Pilots, buckle up and prepare for battle! Today, Electronic Arts Inc., Motive Studios and Lucasfilm have the highly anticipated Star Warsexperience called realistic first-person space combat Star Wars: Squadrons released. The game features thrilling 5v5 multiplayer combat with starfighters and an original Star Warsstory set after the events in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. The popular US gaming website Polygon even says: “Star Wars: Squadrons is the space flight simulation that fans have dreamed of for a generation.In this authentic new story, players will fly to the front lines of an escalating conflict from an alternating perspective from two fully configurable pilots: a pilot from the New Republic and a pilot from the Galactic Empire.
Star Wars: Squadrons offers the possibility to play in Virtual Reality on PlayStation 4 and PC, allowing players to experience every drift, dodge and maneuver as if they were in the cockpit themselves. It’s not easy to learn the technique and controls you need to be among the very best pilots of the Star Warsuniverse. For players who want to test themselves and make their pilot dream come true, the game features Hands On Throttle-And-Stick (HOTAS) support for PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. This allows players to adjust their level in the game and take full control of their ship.
“As a lifelong Star Wars fan, I have taken an incredible journey to bring the space battles to life in a way that is true to the franchiseSaid Ian Frazier, Creative Director, Motive Studios. “It all starts in the cockpit, the center of the action. We’ve worked closely with Lucasfilm to match the pilot’s perspective with the aesthetics from the movies, creating an authentic Star Wars gaming experience that makes fans feel like they’re behind the wheel. We are thrilled to bring this experience to players around the world, who can now engage in battles together across space.”
Players can start their adventure in Star WarsSquadrons and their flying skills develop in a compelling single-player story with brave pilots and rival commanders as they fight for freedom on behalf of the New Republic or maintain order by the vision of the Galactic Empire. Central to the story is Project Starhawk: a spaceship project crucial to the New Republic and eager to take down the Galactic Empire. During multiple missions of an entire single-player campaign, players will report to two leaders: Lindon Javes, Commander of the New Republic’s Vanguard Squadron, and Terisa Kerill, Commander of the Titan Squadron of the Galactic Empire, whose deep rivalry the provides the breeding ground for countless confrontations in the story.
Star Wars: Squadrons features intense 5v5 multiplayer combat in two main modes: Dogfight and Fleet Battles. In Dogfight, players work with their squad to execute the best tactics and destroy as many opponents as possible, while in Fleet Battles, players join their squad in all-out, strategic cat-and-mouse battles to demolish opponents’ flagships. Squadrons also gives players the chance to personalize their starfighters with customization options that can only be unlocked by playing the game.
“We are always looking for new Star Wars stories and experiences for our fansSaid Douglas Reilly, Vice President, Lucasfilm Games. “Star Wars: Squadrons takes players to the pinnacle of one of the most uncertain eras in the history of the Universe, when the balance of power between the New Republic and the Galactic Empire can shift in both directions and the fate of the Universe is still unclear. We are thrilled to give players the chance to realize their Star Wars pilot dreams and experience this original story.”
As players earn their stripes and progress through the game, they can collect components including Primary Weapons, Auxiliaries, Countermeasures, Hulls, Shields, and Engines to fine-tune the performance of their starfighters. These can be equipped with up to three passive components and four active components. Star WarsSquadrons features eight iconic New Republic and Imperial starfighters from four starfighter classes: Fighters, Bombers, Interceptors and Support ships, with a power management system that allows players to distribute power between specific subsystems, including engines, lasers, or shields, to defeat opponents. outsmarting.
Upon release, players can look forward to additional online experiences, including daily challenges to earn Glory. Glory is an in-game currency that can only be earned by playing and used to access cosmetic starfighter and pilot items. In addition, there are Operations: 8-week cycles with their own set of cosmetic rewards that you can earn along with new challenges. Players also earn XP points through the game, and as they level up, they gain access to Requisition points, which allow them to unlock ship components to suit their play style.
In addition, the official soundtrack of Star Wars: Walt Disney Records’ squadrons now available through digital service providers including Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Music and many more. The soundtrack, composed by the masterful Gordy Haab, was recorded with a world-renowned orchestra and features 26 pieces from the game with a retro feel reminiscent of the iconic films with which the Star Warsfranchise started decades ago.
Star Wars: Squadrons is now available digitally and in-store for $ 39.99 on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC through the EA Desktop App, Steam and the Epic Games Store, with support for Virtual Reality (VR) on PlayStation 4 and PC. EA Play * subscribers can enjoy up to 10 hours of playtime immediately upon release, including a 10% discount on the purchase of the full game and instant access to additional in-game bonuses including cosmetic items such as the Interceptor Elegance Helmet and the Ashen Monarch Paint Job Set. EA Play * Pro subscribers get full access to Star Wars: Squadrons on PC and can enjoy all the benefits of EA Play during their subscription. For more information about Star Wars: Squadrons you visit: https://www.ea.com/nl-nl/games/starwars/squadrons
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