Star Wars: Squadrons is now available, offering the chance to jump into
the cockpit of a starfighter and engage in space dogfights in the Star Wars
universe. This is out for Windows and consoles, and the PC edition, which
includes optional virtual reality support, can be purchased through
Origin, the
Epic Games Store, or
Steam.
Here's the most recent
Official Gameplay Trailer and here's a description of what to
expect:
Master the art of starfighter combat in the authentic piloting
experience STAR WARS™: Squadrons. Buckle up and feel the adrenaline of
first-person, multiplayer space dogfights alongside your squadron. Pilots who
enlist will step into the cockpits of starfighters from both the New Republic
and Imperial fleets and fight in strategic 5v5 space battles. Modify your
starfighter, and adjust the composition of your squadron to suit varying
playstyles and crush the opposition. Pilots will triumph as a team and complete
tactical objectives across known and never-before-seen battlefields, including
the gas giant of Yavin Prime and the shattered moon of Galitan.
Take control of starfighters such as the X-wing and TIE fighter. Customize
loadouts and cosmetics. Divert power between weapons, shields, and engines while
immersing yourself in the cockpit. In addition, players will have the option to
play the entirety of the game in virtual reality!
Learn what it means to be a pilot in a thrilling STAR WARS™ single-player story
set after the events of Return of the Jedi. Seen from alternating perspectives
between 2 factions, iconic and emerging leaders on both sides are battling for
the galaxy. The New Republic fights for freedom. The Empire demands order. We
need you to join the galaxy’s finest.
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.
Live your STAR WARS pilot fantasy — 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 VR.
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.