Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic
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Bungie and Respawn in talks for Star Wars Battlefront 3 claim insiders
Insiders suggest that Lucasfilm Games is in discussions with multiple studios, including Bungie, Respawn Entertainment, and DICE, regarding the development of Star Wars Battlefront 3. While DICE previously developed the series, Bungie's expertise in gunplay is seen as a potential advantage over the criticized mechanics of Star Wars Battlefront 2. The future of the franchise is considered a central part of Lucasfilm Games' strategy.
Lucasfilm wants to do more Star Wars games like Zero Company and Galactic Racer: 'We’ve tried to be more flexible about who we’re willing to take pitches from'
Lucasfilm Games is adopting a more flexible approach to Star Wars titles, seeking pitches from smaller studios for offbeat games like the tactics title Zero Company and arcade racer Galactic Racer. While large AAA games remain essential, Vice President Douglas Reilly stated the company is open to double-A experiences and prioritizing the fulfillment of player fantasies across various genres. This marks a shift from previous strategies, including the exclusive deal with Electronic Arts.
New ‘more flexible’ Star Wars games to be released after Galactic Racer success
Lucasfilm Games is adopting a more flexible approach to partnerships, seeking out smaller studios for unique Star Wars titles alongside major AAA releases. Recent successes like Galactic Racer and Zero Company have validated this strategy, encouraging the company to explore diverse genres and pitches from a wider range of developers.
If this is the best year for Star Wars games it's not for the reason you think - Reader’s Feature
A reader's feature argues that 2026 is shaping up to be a standout year for Star Wars games, not due to big-budget titles, but because of a diverse range of smaller experiences and community-driven content. Games like Star Wars: Galactic Racer and PowerWash Simulator 2's expansion, alongside ongoing support for Star Wars: The Old Republic and community mods for Star Wars: Battlefront II, contribute to a feeling of a lived-in galaxy.
Star Wars: KOTOR remaster devs are bringing back the Shrek 2 game that might only be good in my childhood memories,…
A remaster of the 2004 game Shrek 2: The Game is reportedly coming to modern platforms, developed by Aspyr. The game, originally released on PlayStation 2, Xbox, and GameCube, featured beat 'em up action, puzzles, and mini-games. The remaster is expected to include 4K resolution support, improved textures, an enhanced UI, and new Photo and Cheat Modes.
Yahtzee is still out there being mean about videogames, and good for him
This article discusses Yahtzee Croshaw's continued work in videogame criticism through his YouTube series, Fully Ramblomatic. It highlights his particular brand of witty, often negative, commentary as a sign of deep care for the medium, noting how his well-observed praise for games like South Park: The Stick of Truth stands out amidst his critiques.
Why is Star Wars suddenly so good at video games? - Reader's Feature
A reader argues that the Star Wars license is currently excelling in video games, revitalizing genres that are otherwise neglected. While acknowledging past quality issues with licensed games, the author praises recent titles like Zero Company and Galactic Racer, attributing their success to Lucasfilm Games' quality control and a focus on diverse genres.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Oct. 2: Steam Autumn Sale and friends
The annual Steam Autumn Sale has begun, offering discounts on a wide range of PC games, including recent releases and older titles. Several other digital storefronts like GOG.com, Epic Games Store, and Fanatical are also hosting their own autumn sales, providing various deals and free games.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer Metacritic score makes it one of the best-rated Star Wars games of all time, beating every…
Star Wars: Galactic Racer has achieved a Metacritic score of 88, making it one of the highest-rated Star Wars games ever, surpassing titles like the Jedi and Battlefront series. The game blends arcade racing with roguelike elements, earning praise for its slick high-speed gameplay.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Sept. 25: GOG.com Autumn Sale
This weekend's PC gaming deals include GOG.com's Autumn Sale featuring DRM-free titles like The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Cyberpunk 2077. Other notable sales are happening on Steam, the Ubisoft Store, and the Epic Games Store, with discounts on a wide variety of games across multiple platforms.
Wookiepedia still feels like home
The author reflects on the enduring presence and personal significance of Wookieepedia, a fan-run wiki for the Star Wars universe. Specific entries like Revan from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic are highlighted as formative experiences, underscoring the wiki's role as a valuable resource for CRPG fans.
"We can get any IP" - Saber CCO on why reviving dormant franchises is the big, obvious secret the the publisher's success, and why Xbox could learn from it
Saber Interactive's Chief Creative Officer Tim Willits believes the company's success stems from its strategy of reviving dormant franchises and ensuring projects can generate four times their cost. He highlighted titles like World War Z and Snow Runner as examples of profitable ventures, and suggested that larger companies like Microsoft could benefit from a similar approach by revitalizing underutilized IPs.
"Somebody will make the Half-Life 2 of AI" - after the Rideshare controversy, Saber CCO says something will come along and "change people's minds" about gen-AI
Saber Interactive's Chief Creative Officer Tim Willits believes a groundbreaking game akin to "Half-Life 2 of AI" will emerge, changing public perception of generative AI in gaming. Despite recent controversy surrounding its use in "Rideshare Stimulator," Saber is experimenting with AI, with Willits emphasizing the need for innovation and the potential for AI to create new experiences, drawing parallels to the initial skepticism surrounding Steam.
Star Wars: Zero Company Cracks the Franchise’s All-Time Review Top Five
Star Wars: Zero Company has achieved an 86 score, placing it among the top five highest-rated Star Wars games of all time. Critics praise its XCOM-style tactics gameplay and deep RPG build-crafting, with some comparing its narrative favorably to Star Wars: Rogue One, though opinions on the story and characters are divided.
Games Inbox: What will be in the Netflix GTA 6 show?
Readers speculate about the content of a rumored Grand Theft Auto 6 Netflix show, with some anticipating a short gameplay reveal padded with interviews. The discussion also touches on disappointing game leaks, the difficulty of modern Mega Man titles, and the current state of the Star Wars and Xbox franchises.
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Legitimized RPGs on the Xbox
This article discusses how Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic helped legitimize role-playing games on the original Xbox console. As the Xbox approaches its 25th anniversary, the game is highlighted as a significant title for Microsoft's platform.
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic devs were so committed to the RPG's bad language that they spent a day…
Developers for Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic faced restrictions from Lucasfilm regarding the use of the word 'damn'. Despite a writer's efforts to find in-film precedents, most instances were removed due to rights holder decisions, though a few remained, contributing to the game's T for Teen ESRB rating.
Star Wars Zero Company is more XCOM than RPG, as dev confirms there's no branching story or romances: "This is still a turn-based tactics game at its heart"
Bit Reactor has confirmed that Star Wars Zero Company will not feature branching story paths or romance options, emphasizing its core identity as a turn-based tactics game. While there will be minor story moments influenced by squad composition, the overall narrative remains linear. The studio, comprised of former XCOM developers, is focusing on strategic gameplay over extensive RPG elements.
The new 'backward compatible' Xbox games on PC run on an OG Xbox emulator inside an Xbox 360 emulator, and…
New original Xbox games available on PC through backward compatibility utilize a complex emulation system. These games run on an Xbox 360 emulator, which in turn runs an original Xbox emulator (XeFu). Independent developers have already leveraged these emulators to run other original Xbox and Xbox 360 titles on PC, showcasing the intricate engineering behind Microsoft's backward compatibility efforts and raising discussions about game preservation.
Xbox releases four original console games on PC thanks to Backwards Compatibility, but they chose the wrong ones
Microsoft has released four original Xbox console games on PC via backwards compatibility, including Fuzion Frenzy, BLiNX: The Time Sweeper, Crimson Skies: High Road to Revenge, and Conker: Live & Reloaded. The article criticizes the selection of games and the lack of achievements at launch, suggesting more popular titles like Halo: Combat Evolved or Jade Empire would have been better choices.
