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Started by Syt, June 12, 2020, 02:11:38 PM

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Syt

June 12, 2020, 02:11:38 PM
https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2020/06/12/star-wars-squadrons-name-and-artwork-have-leaked-on-the-microsoft-store/

QuoteElectronic Arts just can't keep a lid on these new space opera games they've got hanging in the hangar. A game titled Star Wars: Squadrons popped up on the Microsoft Store today with some key art and the phrase "pilots wanted." There wasn't a date associated, but I imagine we can all guess there's a proper announcement planned for this here Squadrons game in short order, eh?

Update: EA have now popped up a YouTube event for the Star Wars: Squadrons trailer reveal which is set to premiere on Monday, June 15th at 4pm BST / 8am PST.

The Squadrons page was briefly up on the Microsoft Store earlier today and was captured and uploaded on Resetera. The poster notes that the "pre-order now" button didn't lead anywhere, but likely indicates the game will be for purchase, not a free-to-play game.

Previously on Star Wars: Leaks, a Twitter bot posting about uploads to the PlayStation store gave up the key art for something called Star Wars: Project Maverick. At the time, I and other folks 'round the internet speculated that Maverick could be a Rogue Squadron game—that star wars pilot 'em up from the Nintendo 64 era. The name Star Wars: Squadrons certainly seems to support that hypothesis. Whether Maverick and Squadrons are the same game or not isn't clear, though they've both got X-wing fighters on 'em.

Before the Maverick leak, a recent Kotaku report had claimed that EA currently have two new Star Wars games in the works. One of which is apparently "a smaller, more unusual project" being worked on at EA Motive. Kotaku confirmed at the time that, according to their knowledge, Project Maverick is Motive's project.




A new attempt at what Attack Squadrons was trying to be? http://languish.org/forums/index.php/topic,10886.msg679350.html#msg679350
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Tamas

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June 12, 2020, 03:03:30 PM

Valmy

#2
June 12, 2020, 03:09:25 PM
Glad they finally remade X-Wing.
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June 14, 2020, 03:41:28 PM
If I can pilot a Y-Wing, I will be happy.  :)
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Syt

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June 15, 2020, 11:43:19 AM Last Edit: June 15, 2020, 11:46:40 AM by Syt
Trailer is out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w0eRkhR1z6A

QuoteBuckle up, take full control of starfighters such as the X-wing and TIE fighter, and feel the adrenaline of strategic first-person 5v5 multiplayer dogfights alongside your squadron.

In a fateful campaign set near the conclusion of the Galactic Civil War, learn what it means to be a pilot in a thrilling STAR WARS™ single-player story. The New Republic fights for freedom. The Empire demands order. We need you to join the galaxy's finest. STAR WARS™: Squadrons is available October 2, 2020 on PlayStation®4, Xbox One, Origin PC, Steam, Epic Games Store, and Virtual Reality (VR) on PlayStation 4 and PC with cross-play support.

Tune in to EA Play on June 18, 4PM PT to watch the gameplay world premiere of STAR WARS™: Squadrons.

Get briefed: https://www.ea.com/games/starwars/squadrons
Pre-order now: https://www.ea.com/games/starwars/squadrons/buy
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About STAR WARS™: Squadrons:

ALL WINGS REPORT IN – Plan skirmishes with your squadron in the briefing room before taking off to the evolving battlefields across the galaxy. Compete in intense 5v5 multiplayer dogfights or unite with your squadron to tip the scales in monumental fleet battles. Together, you're the galaxy's finest.

MASTER LEGENDARY STARFIGHTERS – Take control of different classes of starfighters from both the New Republic and Imperial fleets – including the agile A-wing and the devastating TIE bomber. Modify your ship, divert the power between its systems, and destroy your opponents in strategic space dogfights.

GET IN THE COCKPIT – The cockpit is your home. Use its dashboards to your advantage and – with just a thin hull of metal and glass between you and the perils of space – feel the intensity of combat from a first-person perspective. Take off in thrilling multiplayer modes and a unique single-player Star Wars story, which covers a key campaign near the conclusion of the Galactic Civil War. Immerse yourself in the pilot's seat completely with the option to play the entirety of Star Wars: Squadrons in Virtual Reality on PlayStation 4 and PC.

THE MISSION IS CLEAR – Star Wars: Squadrons is a fully self-contained experience from day one, where you earn rewards through play. Climb the ranks and unlock new components like weapons, hulls, engines, shields, and cosmetic items in a clear path for progression that keeps gameplay fresh and engaging.

A 5v5 MP focused game that you have to pay for .... not quite sold ....

Would have to see the single player options. But I would be really keen on trying this in VR.

Price is 39.99 on Steam.
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Syt

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June 15, 2020, 11:48:46 AM
I'm guessing these are the launch ships? Seems a bit meager. Where's the B-Wing?



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Tamas

#6
June 15, 2020, 02:12:15 PM
Don't be such a nerd Syt, it is possible to have a good game without the B-Wing :P

Syt

#7
June 15, 2020, 02:17:24 PM
Just not very hyped for *another* MP focused Star Wars title. :P
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Barrister

#8
June 15, 2020, 02:21:20 PM
It does seem quite odd that they're charging for it.  By being MP only it would be competing with any number of free to play games.  Plus I'm sure they could earn tons of money by selling B-wings and custom paint jobs to the fanbois.
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Syt

#9
June 15, 2020, 02:24:51 PM
Well, they say it has a single player story. I'm guessing a short 5 or so hour campaign as Battlefront II did.

That said, BF2 did turn into a fun game, and if you just want some quick SW action it's quite serviceable.
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Barrister

#10
June 15, 2020, 02:34:45 PM
I got excited for a moment - thought this was coming out June 18... but no, that's just when they show off some gameplay.

Available Oct 2.
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Tamas

#11
June 15, 2020, 03:01:26 PM
Yeah I don't like its small squad multiplayer AND you have to pay for it. Not a good start.

FunkMonk

#12
June 15, 2020, 04:23:53 PM
I'm not sure why it's 5v5. Battlefront 2's starfighter mode has a lot higher player counts per team.
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Barrister

#13
June 15, 2020, 04:31:46 PM
Quote from: FunkMonk on June 15, 2020, 04:23:53 PM
I'm not sure why it's 5v5. Battlefront 2's starfighter mode has a lot higher player counts per team.

It made me think of War Thunder, which has a lot more planes than 5 x 5 as well.
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celedhring

#14
June 15, 2020, 04:36:18 PM
The reference to "monumental fleet battles" makes me think there will be larger modes, where you can join as part of a 5-man squadron.
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