What Lucasfilm's AA Strategy Means for Future Star Wars Game…
Players can expect a wider variety of Star Wars games across genres, as Lucasfilm embraces smaller studios and experimental projects alongside blockbuster releases.
Players can expect a wider variety of Star Wars games across genres, as Lucasfilm embraces smaller studios and experimental projects alongside blockbuster releases.
Key points - Lucasfilm Games VP Douglas Reilly says smaller AA Star Wars games are part of the strategy alongside AAA titles. - Star Wars Zero Company and Star Wars Galactic Racer, both from independent studios, were well received this year. - Fuse Games, developer of Galactic Racer, was founded by former Criterion veterans who worked on Battlefront. - Lucasfilm is open to partnering with studios that lack a track record if they have experienced staff. - Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic is in development at Arcanaut Studios under Casey Hudson.
Timeline - 2019: Battlefront series had sold 33 million units combined as of this year. - 2025: Star Wars Zero Company and Star Wars Galactic Racer launched to positive reception. - Recently: Douglas Reilly discussed Lucasfilm's flexible partnership strategy on The Game Business Show.
FAQ
Q: Will there be more Star Wars games from indie studios? A: Yes, Lucasfilm Games says partnering with independent studios is part of its strategy, and more surprises are planned.
Q: What is Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic? A: It's an upcoming single-player RPG from Arcanaut Studios, led by Casey Hudson, a veteran of Knights of the Old Republic and Mass Effect.
Q: Are AAA Star Wars games like Battlefront still happening? A: Absolutely. Reilly confirmed huge AAA games remain essential, but smaller AA titles will also be part of the mix.
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