Star Wars Zero Company is an upcoming single-player turn-based tactics game being developed by new studio Bit Reactor and produced by Respawn. Right now, there is very little known about Star Wars Zero Company, but the game's reveal was quite a surprise. A single-player turn-based Star Wars game was unexpected, but that isn't the only exciting surprise that comes with this game's reveal.
The turn-based genre has been a staple in the industry for several decades now. Some of the most notable games in this genre include the Civilization franchise and XCOM. Developer Firaxis Games was the studio responsible for putting these two series on the map, and Star Wars Zero Company has an intriguing tie to the company. The team at Bit Reactor is made up of several Firaxis Games veterans, making Star Wars Zero Company an exciting prospect for longtime fans of the genre.
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More About Star Wars Zero Company Will Be Revealed Soon
- The first official look into Star Wars Zero Company can be seen on April 19.
- The turn-based spin-off will be showcased at the official Star Wars Celebration being held in Japan.
- The game is set to be released for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. There's no word on if a Switch 2 port is being planned.
Right now, the impending first look, genre confirmation, and reveal of its Firaxis Games connection are the only concrete pieces of information to draw conclusions from. Although these are simply breadcrumbs, April 19 will hopefully bring a lot more to light. There's no way to know exactly what the first look at Star Wars Zero Company will entail, but a brief glimpse at gameplay and peek into its story will hopefully be included. Both the Civilization franchise and XCOM series have been some of the biggest turn-based hits, and Star Wars Zero Company could be signaling a return to a solid turn-based experience.
Bit Reactor was co-founded by Greg Foertsch, who serves as the company's CEO.
A Change of Pace for Star Wars Games
Star Wars has maintained a strong single-player presence over the years, but the franchise's recent AAA offerings have given a lot of gamers whiplash. While the Star Wars Jedi series has been praised, last year's Star Wars Outlaws left a lot of players disappointed. There are also a handful of other Star Wars projects currently in development, and their scopes are much larger than what a turn-based tactics game implies. The turn-based route is definitely not a bad thing, though. It's quite interesting, and it could prove to be just the right shake-up for Star Wars games right now.
Star Wars Zero Company's focus on strategy could present some compelling gameplay options, and for those who particularly love Firaxis Games' heyday, this new take on the franchise might prove to be an underrated Star Wars story. The turn-based tactics genre has been in need of a kick, and Star Wars Zero Company has the potential to be the game that reignites this type of experience.
Star Wars Zero Company could be signaling a return to a solid turn-based experience.
Quantic Dream is currently working on Star Wars Eclipse while Saber Interactive is still developing the KOTOR remake.
Star Wars Zero Company Adds to an Already Big Year
2025 has been filled to the brim with both big releases and announcements. While it might be unlikely for Star Wars Zero Company to launch this year, it's not impossible. A release date could possibly be revealed on April 19, but only time will tell. Thankfully, for Civilization and XCOM fans craving more turn-based gameplay, Star Wars Zero Company might be waiting just around the corner.
Star Wars Outlaws
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 75 /100 Critics Rec: 68%
- Released
- August 30, 2024
- ESRB
- T For Teen // Violence, Simulated Gambling, Mild Language
- Developer(s)
- Massive Entertainment
- Publisher(s)
- Ubisoft, Lucasfilm Games
- Engine
- Snowdrop
- Franchise
- Star Wars
WHERE TO PLAY
Experience the first-ever open world Star Wars game and explore distinct planets across the galaxy, both iconic and new. Risk it all as Kay Vess, an emerging scoundrel seeking freedom and the means to start a new life. Fight, steal, & outwit your way through the galaxy’s crime syndicates as you join the galaxy’s most wanted. If you’re willing to take the risk, the galaxy is full of opportunity.
DISCOVER A GALAXY OF OPPORTUNITY
Explore distinct planets with bustling cities and cantinas before racing across sprawling outdoor landscapes on your speeder. Each planet brings new adventures, unique challenges, and enticing rewards if you’re willing to take the risk.
EXPERIENCE AN ORIGINAL SCOUNDREL STORY
Live the high-stakes lifestyle of an outlaw. With Nix by your side, turn any situation to your advantage: fight with your blaster, overcome enemies with stealth and gadgets, or find the right moments to distract enemies and gain the upper hand.
EMBARK ON HIGH-STAKES MISSIONS
Take on high-risk, high-reward missions from the galaxy’s crime syndicates. Steal valuable goods, infiltrate secret locations, and outwit enemies as one of the galaxy’s most wanted. Every choice you make influences your ever-changing reputation.
JUMP INTO THE PILOT SEAT
Pilot your ship, The Trailblazer, as you engage in thrilling dogfights with The Empire and other foes, finding the right opportunities to chase, evade, and attack to get the upper hand.
- Genre(s)
- Open-World, Action-Adventure
