The SWTOR Team

The SWTOR Team



11 Aug



Galactic Seasons 4: “A Passage of Peace” started last month. As a note, Season 4 of Galactic Seasons will end with the 20th week on August 15th, so get in your final season levels while you can!




(Aratech Advanced Weapon Set (from left to right and top to bottom): Aratech Advanced Blaster, Aratech Advanced Blaster Rifle, Aratech Advanced Blaster Assault, Aratech Advanced Sniper Rifle, Aratech Advanced Lightsaber, and Aratech Advanc... Read more

31 Jul

<br> SWTOR In-Game Events for July 2023






Pirate Incursion
Date: June 27th - July 4th (BEGINS AND ENDS AT 12:00PM GMT)
Requirement: Level 20+

The remote planet Dantooine has been thrust into the center of escalating hostilities between the Galactic Republic and the Sith Empire. Spurred on in secret by covert Imperial forces, the Nova Blade pirates have staged an all-out attack on the pastoral Republic world. As the Republic scrambles to defend this key territory at the edge of Imperial space, the Empire plans to capitalize on the chaos and deal a major blow to the longtime Republic bastion.

FEATURED REWARDS:

  • Nova Blade and Dantooine Homesteader Armor Sets
  • Ugnaught Companion
  • Walker Mount
  • ...
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17 Jul





The new PvP season “Reign of Glory” starts on July 18th. In addition to the new rewards coming in Season 3, we’ve made changes to the points players receive on several PvP Maps, including all Huttball Maps. We’ve also adjusted the requirements for Arena Objectives and PvP Arena Weekly Missions. Let’s dive into all the changes coming in Season 3!

PvP Maps

Novare Coast

  • Defenders will receive 700 defender points (up from 500) when guarding a bunker.
  • Defenders will receive 700 defender points when defeating an attacking player near the bunker.
  • Attackers who actively capture the objective will receive 2000 attacker points (1000 for actively capturing and 1000 for any assist work player may have contributed).
  • Attackers will receive 5000 attacker ...
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The new PvP season “Reign of Glory” starts on July 18th. In addition to the new rewards coming in Season 3, we’ve made changes to the points players receive on several PvP Maps, including all Huttball Maps. We’ve also adjusted the requirements for Arena Objectives and PvP Arena Weekly Missions. Let’s dive into all the changes coming in Season 3!

PvP Maps

Novare Coast

  • Defenders will receive 700 defender points (up from 500) when guarding a bunker.
  • Defenders will receive 700 defender points when defeating an attacking player near the bunker.
  • Attackers who actively capture the objective will receive 2000 attacker points (1000 for actively capturing and 1000 for any assist work player may have contributed).
  • Attackers will receive 5000 attacker ...
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Hi folks!

I’ve been a part of SWTOR since well before launch and it’s been an incredible journey. I ended up taking on many different roles on the team over that time, so I’ve seen this game from just about every different angle there is. And honestly, I absolutely love this game—not to mention the people who continue to make it fun. Even after almost 12 years, I see so much room for growth and so much potential in SWTOR.

I know decisions that impact our people are the hardest part of change and evolution, but I believe Broadsword is the right studio to continue to enhance and modernize our game—and also expand the number of people who can play it.

Of course, I’m also very glad that I’ll be moving over with key team leaders and continuing to work with most of our current team. This team...

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11 Jul


The Nar Shaddaa Nightlife event begins today and will be available until August 22nd. During these six weeks, players can test their luck and earn new rewards inspired by the spectacular High Roller Shades! 

Players can also earn new rewards, including the High Roller Skiff Mount and the fashionable High Roller Armor Set in a tradeable crate. Both of these rewards can be obtained from the Emperor’s Grace Machines located in the main areas of the Star Cluster and Club Vertica Casinos.  



High Roller Skiff Mount


In addition to these new rewards, players can also exchange their Golden Certificates for individual, untradeable pieces of the new High Roller Armor Set. Visit one of the Nar Shaddaa Nightlife vendors located at the back of the Star Cluster and Club Vertica casinos on Nar Shaddaa to get these...

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Get your hands on some Cartel Coins and check out new items live in the Cartel Market this week! GEAR UP Rogue Agent Armor Set
Available Now!
(Cassian inspired armor set. Weapon not included).
(The Rogue Agent Armor Set and CP-2 Bryar Blaster can be purchased together in the Rogue Agent Bundle). Desert Weaepons Master Armor Set
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03 Jul


With Game Update 7.3, players will return to Voss and explore an unseen landing zone called Interpreter’s Retreat. Within this new area, players will have the opportunity to experience the new Shrine of Silence Flashpoint. Here is a breakdown of the content players can experience with this new game update!


Story Update - “Old Wounds”

With Darth Nul’s holocron in the Hidden Chain’s possession, players and their allies reinforce their investigations into the ancient Sith’s past. As new information is revealed, so are unexpected truths.

This story update also returns players to the planet Voss where they will join the “Shrine Restoration Initiative” in rebuilding the damage caused by the Eternal Empire’s invasion. Alongside Voss and Gormak members of the Initiative, players will explore the Interpreter’s Retreat, a previously unseen landing zone with new side Missions and Achievements!



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30 Jun

<br> SWTOR In-Game Events for July 2023






Pirate Incursion
Date: June 27th - July 4th (BEGINS AND ENDS AT 12:00PM GMT)
Requirement: Level 20+

The remote planet Dantooine has been thrust into the center of escalating hostilities between the Galactic Republic and the Sith Empire. Spurred on in secret by covert Imperial forces, the Nova Blade pirates have staged an all-out attack on the pastoral Republic world. As the Republic scrambles to defend this key territory at the edge of Imperial space, the Empire plans to capitalize on the chaos and deal a major blow to the longtime Republic bastion.

FEATURED REWARDS:

  • Nova Blade and Dantooine Homesteader Armor Sets
  • Ugnaught Companion
  • Walker Mount
  • ...
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Galactic Seasons 4: “A Passage of Peace” started last month. Similar to the previous season, the Daily and Weekly Season Objectives will be communicated on a month-to-month basis. Here is the list of the Season Objectives from June 6th - July 4th.







Week 11 (June 6th - June 13th)

Daily
Influencing the G...
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28 Jun

Star Wars: The Old Republic Recent Updates! 29/09/2014


We will be taking the servers offline on June 28, 2023 to deploy Game Update 7.3c.

Details:

DATE: June 28, 2023

TIME: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM CT (1:00 PM - 3:00 PM UTC)

VERSION: 7.3c

Patch notes are available here: http://www.swtor.com/patchnotes

Thank you for your patience as we maintain Star Wars™: The Old Republic™!


If you are experiencing issues with the launcher not closing, please follow these troubleshooting steps.


27 Jun





Rakghoul Resurgence on Alderaan
Date: May 30th - June 6th, 2023 (BEGINS AND ENDS AT 12:00PM GMT)
Requirement: Level 25+

The Hyland Organization for Rakghoul Neutralization (T.H.O.R.N.) has issued an official level-2 emergency alert concerning an outbreak of the Rakghoul plague on Alderaan. Quarantines have been put in place to restrict traffic of the plague off-world, but exceptions will be made for individuals with priority clearance.

T.H.O.R.N. is recruiting qualified volunteer emergency responders to travel to affected areas to combat the spread of the Rakghoul plague. More information about the outbreak can be found by checking the News Terminals on the Republic or Imperial Fleet!

T.H.O.R.N. wishes to remind you that plague symptoms can be treated if they are...

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21 Jun

Game Update 7.3b


General

  • Players on the Old Wounds’ crit path on Voss-Ka are now directed through the shuttle to get to the Interpreter's Retreat
  • Various Voss armors set visuals have been fixed, they should now be available as drops from the Shrine of Silence Flashpoint and on the Vendor in the Interpreter’s Retreat.
    • There are some leggings that are still mismatched and will be fixed in a future update
  • The Eternal Commander MK-M Blaster visuals and functionality fixed
  • Imperial players who have made the relevant Saboteur choices will no longer receive an unintended follow-up mail from Tau Idair.
  • The Terminator Droid (Powertech) and Suppression Droid (Vanguard) accuracy debuff now works as intended.
  • The Cartel Market will no longer show an empty item on searches and the last page of the All tab.


Economy Credit Initiative

  • Taxes on consumabl...
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15 Jun

Game Update 7.3a


  • The GTN Buy out price will now work properly when typing a new price.
  • The Preview window no longer resets when other players approach them.
  • The shrubs on Alderaan are now restored.
  • Changing recipients between Legacy and non-Legacy characters should now correctly update mail fees.
  • There is now a fee is added on top of the asked-for amount of credits in COD mails.

13 Jun


We recently hosted the Game Update 7.3: Old Wounds livestream on May 3rd on our Twitch channel. The full recap can be found here.

The Public Test Server (PTS) is now open for players to check out the following content:



The Interpreter’s Retreat

Players will be returning to Voss and will be able to explore a brand new area. This new landing zone is called the Interpreter’s Retreat.

The following will be available for players to test:

  • Side Missions
  • Achievements
  • New Voss-themed rewards



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In honor of Star Wars™ Day, and to show our appreciation for all of our players in a galaxy far, far away, we're giving away the green BX-23 droid! This boxy droid will be sure to follow along in your many adventures!





Simply log in to Star Wars: The Old Republic anytime between May 4th and May 18th and your very own mini-pet will be waiting for you in your in-game mailbox.


Promotion period runs 5/4/23 (1200 GMT) - 5/18/23 (1200 GMT).


In addition to your BX-23 mini-pet, players will also receive two additional benefits that will run for the same duration as the mini-pet login promotion:

  • A 50% off Collection Unlock sale
  • Double XP Event


Join us in celebrating May the 4th and as always, May the Force™ Be with ...

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Game Update 7.3: Old Wounds

Highlight

  • Story Update - “Old Wounds” - This story update brings players to the Wild Space planet, Voss. Players will join the “Shrine Restoration Initiative” alongside Voss and Gormak to explore the Interpreter’s Retreat, a previously unseen landing zone.
  • New Flashpoint: “Shrine of Silence” - In this new Flashpoint, players will team up with one Voss Commando to rescue two Mystics who disappeared in the perilous ruins of Shrine of Silence.
    • Players do not need to complete the Voss storyline to access this Flashpoint available in all modes. More details ...
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05 Jun


If you were unable to watch-or if you want a recap of everything we showed during our Game Update 7.3 Livestream-we’ve got you covered! Below is a breakdown of what we showed, including timestamps for the different segments of our livestream.



Timestamp 05:08

To celebrate the upcoming launch of Game Update 7.3, “Old Wounds,” use the code LotsSahar on the following page to get your own Sa’har Stronghold decoration. Don’t wait too long as this code will only be redeemable until May 18, 2023!



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31 May


The story of Cal Kestis continues in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, from our friends at Respawn Entertainment! This new opus picks up five years after the events of ...

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16 May

Game Update 7.2.1d