to fly around like a fancy diplomat while swinging a saber. But now, you can. With…
SWTOR Character Modernization and Relentless Replication Master Mode Hit the PTS
There’s nothing like a trip to the Public Test Server to remind everyone that yes, your character’s jawline might be smoother than before, and no, you still probably won’t survive that new Master Mode boss fight. BioWare just opened up the latest SWTOR PTS round, and it’s bringing two big updates: Character Modernization improvements and a preview of Relentless Replication Master Mode. If you’ve been longing for a slightly less polygonal neck seam or feel like punishing yourself with the galaxy’s hardest Propagator Core, this one’s for you. 💅 Character Modernization: Now With 100% More Neck Seam Polish The SWTOR team has been on a slow but steady journey to improve character visuals without launching a full remaster. The latest batch of Character Modernization updates on the PTS focuses on two specific upgrades: ✨ What’s New? These changes are subtle but aim to improve the immersion, especially in cutscenes where…
SWTOR April 2025 In-Game Events: Bounties, Bikes & Biohazards
April in Star Wars: The Old Republic is shaping up to be less about flowers and more about flamethrowers, swoop bike stunts, and biological hazards. If your idea of spring cleaning involves rocket launchers, questionable vaccines, and chasing criminals across the galaxy, you’re in luck. Here’s a breakdown of all the in-game chaos you can expect this month—and what shiny loot you can snag while you’re at it. 🔫 Bounty Contract Week (April 1–7) Level Requirement: 15+Location: Multiple planets. Bring fuel and maybe snacks.Event Time: Begins and ends at 12:00PM GMT Kicking things off on April 1—but this is no prank—the Bounty Brokers Association is opening its metaphorical doors to anyone willing to blast, arrest, or otherwise “neutralize” some of the galaxy’s most unpleasant inhabitants. It’s like a job fair, if the jobs involved thermal detonators and chasing down gangsters on desert planets. Each day, you get access to: Whether…
A Rocky Start: SWTOR’s Galactic Season 6 Stumbles Out of the Gate
Well, the new Galactic Season in Star Wars: The Old Republic has officially launched—and let’s just say, it didn’t exactly arrive with the elegance of a Jedi meditation circle. Instead, it crash-landed like a smuggler’s freighter with one engine on fire and the landing gear missing. The rollout of Galactic Season 6 has left more than a few players scratching their heads, or, more accurately, shouting into general chat. From confusing mission design to game-breaking bugs, this launch has been… complicated. 🧩 What’s Going On With Galactic Season 6? The new season was supposed to shake things up with new companions, updated objectives, and tweaks to how rewards and progression work. In theory, that’s great. But the early implementation left a lot of players confused or frustrated—especially those diving in right away. One of the key issues? The mission structure. Several objectives required content that wasn’t fully available, leading to…
Romance, Roleplay, and Republic Credits: Date Night in Star Wars: The Old Republic
There’s a new feature in Star Wars: The Old Republic that’s turning heads faster than a Jedi spinning in a lightsaber duel. BioWare has decided it’s time for players to stop saving the galaxy for five minutes and maybe take someone special out for a nice Corellian dinner. Yes, Date Night is officially canon… or at least canon-adjacent, depending on how seriously you take your MMO storylines. This quirky addition, detailed in Thumbsticks’ full article, brings romance front and center, with a healthy side of awkwardness and enough emotional XP to level up your feelings. What Is the Date Night Feature in SWTOR? Introduced in the 7.4.1 update, Date Night is a new mission type tailored for players who’ve locked in romantic relationships with their companions. If you’ve previously chosen to pursue a love interest during your galactic travels, you’ll now get to engage in personal story-driven scenes where the…