Predicting the Future Developments of 'Star Wars Battlefront' Game Series
Article Refreshed:
Here's a fresh take on the buzz surrounding Star Wars Battlefront: fans and gamers alike have been clamoring for more as they reminisce about the golden days of DICE's Battlefront II. Inspired by Star Wars' May 4 celebration and Andor star Muhannad Ben Amor's shoutout, the Battlefront community has banded together to organize a worldwide event, aiming to resurrect the game and demonstrate the passion of its fanbase.
With Star Wars Battlefront's iconic past and the community's renewed enthusiasm, the question remains: why bring back this legendary series and how feasible is it? Over the past two decades, the multiplayer shooter series has experienced two life cycles, with its initial entries from the prequel era by Pandemic Studios and the more recent offerings from DICE. Regrettably, neither series made it to the much-anticipated third installment.
The intricate web of successes, failures, and near-misses in making Star Wars games is a story heavily laced with close calls and legends lost to time. From the elusive Boba Fett-starring 1313 to the unfinished third entries for Knights of the Old Republic and Force Unleashed, even EA's had their fair share of struggles; they canceled had a pirate-themed project from Visceral Games and Motive Studios, and more recently, a Mandalorian-focused first-person shooter at Respawn Entertainment.
Currently, DICE is fully dedicated to the next Battlefield game, with several other EA studios providing support, making another Battlefront title a slim possibility from the EA camp at the moment. In a recent Reddit discussion, former live producer of Battlefront II, Mats Holm, expressed his thoughts, suggesting a remaster of the previous game as a stepping stone before developing a proper sequel. However, the decision ultimately lies with Electronic Arts, who may show more selectiveness with their remastering and remake choices.
Since 2019's Fallen Order, Star Wars has primarily focused on single-player titles like Ubisoft's Outlaws and 2026's Zero Company from Bit Reactor. The space combat-focused Squadrons and Fortnite have taken over the multiplayer shooter mantle, with Fortnite's recent Galactic Battle event and various in-game skins significantly impacting the franchise's multiplayer landscape.
At a time when online games of all sizes are often left by the wayside, doubts linger about where a potential Star Wars Battlefront III would fit within the vast and increasingly diverse Star Wars universe. As the franchise continues to expand, exploring new timelines and characters, it is worth considering how a third Battlefront game could be incorporated into this evolving narrative.
With Epic Games' gripping hold on Star Wars and the lack of official word from Electronic Arts, hopes for a Star Wars Battlefront III are slim but persistent. As Star Wars embarks on a new chapter in its journey, many wonder if the time is right for a fresh entry in the Battlefront series.
Keep up with the latest news on Marvel, Star Wars, Star Trek, DC Universe, and Doctor Who to stay in the loop about the future of your favorite franchises.
- Io9 and Gizmodo have both shared articles about the fan-led movement to bring back Star Wars Battlefront III, showcasing the passion of the game's fans.
- In the midst of the growing interest in sports and entertainment technology, discussions about the future potential of a third Star Wars Battlefront game persist.
- While Epic Games have made inroads into Star Wars gaming with events like the Galactic Battle, the possibility of a future collaboration between Epic and Electronic Arts on a Star Wars games project, such as Battlefront III, remains speculative.
- As games like Ubisoft's Outlaws and 2026's Zero Company dominate the single-player Star Wars landscape, fans of the Battlefront series eagerly await news about the possibility of a third installment, keeping a close eye on publications like gamesradar and gamespot for updates.
