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BioWare Did Something Very Rare For The Time: It Took Star Wars Seriously
This article analyzes BioWare's significant contribution to the Star Wars universe, particularly through the critically acclaimed Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic. It highlights how BioWare's deep understanding of the franchise allowed for rich worldbuilding and a compelling narrative, influencing subsequent Star Wars media and RPGs, despite the recent closure of BioWare and cancellation of its new Mass Effect project.
"It doesn’t have to always be triple-A": Galactic Racer and Zero Company’s success has Lucasfilms wanting more smaller-scale Star Wars games
Lucasfilm Games is looking to fund more smaller-scale Star Wars titles, following the success of games like Star Wars: Galactic Racer and Star Wars Zero Company. Vice president Douglas Reilly stated that good ideas can come from various places, not just major publishers, indicating a desire to explore more niche genres beyond blockbuster concepts.
Bungie is still busy with Marathon and Destiny, but Star Wars could reportedly be next
Bungie is reportedly considering developing a Star Wars game, despite currently being focused on Marathon and Destiny. The studio has prior experience with the Star Wars intellectual property.
Star Wars Zero Company might be a little rough around the edges, but it's also the perfect example of smart game dev you can feel in the playing
Star Wars Zero Company is a heartfelt and smart turn-based tactics game that, despite some rough edges indicative of its development, shines through its engaging gameplay and earnest themes. Developed by Bit Reactor, the game offers a fresh take on the genre with a relaxed default difficulty and a compelling narrative set during the Clone Wars era, blending light entertainment with deeper introspection.
Weekend Discussion - October 18, 2026
This Weekend Discussion from Shacknews reflects on the past two days, highlighting articles about The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Star Wars video games, and reviews for Tales of Eternia Remastered and Tenebris Somnia. The piece also mentions various unrelated topics and encourages reader engagement in the comments.
'I am overwhelmed and overstimulated': The actor behind Star Wars: Galactic Racer’s Biddy Blas is scribbing doon all your enthusiasm
Richard Summers-Calvert, the voice actor for the character Biddy Blas from Star Wars: Galactic Racer, has responded to the unexpected fan enthusiasm for the character. He expressed feeling overwhelmed by the attention but also appreciative of the opportunities it presents.
Evening Reading - October 14, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers several gaming news items, including Rockstar Games' statement on future development timelines after Grand Theft Auto 6, details on The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake features like an enemy gallery and Amiibo support, and the announcement of the pocket-sized Xbox Nano Controller. Epic Games is bringing Fortnite to Linux, and World of Warcraft: Forever is implementing a Temporary Economy Holds system. The article also notes renewed interest in Star Wars games and celebrates the anniversary of Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky.
Fortnite Dev Reportedly Delays New Marvel/Star Wars Shooter Amid “AI Acceleration” Push
Epic Games has reportedly delayed an unannounced shooter collaboration with Disney featuring Marvel and Star Wars characters, shifting its development focus towards an "AI first" production model. CEO Tim Sweeney announced a company-wide pivot to "maximum AI acceleration" to build better content faster, impacting existing projects and potentially altering the development of future titles.
"What's the point of this if you're not feeling something?" Star Wars: Galactic Racer devs on how they bottled Burnout's magic 'game feel'
Developers from Fuse Games, including CEO Matt Webster and Creative Director Kieran Crimmins, discuss how they captured the 'game feel' of Burnout for Star Wars: Galactic Racer. They emphasize the importance of tactile interactions and emotional resonance in game design, drawing parallels to the Star Wars universe and even board game prototyping.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer – Official Launch Trailer
Star Wars: Galactic Racer, a high-speed racing game set in the Star Wars universe, has officially launched. Developed by Fuse Games and published by Secret Mode, the game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. Players can pilot various speeders and podracers through the Galactic League.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer review: Dancing with destruction
Star Wars: Galactic Racer offers an unexpectedly intense and thrilling racing experience, blending high-speed action with a surprisingly deep narrative set in the post-Empire era. Despite some frustrations with its roguelike campaign structure, the game's emphasis on risk-taking and its authentic Star Wars feel make it a standout title.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer review
Star Wars: Galactic Racer offers an arcade racing experience with a run-based structure that proves more engaging than Burnout Paradise's open world. Developed by Fuse Games, a studio founded by ex-Criterion developers, the game features a Star Wars theme with unique characters and planets. While it captures a sense of speed and incorporates interesting mechanics like boost management and build customization, the game suffers from occasional track readability issues and flawed autopilot functionality.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer review: "True to its Burnout legacy, blisteringly fast space racing keeps me coming back to the grid"
Star Wars: Galactic Racer offers exhilarating, high-speed arcade racing with a compelling run-based, roguelike format that sets a new standard for the genre. Developed by former Criterion Games staff, the game features a well-realized Star Wars setting and characters, though the campaign ends abruptly and the planet roster is disappointingly small. Despite minor flaws, its slick gameplay and risk/reward mechanics make it a standout title.
You can get the impressive new Lego Executor Super Star Destroyer three days early, here's how
The new Lego Executor Super Star Destroyer set, officially launching October 4, is available three days early for Lego Insiders members. This massive 6,130-piece model, measuring 53.5 inches long, recreates Darth Vader's flagship with impressive detail and includes a diorama of bounty hunters. While expensive and large, it is considered one of Lego's most impressive Star Wars kits.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer Drops Closer Look At Podracers and a Familiar Face From the Films
Star Wars: Galactic Racer, developed by the minds behind Burnout, will allow players to pilot iconic vehicles from the franchise. A closer look reveals details on Podracers, including the use of Air Brake and Afterburner mechanics, and mentions the return of the character Sebulba. The game is set to release on October 6th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Dave Filoni says it was "so surprising" when George Lucas "created" the Mortis gods – and confirms they will be part of Ahsoka season 2
Dave Filoni confirmed that the Mortis gods, introduced in The Clone Wars, will be a significant part of Ahsoka season 2. He expressed surprise at George Lucas's creation of these archetypal Force beings and discussed the challenges of bringing them and the World Between Worlds from animation to live-action. The upcoming season will also feature the return of Anakin Skywalker.
Zero Company made an old Star Wars fan feel young again - Reader's Feature
A reader's feature praises Star Wars Zero Company for its surprisingly engaging storytelling, which reignited a childhood love for the franchise. The author found the narrative compelling, contrasting it with less impactful recent Star Wars media and games. The game's characters and voice acting are also highlighted as strengths.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Star Wars world confirmed by Steam achievement mega leak
A massive leak of Steam achievements has revealed details about over 70 upcoming games, including the worlds planned for Kingdom Hearts 4. The leak confirms a Star Wars-themed world, likely Tatooine, and several other Disney properties such as Toy Story, Zootopia, and Coco. Square Enix is reportedly furious about the accidental leak, which also includes unannounced games.
Major Kingdom Hearts 4 leak surfaces, new worlds revealed
A significant leak has revealed details about upcoming worlds in Kingdom Hearts 4, including strong evidence of a Star Wars-themed world. Achievements for the game, which is slated for a 2027 release on Nintendo Switch, have appeared on Steam, detailing various in-game locations and objectives.
Why Star Wars Zero Company Keeps Pulling You Back In
Star Wars Zero Company has surprisingly found an audience, achieving the franchise's second-biggest launch on Steam despite performance issues and Electronic Arts' current focus away from single-player narrative titles. Developed by Bit Reactor, a studio comprised of former Firaxis employees, the game succeeds by not directly cloning XCOM 2, but by leveraging its core gameplay loop and strong Star Wars universe integration to create an addictive experience.
