Published Nov 13, 2026, 2:30 AM EST
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Star Wars is at yet another crossroads. Not everyone was happy with how the sequel trilogy turned out, especially when it comes to The Rise of Skywalker. There was an attempt to try something different with Solo and The Mandalorian & Grogu, but those didn't work out great financially.
As Disney preps multiple projects like Star Wars: Starfighter with Ryan Gosling, fans are wondering where the direction of the franchise could go, especially with TV shows in the works. For now, though, you can check out a special corner of the galaxy with Masters of the Force, launching soon.
Announced by way of developer Broadsword Online Games and publisher Electronic Arts, Star Wars: The Old Republic is getting a huge update with Masters of the Force, the next major overhaul for the free-to-play MMO. While the game initially debuted in 2011 under the BioWare banner, it was eventually moved to Broadsword Online Games in 2023, and it's still getting updates to this day.
Here's what you can expect from Masters of the Force overall:
"Prepare for the launch of Masters of the Force, a new Star Wars: The Old Republic Era beginning with the Galaxy in Chaos storyline, the world of Ryloth, new overworld Difficulty Modes, challenging Ventures, a new 3 Boss Operation, an increased level cap, new abilities, gearing updates, quality-of-life improvements, and more."
One of the biggest additions is Ryloth, the homeworld of the Twi'lek race, who have been part of the series since the original trilogy. It'll sport "brutal" terrain, as well as dangerous people to avoid (and exploit), including the Hutt Cartel.
To add (or detract) from that danger, you can further customize your difficulty options in SWTOR, including story, veteran, and master settings. The former is described as a "cinematic story-driven journey," while the latter is the "ultimate challenge." All of this will be compatible with other friends, who can choose their own difficulty.
As for the story, there's a lot going on in the world of SWTOR:
"Darth Malgus’s legacy has been broadcast to every Force sensitive being across the galaxy, sowing chaos and unrest in its wake. Will this message inspire hope, fear, or vengeance? For good or ill, the Galaxy is forever changed. Galaxy in Chaos explores the consequences of Malgus’s actions and the rising unrest spreading across the Republic, the Sith Empire, and beyond."
Beyond difficulty settings, there's the option for "Classic" or "Expert" characters, with new goals, additional progression, and unique rewards. Then there's the battle with the Children of Nul, acolytes of Darth Nul, who was destroyed by the Emperor.
Other ancillary additions include a level cap increase to 85, new abilities across all character types, an overhauled gear system, and a better leveling experience. "More details are on the way," including a public test server (PTR) period.
With the complete overhaul to the leveling experience, this might be the best time to try out Star Wars: The Old Republic.
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