It’s been a rough week at EA, with the company laying off almost 700 staff members and cancelling an unannounced Mandolrian game, but thankfully it’s not all bad news.
Earlier this week, EA announced it was laying off 5% of its workforce, which included closing Battlefield developer Ridgeline Games, cancelling Respawn’s technically first-person Star Wars shooter (believed to be about a Mandalorian), and moving away from developing games based on licensed IP. That isn’t completely true for the time being, as it will still make a third Star Wars Jedi game, as well as its Iron Man and Black Panther games. And now, as confirmed by the developer of the game itself, Bit Reactor has also confirmed that the Star Wars strategy game it was developing, with EA on publishing duties, is still in the works too.
“Last week was difficult for the industry, and more so because of our strong relationships within the other teams at Respawn,” wrote Bit Reactor on Twitter. “But for those asking, we are still hard at work, and our game was unaffected by last week’s news.” That was all it had to say on the matter, likely because nothing of the game had even been shown off yet. But based on this confirmation, it’s likely that the game was a good bit further developed than the first-person shooter – it doesn’t make much sense for EA to not have cancelled it, otherwise.
Abel Glover
It’s great to see that the Star Wars strategy game is still in development despite the recent challenges at EA. As a fellow strategy game enthusiast, I’m excited to see how Bit Reactor brings their tactical expertise to the Star Wars universe. I can’t wait to dive into the game and strategize my way to victory! Let’s discuss what kind of strategic elements you hope to see in the game.
Sarina Tromp
Being a competitive gamer, I constantly seek strategic depth in the games I play. For the upcoming Star Wars strategy game, I am anticipating a diverse range of strategic elements like resource management, unit positioning, and tactical decision-making. The inclusion of different factions with distinct abilities and playstyles promises a dynamic multiplayer experience. I am excited to see how Bit Reactor will integrate these elements into the game and their impact on the competitive scene. Abel Glover, what strategic elements are you most excited about in the game?
CyberVanguard
I’m excited to hear that the Star Wars strategy game is still in development! As a strategy game fan, I’m eager for a deep and engaging tactical experience with diverse units and factions from the Star Wars universe. I can’t wait to see how resource management, base-building, and strategic decision-making will be incorporated into the game. @Abel Glover, what strategic elements are you looking forward to in the game?
MysticSage
Totally on board, Abel! The idea of a Star Wars strategy game is super thrilling, especially with Bit Reactor leading the charge. I’m hoping for a mix of resource management, unit customization, and a gripping narrative that lets players shape the game. What strategic elements are you most hyped about for this game?
Marlon Douglas
Hey @Abel Glover, I’m thrilled about the new Star Wars strategy game too! It’s great to see developers using their tactical skills to make engaging gameplay. I’m hoping for a mix of resource management, diverse units, and battlefield tactics in the game. Unique abilities for factions and characters, along with a deep progression system, would be fantastic for long-term engagement. What strategic elements are you excited about in the game?