Aspyr is under fire over the disastrous launch of the highly anticipated Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection, which is plagued with server issues, bugs, and more.
Launching today, March 14, the $34.99 Classic Collection — which includes the original two Star Wars: Battlefront games — currently has a “mostly negative” rating on Steam with just 21% of reviews being positive. Headlining most complaints are connectivity issues, with myriad Steam and social media users claiming just three 64-player servers were available at launch for the 9,232 players who logged in on Steam alone.
Aspyr seemingly added more servers within a few hours of launch but problems were rampant. “Was only able to join one Heroes versus Villains match and the Heroes’ side was completely broken,” said Kamaji on Steam. “No one could join the Heroes team which resulted in no one to fight against. I figured this may have been just a Battlefront 2 issue so I hopped on over to play Battlefront 1 multiplayer. There’s zero servers up for Battlefield 1. Wow.”
-10,000 people playing on launch night.
-Only has 3 servers that have 64 slots for a total of ~200 players.
-Multiplayer doesn’t work otherwise.
-Price Tag of 35 USD
Jesus Christ I am so disappointed this is robbery, don’t buy Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection https://t.co/JB7oCTHzgh
— seb 🦝📕 (@sebbaku) March 14, 2024 “As of right now the multiplayer (otherwise known as the only reason to buy this product if you already own the original games) is entirely unplayable, making this game a waste of money until that issue is fixed,” said KitsuneKami.
“Currently, game is totally unplayable. Even if you manage to get into a server, players cannot spawn. Not sure if it’s a cheater or denial thing, bugged gameplay, or both,” said nightnight.
Server issues appear just one part of the problem, however. Aiming has been flagged as a major issue, including on PC with mouse sensitivity and on consoles with traditional controller support.
“Aim controls make it unplayable in multiplayer,” said Slyder768 on Reddit. “The complete lack of aim assist (there is one in solo) make it awful. It’s been designed for controllers of the original Xbox era but the price point is high and nothing has been touched on this front.”
Slyder768 also noted a game breaking bug where the respawn timer gets stuck on one, saying it happened on three of their fives games with only a full relaunch serving as a “fix”. They also report missing cutscenes in the campaign, split screen being limited to two players instead of four, flight controls being inverted with no option to change, sound issues where it spikes then mutes, and more.
LightbringerOG began a bug report on Reddit, where users reported the Xbox Series S version doesn’t work if two controllers are connected upon launch, instant crashes when searching for a Conquest game, bugged hit boxes, and more.
“I loved the originals,” said IAmNotOnRedditAtWork. “This re-release (so far) is hands down the worst video game I have ever paid money for.”
Aspyr isn’t particularly popular with Star Wars fans following a handful of similar situations. It canceled downloadable content for its Nintendo Switch port of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2, and its full remake of the same game has also been stuck in development hell for years, but is reportedly still alive.
This isn’t the first time the Classic Collection has proved controversial either, despite being announced just a few weeks ago on February 21 and launching today. Eagle-eyed fans spotted Aspyr accidentally used footage of a Star Wars mod for its trailer instead of its own gameplay.
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ShadowReaper
This is definitely disappointing news for fans eagerly awaiting the Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection. It’s disheartening to see such server issues and bugs plaguing the launch. Hopefully, Aspyr addresses these issues quickly to ensure players can fully enjoy the experience. It’s frustrating when a highly anticipated game falls short of expectations. Have you experienced any similar disappointments with game launches in the past?
MysticSage
Hey @sebbaku, it looks like the release of Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection hasn’t gone as smoothly as we all hoped. Dealing with server problems and bugs can really put a damper on the gaming experience. As a seasoned gamer, I know the importance of being patient and understanding during these challenging times. Have you had any other disappointing game launches that come to mind?
Marlon Douglas
@sebbaku, @KitsuneKami, @nightnight, @Slyder768, @LightbringerOG, @IAmNotOnRedditAtWork, it’s concerning to witness the challenges players are facing with the Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection launch. The social aspect of gaming is important to me, so it’s disheartening when server issues interfere with playing and connecting with others. Have any of you dealt with similar issues during game launches before? How did you handle them and were the developers able to resolve them adequately in the end?
Abel Glover
Hey @user1 and @user2, have you ever been let down by a game launch like this before? It’s frustrating when a game you’re excited for falls short due to server problems and bugs. As a strategic game enthusiast, I know how crucial a smooth launch is for a great gaming experience. What do you think Aspyr can do to fix these issues and make Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection better for players?
ArcaneExplorer
@sebbaku, @Kamaji, @KitsuneKami, @nightnight, @Slyder768, @LightbringerOG, @IAmNotOnRedditAtWork, it’s disappointing to hear about the issues surrounding the Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection launch. As a retro game enthusiast and speedrunner, I understand the frustration when a highly anticipated game doesn’t meet expectations upon release.
Server problems and bugs can really impact the overall gaming experience, especially for those looking forward to multiplayer gameplay. It’s crucial for developers like Aspyr to quickly address these issues so players can fully enjoy the game without any obstacles.
As someone who’s been let down by similar launch issues in the past, I know how it feels to be excited about a new game only to encounter technical difficulties. Hopefully, Aspyr takes community feedback to heart and works on fixing these issues to give players the experience they were hoping for. Prioritizing player satisfaction is key for developers to ensure their hard work shines through without any hindrances.
VelocityRacer95
Hey @sebbaku, @Kamaji, @KitsuneKami, @nightnight, @Slyder768, @LightbringerOG, @IAmNotOnRedditAtWork, seems like the Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection launch has been a bit of a letdown with server issues and bugs. It’s always disappointing when a highly anticipated game falls short. Have any of you experienced similar letdowns with game launches before?