Star Wars: Zero Company
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Star Wars Zero Company takes 30-40 hours to beat 'depending on your difficulty level and experience with the strategy genre' but won't have a New Game Plus mode
Bit Reactor has confirmed that Star Wars Zero Company's main campaign will take between 30 and 40 hours to complete, depending on player experience and difficulty settings. The single-player, turn-based tactics game will not feature a New Game Plus mode, romance systems, or branching story paths, though minor story moments can be influenced by squad composition. The game launches on August 27 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Series S, and will include cosmetic customization options and voice acting from Dee Bradley Baker.
You only get one, permakillable Jedi Padawan in Star Wars Zero Company, but that's fine because I'm going to roll an R2-D2 deathsquad anyway
Star Wars Zero Company, a tactics RPG from Bit Reactor and Electronic Arts, features a permakillable Jedi Padawan named Tel-Rea, but allows players to field entire squads of R2-D2 units. The game will be a 30-40 hour linear experience with 12 classes, no plot branching, and no modding support. Players can choose to disable permadeath, and the game launches on August 27th.
Star Wars Zero Company is a 30-40 hour linear game with no New Game+, and I'm totally OK with this
Star Wars Zero Company is estimated to be a 30-40 hour linear experience with no New Game+ mode, a design choice the author finds acceptable. Developer Bit Reactor confirmed the game's length and linear structure, noting that some customization options will be unlockable on subsequent playthroughs, though official mod support will not be available.
Star Wars Zero Company won't have official mod support, confirms Bit Reactor, but it has 'a lot of respect for…
Bit Reactor, the developer of Star Wars Zero Company, has confirmed that the game will not feature official mod support at launch. Lead producer Caydence Funk stated that while the studio respects the modding community, official tools are not planned. This decision comes despite significant fan requests and the success of modding in similar titles like XCOM 2.
Star Wars Zero Company's story 'is a linear one from beginning to end', Bit Reactor says, so don't expect branching paths or romance options
Developer Bit Reactor has confirmed that Star Wars Zero Company will feature a linear story with no branching paths or romance options. While squad composition can influence minor story moments and dialogue, the overall narrative conclusion will remain the same for all players. The game will focus on cinematic storytelling within its turn-based tactics gameplay.
Star Wars Zero Company is going all in on Clone customisation, but my favourite armour is restricted to the Deluxe…
Star Wars Zero Company developer Bit Reactor has detailed its extensive Clone Trooper customization options, including paint jobs, patterns, and helmet voice modulation. While most cosmetic options are available from the start, the classic Phase 1 ARC Trooper armor is exclusive to the Deluxe Edition's 'Grand Army of the Republic' pack. The developer confirmed there are no plans for monetization or microtransactions outside of this edition.
'A reveal later this year has been planned' — Hold on to your sabers fellow Star Wars fans, a new report claims Knights of the Old Republic remake will finally be re-revealed soon
The Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake is reportedly set to be re-revealed later this year, with development at Saber Interactive described as smooth and ramping up. While a launch in 2028 is considered a possibility, a mid-to-late 2027 release is the best-case scenario. The project was originally announced in 2021 and later transferred from Aspyr Media to Saber Interactive in August 2022.
Beast of Reincarnation – Everything You Need to Know
Beast of Reincarnation, an action RPG from Game Freak, is set to launch on August 4th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game features a post-apocalyptic setting where players control Emma, who is infected by a blight, and her companion Koo, a wolf-like creature. The title will offer large, explorable stages with traversal mechanics using vines and features combat against transformed beings called Malefacts and powerful Nushi.
What’s Next For Disney Games? D23 Is About To Tell Us
Disney will provide updates on its video game projects at the upcoming D23 expo in August 2026. Panels will cover the 25th anniversary of Kingdom Hearts, new content for Disney Dreamlight Valley, and upcoming Star Wars titles like Star Wars: Zero Company and Star Wars: Galactic Racer. Insomniac's Wolverine game is also expected to be present, though likely without mature content due to the family-friendly nature of the event.
19 unmissable PS5 games still releasing in 2026
This article highlights 19 upcoming PlayStation 5 games scheduled for release in 2026, including titles like Halo: Campaign Evolved, Marvel's Wolverine, and Grand Theft Auto VI. It details various genres and features, from action RPGs and stealth games to fighting and flight simulations, providing a glimpse into the future of PS5 gaming.
Mortal Shell 2 is the latest game to join the Grand Theft Auto 6 release crush, but I don't think it has much to…
Mortal Shell 2 is set to release on August 20, strategically positioning itself before the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6 launch in November. Developer Cold Symmetry aims to differentiate the sequel with a more brutal and aggressive combat system, drawing comparisons to modern Doom games and FromSoftware's style, while also benefiting from high wishlisting numbers on Steam.
New PS5 Star Wars Game Out Today on PlayStation Store
Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains is now available on PlayStation 5 for $29.99. Developed by Behaviour and published by Ubisoft, this Star Wars-themed board game features team-based gameplay with iconic characters and unique abilities. The article also mentions upcoming PlayStation 5 titles Star Wars Zero Company and Star Wars Galactic Racer.
35 Big Games Still Coming Out For The Rest of 2026
This article highlights 35 major video game releases anticipated for the remainder of 2026 across various platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch. It details upcoming titles such as Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, EA Sports College Football 27, Palworld 1.0, and Grand Theft Auto 6, providing brief descriptions and release windows for each.
Star Wars Zero Company looks so good it has me wishing Metal Gear would make tactics games again
The upcoming Star Wars Zero Company tactics RPG has reignited interest in the genre, prompting a discussion about the potential for a new Metal Gear Acid game. The author praises Star Wars Zero Company's XCOM-like gameplay and its potential to revitalize a dormant franchise, while also advocating for a revival of the Metal Gear Acid series, highlighting its unique blend of stealth, deckbuilding, and tactical combat.
Star Wars Zero Company pre-orders include some in-game droid cosmetics you were hopefully looking for
Star Wars Zero Company, a turn-based tactics game, will be released on August 27, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. Pre-orders for both standard and digital Deluxe Editions include the Crystalline Astromech Cosmetic Pack for in-game droids. The PC version is priced lower than console editions.
Games Inbox: Does the Nintendo Switch 2 have enough good games?
Readers express mixed opinions on the recent Nintendo Direct, with many finding it disappointing due to a lack of major first-party announcements and an over-reliance on ports and less popular franchises. Concerns are raised about whether the Nintendo Switch 2 has enough compelling games to justify its upcoming price increase, especially when compared to the more impactful presentations from PlayStation and Xbox.
Stranger Than Heaven's regional price creep on Steam is one more reason I'm feeling wary
The article discusses the increasing regional price creep of games on Steam, using Stranger Than Heaven and Persona 4 Revival as examples of titles with higher UK prices compared to their US counterparts. It highlights Geoff Keighley's comments on the success of affordable indie games and contrasts these with the rising costs of new releases, also touching on the controversial inclusion of Tupac Shakur in Stranger Than Heaven.
Star Wars Zero Company Preorders Are Live: Here’s What’s In Every Edition
Preorders are now live for Star Wars Zero Company, a turn-based tactics strategy game developed by Bit Reactor, set for release on August 27 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. Both the Standard and Digital Deluxe Editions are available, with preorder bonuses including the Crystalline Astromech Cosmetic Pack. The Digital Deluxe Edition also features unique Clone Wars-era cosmetic items and the Shadow Collective DLC pack.
Star Wars Zero Company: How Some of the Greatest Minds in Tactics Games are Pushing the Genre, Again
Star Wars Zero Company, the debut title from Bit Reactor, a studio founded by former Firaxis developers, is a turn-based tactics game set during the Clone Wars. Players will lead a company of mercenaries, customizing their protagonist Hawks and recruiting a diverse roster of characters. The game blends RPG storytelling with XCOM-style tactical combat, featuring a deep bond system between characters and a specialization system for combat roles.
Star Wars Zero Company Is Up for Preorder – Here’s What Comes in Each Edition
Preorders are now available for Star Wars Zero Company, which is scheduled for release on August 27. The article details the contents and pricing of each available edition for the game.