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Ready to Fly with Ohnaka Transport Solutions? ‘Smuggler’s Gambit’ Arrives in Fortnite!
If you’ve ever stepped off Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run at Disney’s Galaxy’s Edge wishing the heist didn’t have to end, we’ve got incredible news for you. Fortnite has officially bridged the gap between theme park real estate and your home console with an all-new experience: Smuggler’s Gambit!

Everyone’s favourite profit-obsessed Weequay pirate, Hondo Ohnaka, is recruiting. It’s time to grab your squad, head to the Outer Rim, and build your reputation as a legendary smuggler.

Welcome to Ord Ryla

Developed in-house by Disney Games and Digital Entertainment using Unreal Engine 5, Smuggler’s Gambit is set on the mysterious planet of Ord Ryla.

Your adventure kicks off at Mersa Veta Station, anchored around the grounded ship The Scuttled Sparrow. Here, you’ll meet up with Hondo himself (voiced by the legendary Jim Cummings) to take on high-stakes, PvE co-op missions.

Whether you’re dodging Imperial remnants, fighting off Rathtar Raiders, or navigating hostile local wildlife, every mission feels like stepping directly into a high-stakes Star Wars adventure.

How It Works: Classes, Gear, and Factions

Forget standard Battle Royale drops—Smuggler’s Gambit introduces RPG-lite mechanics that give you real progression as an Outer Rim mercenary:
- Choose Your Class: Mirroring the roles from the Disney Parks ride, players can spec into specialised classes like Pilots (stamina boosts and enemy scanners) or Gunners (combat droids to clear out choke points).
- Level Up Your Arsenal: Start out with a basic blaster rifle and upgrade your weapons as you complete runs. By the time you’re taking on tougher bosses, your blaster will be a force to be reckoned with.
- Work the Factions: Earn rep with syndicates operating out of Mersa Veta Station by taking on side hustles and dirty work while completing your main objectives.
The Park-to-Game Connection

The coolest part? Smuggler’s Gambit connects directly with the real world.

By linking your Epic Games and MyDisney accounts via an in-game QR code, you can unlock special integrated experiences tied to Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World. It’s a first-of-its-kind feature that lets your gaming wins bleed into your next holiday!

Jump In Today!

Ready to see if profit really is good for business? Gather your crew of up to six players, gear up, and take on the galaxy.
- Island Code: 7474-2686-2725
Are you going to be a reliable pilot, or will you let Hondo down? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

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17th August 2026
From Theme Park to Battle Royale: Disney and Fortnite Blur Reality with Groundbreaking ‘Smugglers Run’ Crossover!
If you’ve ever stepped off the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run attraction at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge wishing your mission didn’t have to end, we’ve got incredible news for you. Disney and Epic Games have officially bridged the gap between physical theme parks and virtual worlds in a first-of-its-kind connected adventure: Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run | Fortnite.

This revolutionary collaboration links real-world rides at Disneyland Resort in California and Walt Disney World Resort in Florida directly into a brand-new, action-packed Fortnite island experience called Smugglers Gambit.

Here is everything you need to know about this game-changing integration between Disney Imagineering and battle royale gaming!

What is Smugglers Gambit in Fortnite?

Developed in-house by Disney Games and Digital Entertainment alongside Lucasfilm, Smugglers Gambit is a custom Fortnite island set around Mersa Veta Station on the outer-rim planet of Ord Ryla.

Players step into the boots of an Outer Rim smuggler, teaming up in co-op missions to battle Imperial remnants, pirate fleets, and hostile alien wildlife. Because the physical Smugglers Run ride original tech was built using Epic’s Unreal Engine, Disney Imagineers were able to pull authentic assets, ship models, and Lucasfilm craftsmanship straight from the theme park ride directly into Fortnite.

Whether you’ve visited Galaxy’s Edge or not, any Fortnite player worldwide can jump onto the Smugglers Gambit island to earn gear, level up, and complete quests—including unlocking The Gambit 2D Loading Screen.

How the Theme Park Connection Works

For park-goers, the adventure starts right in the attraction line. Here’s how the real-to-digital magic unfolds:
1. Accept the Mission: While waiting in the queue for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at Disneyland Park or Disney’s Hollywood Studios, open the Disneyland app or My Disney Experience app and accept Hondo Ohnaka’s special mission.
2. Fly the Falcon: Board the cockpit, collect cargo crates during your ride, and aim for a high score.
3. Convert Your Ride Score: Your actual performance and crate score aboard the ride are converted into usable credits inside Fortnite’s Smugglers Gambit island!
4. Claim Exclusive Cosmetics: Theme park riders who link their MyDisney account to their Epic Games account unlock exclusive in-game rewards—including the coveted Forsworn Trooper Outfit.
Why This is a Big Deal for Tech and Gaming

We’ve seen video games bring theme park rides to life virtually before, but we’ve never seen real-world theme park rides track your physical performance and feed it directly into a live-service game account.

Disney’s $1.5 billion stake in Epic Games is starting to showcase its true potential. By integrating real-time queue apps, Unreal Engine ride technology, and Epic Games accounts, Disney and Epic are creating a unified, persistent ecosystem where real life and digital entertainment merge seamlessly.

Ready to Jump In?

The Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run | Fortnite connection is live now! To participate:
- In the Parks: Simply launch your Disney park app in line at Galaxy’s Edge (included with standard park admission).
- At Home: Search for the Smugglers Gambit island code in Fortnite across PC, console, or mobile.
Is this connected ecosystem the future of entertainment souvenirs, or are you holding out until you can pilot the Falcon from your living room? Let us know in the comments below!

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17th August 2026
Master the Galaxy: Everything You Need to Know About Star Wars: Zero Company Gameplay
The Clone Wars era is getting a massive tactical shake-up with Star Wars: Zero Company, the highly anticipated turn-based strategy game from Bit Reactor and Respawn Entertainment (published by EA).

Whether you are an XCOM veteran or a Star Wars fan dipping your toes into grid-based tactical combat for the first time, Zero Company drops you into the boots of Hawks—a former Republic officer leading a crew of ragtag mercenaries, misfits, and specialists against a terrifying new galactic threat known as the Infinite Coil.

Before you assemble your squad and jump into the fray, here is your ultimate breakdown of everything you need to know about combat, strategy, customisation, and base operations!

1. Character Creation & Deep Customisation

Unlike traditional tactical games with voiceless commanders, you take active control of Hawks, a fully voiced protagonist who takes centre stage in cinematic cutscenes and field operations.
- Protagonist Customisation: You can customise Hawks’ appearance, gender, voice, and combat specialisation right from the start.
- Squad Diversity: Build a roster from a mix of hand-crafted story characters (including Mandalorian commandos, Umbaran soldiers, and clone troopers) and custom-generated mercenaries.
- Build Your Own Astromech: You can even design custom astromech droids focused on explosive firepower, hacking, and squad support.
- Class-Free Weapon Kits: Weapons and loadouts aren’t locked to hard classes. Mix and match weapon kits, utility gear, and special abilities to build the exact team composition that suits your playstyle.
2. Fast-Paced Tactical Combat

Combat is top-down, turn-based, and built to reward clever positioning and synergy.
- Action Points (AP): Each unit gets 3 Action Points per turn to move, attack, interact with the environment, or set up Overwatch cones to catch enemies moving on their turn.
- Advantage Points System: Landing successful attacks earns shared Advantage Points. These can be spent on high-impact abilities, such as launching rocket rounds or unleashing heavy blaster barrages to disorient entire squads.
- Synergy & Squad Bonds: Fighting together builds bonds between team members. High-bond pairings unlock powerful cooperative manoeuvres, like Call for Backup, where a teammate automatically follows up your attack with a strike of their own.
- Cinematic Exploration: Between firefights, explore mission zones from a third-person perspective to scout ahead, gather intel, and set up your ambush before initiative is rolled.
3. High Stakes: Injuries, Permadeath & Threat Management

Zero Company doesn’t pull its punches—every decision on the battlefield carries weight.
- Permadeath: Operators can be downed and revived in combat, but falling three times in a single battle means they are gone for good.
- Procedural Placements: While maps are handcrafted across iconic worlds like Lothal and Dantooine, enemy layouts and elite squads are procedurally generated, keeping every deployment fresh.
- Sabotage & Escalation: Progression works both ways. Between cycles, you can launch targeted sabotage ops to deny permanent upgrades to your enemies before they can bring them to the field.
4. Base Operations: Managing “The Den”

When you aren’t dodging blaster fire, you’ll manage your headquarters, known as The Den.
- Operations & Intel: Run text-based non-combat Operations to gather credits, influence, and salvage without risking full combat deployments.
- Squad Dynamics: Talk with squad members at base to resolve conflicts, manage morale, and learn their backstories. Unhappy crew members won’t desert you, but their dissatisfaction triggers unique narrative events and dialogue.
- Tech & Upgrades: Upgrade your team’s arsenal, expand your Medbay to speed up injury recovery, and research new tactical options.
Final Thoughts

Star Wars: Zero Company blends cinematic storytelling, deep tactical depth, and rich squad customisation into one of the most exciting strategy games of the year. Mark your calendars—the galaxy needs its squad commander!

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14th August 2026
The Force is Strong with new Star Wars Games coming to Fortnite
The Force isn’t just strong with Fortnite this year; it’s practically taking over the entire island. While we’ve grown accustomed to the annual May the 4th lightsaber duels and Stormtrooper sightings, 2026 is marking a massive shift in the partnership between Epic Games and Disney.

Starting May 1st, Fortnite is transforming into the ultimate Star Wars hub, launching a massive wave of new games and experiences built directly within the platform. Here is everything you need to know about the jump to lightspeed.

Three Massive New Game Modes

Epic has moved beyond simple “crossovers.” This year, they’ve partnered with top-tier creative studios to launch three distinct Star Wars games within the Fortnite ecosystem:
- Galactic Siege (Island Code: 5003-9856-3648): Developed with JOGO Studios, this is a massive 10v10 class-based PvP battle. If you’ve ever wanted to take part in large-scale planetary skirmishes across the Star Wars universe using Fortnite’s mechanics, this is your frontline.
- Escape Vader (Island Code: 7285-4185-5428): A 4-player co-op horror/survival experience created by Beyond Creative. You’re trapped on the Death Star, and Lord Vader is hunting you. It features first-person support for a truly terrifying perspective of the Sith Lord.
- Droid Tycoon (Island Code: 7865-8305-9184): For those who prefer building over battling, this management game lets you run your own droid workshop, using authentic Star Wars blueprints to manufacture everything from Astromechs to Protocol droids.
The Mandalorian & Grogu: Exclusive Sneak Peek

The collaboration isn’t just about the games—it’s also about the big screen. With the Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu film hitting cinemas on May 22nd, Fortnite is hosting an exclusive Watch Party Island on May 19th.

Players who visit the island can:
- Watch a 10-minute world-exclusive preview of the movie.
- Hear a special message from director Jon Favreau.
- Complete bounty-hunting missions on Nevarro to unlock the Mandalorian Sanctuary loading screen.
LEGO Fortnite Gets a Galactic Glow-up

Don’t think the survival-crafters were forgotten. On May 14th, LEGO Fortnite receives its own dedicated Star Wars update. Expect to see the Hover Brick for building custom speeders, new LEGO versions of Mando and Grogu, and Star Wars-themed enemies invading your LEGO worlds.

The “Clone Wars” Are Back

Leakers have been busy, and the shop is set to be legendary. We are finally getting Clone Wars-era versions of Anakin Skywalker and Ahsoka Tano. These skins reflect their iconic animated looks, adding to the massive library of Star Wars cosmetics already in the game.

TechMash Pro Tip: Don’t forget to link your Epic Games account with your MyDisney account before October 31, 2026, to snag the Carbonite Fishstick Back Bling for free!

Why This Matters

This isn’t just another collab; it’s the debut of the Star Wars UEFN (Unreal Editor for Fortnite) toolkit. By giving creators official assets—from X-wings and TIE Fighters to authentic Force powers and sound effects—Epic is essentially turning Fortnite into a platform for infinite Star Wars games.

Whether you’re racing tauntauns on Hoth or running a cantina on Tatooine, the galaxy has never felt closer.

Which Star Wars game mode are you dropping into first? Let us know in the comments!

Find out more here – https://www.fortnite.com/news/a-galaxy-of-new-star-wars-games-are-coming-to-fortnite-more-than-ever-before

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1st May 2026

Start Your Engines: Star Wars: Galactic Racer Hits the Track This October

It’s time to trade your lightsaber for a repulsor engine. Lucasfilm and Fuse Games have officially confirmed that Star Wars: Galactic Racer™ will launch worldwide on October 6th, 2026.

The spiritual successor to the cult-classic Episode I: Racer is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, and it’s promising to be much more than just a trip down memory lane. This is a high-stakes, “racing adventure” set in the lawless Outer Rim, where the fall of the Empire has left a vacuum filled by gambling, syndicates, and a desperate need for speed.

More Than Just Podracing

While the return of Podracing is the headline act, Galactic Racer expands the garage significantly. Players will master four distinct classes of vehicles:

Podracers: The high-speed, high-fragility icons of the Boonta Eve.
Speeder Bikes: Agile and perfect for tight, technical tracks.
Landspeeders: Heavy-duty machines built for shunting and durability.
Skim Speeders: Versatile crafts designed for varied terrain.

The game introduces a new protagonist, Shade, in a story-driven campaign. You’ll navigate the underground Galactic League, working with your mechanic, Hibi, to upgrade your ride while dodging the influence of the underhanded Kestar Bool.

Tactical Speed: The Ramjet System

Forget simple “hold button to go fast” mechanics. Galactic Racer features a two-phase boost system. The second phase, known as the Ramjet, offers terrifying speeds but generates massive heat. Run it too long, and your vehicle will literally explode. You’ll need to use the environment—like the cooling waters of the tropical planet Lantaana—to manage your temperature if you want to stay in the race.

Pre-Order Details & Bonuses

Pre-orders are live now, and there are plenty of incentives to get on the starting grid early. All pre-orders include:

Exclusive Vehicle Livery: A platform-specific colour scheme (Blue for PS5, Green for Xbox, Red for PC).
Special Player Banner: For use in the 12-player online multiplayer modes.

Edition Breakdown:

Edition	Features
Standard	Base Game + Pre-order bonuses.
Deluxe	3 Exclusive Repulsorcraft, Deluxe Livery Pack, 3 Unique Arcade Events, and a Digital Art Book.
Collector’s	All Deluxe content + Physical Landspeeder Model, Steel Case, Pilot Patches, and a Physical Art Book.

Iconic Tracks and New Worlds

The circuit takes players across familiar sands and brand-new vistas. Expect to push your engines to the limit on:

Tatooine: The classic desert heat.
Ando Prime: The return of the fan-favourite ice circuits.
Lantaana: A lush, volcanic island planet where lava and water provide tactical heat management opportunities.
Jakku & Sentinel I: New challenges in the post-Empire era.

“This is a game where there isn’t just one racing line,” says the development team. “There’s the one for your current situation, your vehicle build, and the environment.”

Star Wars: Galactic Racer™ launches October 6th. Are you ready to risk it all for the trophy? Head over to the official stores on PS5, Xbox, or Steam to secure your spot in the League today.

Find out more here – https://starwarsgalacticracer.com/

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1st May 2026

The Galaxy’s Real Estate Battle Begins: Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains
If you thought your last family game of Monopoly was intense, wait until you add a lightsaber to the mix. Ubisoft and Hasbro have officially pulled back the curtain on Monopoly: Star Wars™ Heroes vs. Villains, and it is far more than just a fresh coat of paint on the 89-year-old classic.

Launching on June 11, 2026, this digital adaptation is ditching the “everyone for themselves” grind for a high-stakes, team-based tactical showdown. Whether you’re fighting for the light side or embracing the dark, the way you play Monopoly is about to change forever.

A New Way to Play: Teams and Tactics

Forget buying up Mayfair and sitting on it. In Heroes vs. Villains, the game is built around 2v2 and 3v3 competitive modes. You’ll work with your teammates to secure iconic locations from every era of the Star Wars saga—from the Ewok Village to the Jedi Temple.
- Roster of Legends: Choose from 28 iconic characters, including Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Princess Leia, and Darth Maul.
- Unique Abilities: There are 14 unique character abilities in total. How you pair your heroes (or villains) will be the difference between galactic dominance and a quick trip to the spice mines.
- Dice Battles: Landing on the same tile as an opponent no longer means just paying rent. It triggers a Dice Battle, a strategic mini-game to determine who actually keeps control of the location.
Cinematic Galactic Conquest

Ubisoft has gone all out on the presentation. The board features 22 locations rendered as unique 3D dioramas. When you move across the board, expect “cinematic moments” and dynamic GO events that can flip the state of the game in a single turn.

The game also features a progression system with in-game missions, rewards, and a mountain of unlockable cosmetics to ensure your team looks the part while bankrupting the opposition.

Release Date and Pre-order Bonuses

Monopoly: Star Wars™ Heroes vs. Villains lands on June 11, 2026, across almost every platform imaginable:
- Consoles: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch (including the new Switch 2)
- PC: Steam, Epic Games Store, and Ubisoft Store
- Cloud: GeForce NOW
Pro Tip: If you pre-order now, you’ll unlock two exclusive in-game dice skins: the Jawa-inspired skin and the Imperial Stormtrooper skin. (Though, if the Stormtrooper dice are anything like their namesakes, don’t expect them to hit the numbers you’re aiming for.)

Whether you’re a casual fan or a hardcore strategist, this looks like the “one more round” game we’ve been waiting for. Dust off your robes, pick your side, and prepare to pass GO… or die trying.

Find out more here – https://s.team/a/3936610

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30th April 2026
The Force is With the Filth: PowerWash Simulator 2 – Star Wars Pack Announced!
If there is one thing we’ve learned from decades of sci-fi cinema, it’s that a “galaxy far, far away” is actually incredibly dusty. From the sands of Tatooine to the grease-stained hangars of the Rebel Alliance, the Star Wars universe is in desperate need of some high-pressure TLC.

Luckily, FuturLab and Lucasfilm Games have heard our prayers. They have officially announced that the PowerWash Simulator 2 – Star Wars™ Pack is coming this summer.

Scrubbing the Stars

Building on the massive success of the original game and the 2025 launch of PowerWash Simulator 2, this new expansion takes the “zen” of cleaning to a whole new level. Players will trade in their lightsabers for power washers and step into the metallic shoes of P0-W2, an Imperial cleaning droid who has joined the Rebel cause.

The DLC isn’t just a simple reskin; it’s a deep dive into the original trilogy’s most iconic locations. The expansion features six new levels, including:
- The Lars Homestead: Help Uncle Owen and Aunt Beru get the sand off their Tatooine home.
- X-wing Starfighters: Prep the fleet for battle by blasting off the carbon scoring.
- Super Star Destroyer Bridge: Clean the very spot where Vader once stood.
New Tools for a New Era

In PowerWash Simulator 2, the mechanics have already been upgraded with better visuals and expanded multiplayer. This pack doubles down on that with an exclusive Star Wars-themed power washer and custom cosmetics that make you feel like part of the Rebellion.

The best part? You don’t have to do it alone. The campaign supports two-player co-op, while the Free Play mode allows up to four friends to tackle the Empire’s dirt together.

When and Where Can You Get It?

The Star Wars™ Pack is slated for a Summer 2026 release. It will be available as a paid expansion (expected to be around £7.99 / $9.99) for the following platforms:
- PlayStation®5
- Xbox Series X|S
- Nintendo Switch 2
- PC (via Steam and Epic Games Store)
Whether you’re a completionist who loves the “ping” of a clean surface or a die-hard Star Wars fan who just wants to see the Millennium Falcon shine, this is looking like the must-have DLC of the summer.

Keep your nozzles primed and your water tanks full—the Force is strong with this one, but the grime is stronger.

Check back with TechMash for the exact release date as soon as it’s confirmed!

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28th April 2026
Now This is Podracing: Everything We Learned from the Star Wars: Galactic Racer Gameplay Trailer
The wait is finally over. After months of speculation following its reveal at The Game Awards 2025, Fuse Games just dropped the official gameplay trailer for Star Wars: Galactic Racer™ during the February 2026 State of Play.

If you were worried this would be a “clean” corporate racer, think again. This is gritty, underground, and looks like it was built by people who genuinely miss the “move or die” intensity of Burnout and Episode I: Racer.

The Setting: Chaos in the New Republic

Forget the Jedi and the Sith. The game is set in the lawless Outer Rim during the New Republic era (shortly after the fall of the Empire). With the galaxy rebuilding, a power vacuum has opened, filled by The Galactic League—an unsanctioned, high-stakes racing circuit backed by shadowy syndicates.

Key Gameplay Features
- A “Runs-Based” Experience: This isn’t just a series of laps. Tracks feature branching routes and dynamic environments that change mid-race. You’ll need to make split-second risk-reward decisions.
- The Fleet: You aren’t limited to one vehicle type. The trailer showcased:
  - Podracers (including the return of fan-favourites like Sebulba and Ben Quadinaros!)
  - Speeder Bikes
  - Landspeeders and Skim Speeders
- Tactical Combat: Drawing from the developers’ Burnout roots, the game encourages shunting, slamming, and “brutal takedowns.”
The Story: Revenge at 600 MPH

You play as Shade, a lone-wolf pilot with a grudge against the current League champion, Kestar Bool.

The campaign is immersive and choice-driven. You’ll work with your mechanic, Hibi, to customise your ride with parts and upgrades earned through a branching path of events. It’s not just about being the fastest; it’s about building a machine that can survive a league where “no rules” is the only rule.

“No rules, no safety committees, and definitely no official medals—only those willing to punch, dodge, and face the risks will cross the finish line.” — Official Announcement

Multiplayer and Modes

For those who want to test their mettle against the galaxy, the game confirmed:
- 12-Player Online PvP: Hard-fought races where reputation is everything.
- Arcade Mode: Focused on precision driving and climbing the global leaderboards.
- Scenarios Mode: Unique challenges and hardcore conditions that push your piloting skills to the limit.
Initial Thoughts: Is It the Successor We Wanted?

The visuals in Unreal Engine 5 are stunning, taking us from the familiar sands of Jakku to lush jungles and industrial cityscapes. While some fans on Reddit are debating the “grittier” art style, the sense of speed in the trailer is undeniable. It feels like a love letter to the N64/GameCube era of Star Wars games—experimental, fun, and a little bit dangerous.

Star Wars: Galactic Racer is slated for release later in 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. You can officially wishlist it on Steam and the PlayStation Store now!

Find out more here – https://starwarsgalacticracer.com/

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13th February 2026
A Decade at the Holotable: Celebrating the STAR WARS: Galaxy of Heroes 10th Anniversary!
Can you believe it? Ten years ago, we were first invited to pull up a seat at the Cantina’s Holotable and begin our journey in STAR WARS: Galaxy of Heroes (SWGoH). A decade of collecting heroes, building formidable squads, and engaging in countless turn-based battles across the vast Star Wars universe! To mark this momentous milestone, Capital Games is launching the biggest foundational overhaul the game has ever seen, setting the stage for an exciting new era.

Here’s a look at what the 10th Anniversary has in store for every Holotable Hero!

Introducing the Era System: A Foundational Overhaul

The biggest news is the introduction of the Era System, a major shift that will reshape how players engage with new content and character progression. This is more than just a new coat of paint—it’s a brand-new way to play.

What is an Era?

An Era represents a seasonal cycle of new content and characters. A standard Era will typically include:
- Three Episodes: Sequential content releases within the Era.
- Six Marquee Units: New characters introduced throughout the Episodes.
- A Journey Guide Event: An associated unit that can be unlocked early at a lower star level.
- New Game Mode: The Coliseum!
Era Isolation: The New Way to Progress

A key feature of the Era System is the Isolation of new content. For a set time, newly released Era Units will:
- Only be usable in Era Modes, like the new Coliseum.
- Use a completely separate set of Era resources for progression, isolated from the existing “Legacy” gear and materials.
This separation is designed to allow players—especially newer ones—to engage with the latest characters and content without disrupting their long-term farming goals on “Legacy” units. Once an Era ends, the characters transition to Legacy Units and can be geared up using the original materials.

Step into The Coliseum: A New Challenge Awaits

Unlocking at Player Level 10, The Coliseum is the first new game mode within the Era System. This mode pits individual players against formidable bosses from the Star Wars galaxy, with a daily rotation of challenging foes and the goal of achieving new high scores. It sounds like a fantastic new venue to test your growing squads and strategies!

Progression Made Easier: Resource Updates

The anniversary update is also bringing welcome changes to existing progression systems, making it potentially easier to advance your roster:
- Episode Track Updates: Relic 1-5 materials and Tier 1-3 Signal Data will replace some existing Gear Salvage Boxes on the free Episode Track milestones. This could significantly help with the perennial Signal Data bottleneck!
- Raid Shipment Rework: The cost of key gear pieces like Electrium Conductors and Zinbiddle Cards is being adjusted, with some moving to the more accessible Mk II Raid Tokens, and lower-tier gear moving to Mk I Raid Tokens.
- Lower Star Requirements for Relics: The number of stars required for certain Relic Amplifier Levels is being reduced:
  - Relic 4: Reduced from 6 Stars to 5 Stars.
  - Relic 5: Reduced from 7 Stars to 6 Stars.
  - Relic 6: Now requires 7 Stars for the first time.
A Huge Step Forward for SWGoH

The 10th Anniversary of STAR WARS: Galaxy of Heroes is not just a moment to look back on a decade of epic battles, but a giant leap forward with the introduction of the Era System. The sheer scale of this update—from a new mode like the Coliseum to the foundational changes in character and resource progression—proves that Capital Games is committed to ensuring the holotables remain a dynamic and engaging place for years to come.

Whether you’re a day-one player or a newcomer just unlocking your first squad, this is truly a fantastic time to be a part of the SWGoH community!

Are you excited for the new Era System and The Coliseum? Let us know which new character you’re most looking forward to in the comments below!

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5th November 2025
A Gamer’s Vision: Why We Need a Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 Game
The buzz around Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 is palpable. Trailers are dropping, studio lineups are confirmed, and the prospect of more breathtaking, non-canon Star Wars storytelling is tantalising. But as we prepare to dive back into this incredible animated anthology, there’s one thought that keeps echoing in the Sarlacc pit of my gamer heart: Why isn’t there a video game adaptation yet?

The previous two volumes of Visions have proven that the Star Wars galaxy is fertile ground for diverse, experimental narratives and art styles. Volume 3, with its return to an all-Japanese studio lineup and sequels to fan-favourites like “The Duel” and “The Ninth Jedi,” only amplifies the sheer potential. This isn’t just TV—it’s a goldmine for interactive storytelling.

Here’s why a Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 Game needs to happen, and what form it should take.

The Anthology Advantage: A Galaxy of Gameplay

The core strength of Visions is its anthology format, a structure perfectly suited for gaming. Imagine a single title that offers multiple, distinct gameplay experiences, each inspired by a short from Volume 3:
- The Ronin’s Revenge (Inspired by “The Duel: Payback”): The original short set a stunning, samurai-inspired tone. A sequel short begs for a Souls-like or Sekiro-inspired action-RPG. Picture parrying blaster bolts, katana-on-lightsaber duels, and exploring a visually striking, monochrome world rendered in inky shadows and stark highlights. The focus would be on precision combat and a desolate, wandering journey.
- The Ninth Jedi: Child of Hope: With a whole spin-off series already announced for “The Ninth Jedi,” the potential for a deeper dive is clear. A game here could be a classic Star Wars RPG. Players could fully customise a Force-sensitive character, choose their lightsaber colour (or lack thereof!), and explore multiple planets, gathering allies and choosing a path for the re-emerging Jedi Order in the shadows of the Empire.
- A “Twin Suns” Co-op Adventure: Imagine a short focused on two characters, perhaps one Dark Side and one Light, where the gameplay is built around asymmetrical co-op mechanics. The light-sider focuses on defence and Force pushes, while the dark-sider unleashes aggressive Force lightning and telekinesis. It would be a true test of cooperative strategy.
This approach—a single game featuring multiple, stylistically unique “mini-games” or separate story campaigns—would capture the spirit of the Visions anthology.

Creative Freedom is the Force’s New Power

One of the most exciting aspects of Visions is that it operates outside of established Star Wars canon. This is a powerful advantage for a video game.

Star Wars games often face the challenge of adhering to a strict, pre-determined timeline and lore. A Visions game, however, is a creative sandbox. Developers could experiment with radically different mechanics, tones, and visual styles without needing approval from the Canon Committee:
- Want a side-scrolling 2D platformer with retro pixel art inspired by a particular short? Go for it.
- How about a stealth-action game focused entirely on a non-Force-sensitive bounty hunter? Absolutely.
- A rhythm-action RPG centred around a space-rock band? The precedent is already set in Volume 1’s “Tatooine Rhapsody.”
This freedom allows a developer to focus entirely on fun and artistic expression, rather than getting bogged down in continuity.

The Verdict: A Galactic Missed Opportunity

Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 is poised to deliver a fresh, visually stunning injection of creativity into the galaxy far, far away. While we are eagerly awaiting the October 29th premiere on Disney+, the absence of a tie-in game feels like a cosmic imbalance.

A Visions video game wouldn’t just be another Star Wars title; it would be a celebration of the franchise’s potential and a love letter to the power of animation and diverse storytelling. Lucasfilm Games, the ball is in your court—let’s translate these incredible short stories into a truly visionary gaming experience!

What kind of gameplay would you want to see most from a Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 game? Let us know in the comments!

Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 https://www.starwars.com/news/star-wars-visions-volume-3-cast-announce

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26th September 2025
Star Wars: Beyond Victory – A Mixed Reality Playset

Star Wars: Beyond Victory – A Mixed Reality Playset is an upcoming virtual and mixed reality experience developed by Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) and Lucasfilm. The game is set to launch on October 7, 2025, exclusively for the Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest 3S headsets.

This new title is designed to blend the digital and physical worlds, allowing players to interact with the Star Wars universe in a new way. It features three distinct gameplay modes:

Adventure Mode: This mode offers a new narrative experience, set during the era of the Empire. Players take on the role of Volo Bolus, an up-and-coming podracer who is mentored by the legendary Sebulba. The story combines fully immersive virtual reality scenes with moments that integrate with the player’s real-world surroundings.

Arcade Mode: This mode focuses on fast-paced podracing. It transforms your physical space into a virtual “holotable” where you can race a podracer from a top-down perspective. This mode is designed for replayability with multiple paths and power-ups.

Playset Mode: This is the core mixed reality component of the game, appealing to the nostalgia of playing with Star Wars action figures. In this sandbox mode, players can use unlockable digital figures, vehicles, and props to create and stage their own scenes in their real-world environment. The digital models can be resized, posed, and even used as a virtual remote-controlled car.

The game also features a voice cast that includes Fin Argus, Greg Proops, Lilimar Hernandez, Lewis MacLeod (reprising his role as Sebulba), and Bobby Moynihan.

Star Wars: Beyond Victory is a significant step for ILM’s immersive storytelling, building on their previous work with titles like Vader Immortal: A Star Wars VR Series and Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge.

Source: https://www.meta.com/en-gb/experiences/star-wars-beyond-victory/9460903453969753/

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10th September 2025
Star Wars Zero Company launching next year

Not everything is what it might seem at first in the Star Wars Zero Company game, with a war being waged that nobody sees as it is being thought in the shadows, a war that is being carried out in secret, out of sight from everything else. The Star Wars Zero Company game will be launching on PC, PlayStation and Xbox next year.

To find out more about the Star Wars Zero Company game, go to the official game website here https://shorturl.at/2PTRX or go to the games page on Steam here https://shorturl.at/e9udP

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23rd April 2025