This patch kicks off this year's Lava Fest, where all the lockout timers for Mustafar instances are lifted, and new items are available on the vendor. Also included in this patch are a number of bugfixes and quality of life improvements.
The Galactic Civil War is a core part of the story of Star Wars, and in SWG, it's the best example of what a sandbox game can be. In this Developer Diary, we'll be sharing the full scope of changes that are coming this year to the GCW, why we've decided to pour everything into this update, and why we're excited for everyone to be able to play it.
Part 4 of the Jedi Developer Diaries delves into the hidden history and uncertain future of Force users in Restoration, where secrecy, survival, and destiny intertwine in a galaxy on edge.
"Look sir – Droids!" The second part of our Mustafar Series coincides with LAVAFEST where the lockout timers are getting thrown out with the oil bath. Enjoy unlimited Mustafar runs and more chances for loot all weekend long! “Droid Army is where we decided to really pump the gas on making these instances fun and challenging. Every enemy is stronger, every attack comes more quickly. This turns it into a race that requires team coordination and speed in order to hold off a relentless attack, forcing you to stay ahead lest you become overwhelmed.”
“Don’t fail me again… Admiral…” The much-anticipated implementation of Officer Ranks has arrived at Restoration. Developers have taken classic components of both Officer Ranks and Base Busting and woven them together into a custom system centered around region defense and planetary control in order to maintain higher ranks. As you climb the ranks the demands grow greater as do the powerful abilities…
This is Part 3 of our Jedi Developer Diaries (see: Part 1: The Inciting Incident & FaQ and Part 2: Life, Death, and the Jedi Ecosystem). In this diary, we’re talking about how Jedi will attain and use the tools they need, as well as the consequences thereof.Jedi FashionOne key change we’re making right off the bat is that Jedi will wear both Robes and Cloaks. Each providing a specific purpose as described below. We’re working with our art team to modify the assets to work together, and to ensure all species can equip them.RobesA Jedi’s robes are a symbol of their rank. Outside of the Jedi Padawan and Jedi Knight robes, which are attained from their respective trials, Robes will be attained through the Force Ranking System (FRS) and can only be worn while maintaining the respective rank. Robes contain stats related to the Force (e.g., Max Force Power, or Force Power Regeneration). Other features of robes include that they do not decay and they can be recolored by Force Ghosts using a consumable mechanic (excluding the Jedi Padawan Robe). The following Robes will be available as part of our core design:
"Chewie, we're home..." In conjunction with the SWG Restoration 1.1 Update, this year's Restoration Homeshow theme was Galactic Civil War. Community members did not disappoint with creative ways to decorate their incredible submissions across the Galaxy.! Let us congratulate Tabek and Shadowreaper for being voted as winners this year! Gathering Crowd gathers in Mos Eisley in anticipation for the event