Welcome to the Galaxy Far, Far Away
Hey there, fellow gamers! Have you heard the exciting news? The original Star Wars: Battlefront games are making a grand return to modern platforms! Aspyr is pulling out all the stops to bring back these beloved classics by Pandemic Studios. Get ready to dive back into the epic battles of the Star Wars universe on your PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, or PC on March 14th, 2024.
A Blast from the Past
For those who missed out on the original Star Wars: Battlefront games, let me paint you a picture of what you can expect. Imagine the scale and scope of the Battlefield series meets the iconic Star Wars film series. Picture yourself wielding laser blasters, commanding tanks, and engaging in thrilling aerial combat. And that’s just the tip of the lightsaber! The sequel even lets you step into the shoes of Jedi and Sith for some epic lightsaber duels.
These games are more than just classics – they’re a journey back in time to the early days of console online gaming. The first game hit the scene in 2004 on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation 2. Each platform had its own player count limitations, with PS2 supporting 16 players, Xbox hosting 32, and PC boasting a whopping 64. The remasters are based on the PC version, promising a full 64-player online multiplayer experience. Plus, you can enjoy split-screen local gameplay and dive into the Galactic Conquest single-player mode, featuring battles from all six films.
Unleash the Bonus Content
But wait, there’s more! The remasters come packed with bonus content to sweeten the deal. Battlefront treats you to the iconic Jabba’s Palace map, while Battlefront II throws in Bespin: Cloud City, Rhen Var: Harbor, Rhen Var: Citadel, and Yavin 4. Not to mention the bonus heroes Asajj Ventress & Kit Fisto for Arena mode.
Hero Assault mode has also received a major upgrade, allowing you to battle it out on all ground maps, including Death Star, Kashyyyk, Kamino, and Naboo for the first time. The galaxy is truly your playground in these remasters.
Looking to the Future
Now, I know what you’re thinking – will there be cross-play? That’s a burning question on many gamers’ minds, and while we don’t have the answer just yet, I have a feeling that Aspyr has some surprises in store for us.
So, mark your calendars for March 14th, 2024, and get ready to revisit the Star Wars universe in a whole new light. May the Force be with you, fellow gamers!