STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ News

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[/p][p]Hi folks! [/p][p]We are closing in towards the end of the year, and a lot of exciting things have been happening in SWTOR with more to come! As always, I’ll give a breakdown of what’s happened in the last few months and offer a peek into what players can expect in the near future. [/p][p]Updates on story content[/p][p]We hosted the Game Update 7.7.1 developer livestream back on July 30th where we provided an update on the next two story beats for Legacy of the Sith. We’re still seeing a lot of questions asking what’s happening with story content, so here’s a reminder![/p][p]The Galactic Threads story will be coming with 7.8 with Master’s Enigma to follow in 7.8.1! I do want to address some of the missing pieces we have mentioned in our previous stream and how this could impact 7.8.[/p][p]We currently have all English voices loaded and ready to go, however, there are still some that we do not have for all French and German lines. We are working diligently with all of our partners and talent to get these in place for 7.8 but it is possible as of the writing of this Producer Letter that they may not be ready for 7.8’s launch. [/p][p]If that happens, we’ll share more about how players using a French or German client can play Galactic Threads on the 7.8 Livestream. I just wanted to lift the veil a bit on the status of things we have been alluding to on our previous streams. Thank you for your continued patience!
[/p][p]Galactic Season 9 and Quality of Life Updates in Activity Finder[/p][p]We launched Game Update 7.7.1 “Flashpoint Resurgence” on August 19, and it came with Galactic Season 9 and many Quality of Life (QoL) adjustments! [/p][p]In GS9 “Flashpoint Resurgence”, players are once again assisting Kai Zykken with testing a new version of the Experimental Combat Enhancers created by Czerka. These adrenal boosts can only be used in Flashpoints. As players make progress through the reward track(s), they can earn many new rewards. Details can be found here.[/p][p]During this Galactic Season, players are encouraged to use a revamped Activity Finder Window. Updates such as players being able to choose all the roles they are eligible for through a dropdown and being able to change their Combat Style while in queue are just a couple of the changes made. More details can be found here. [/p][p]A significant improvement we also made is that the cinematic scenes will be automatically skipped for veteran players who use Activity Finder to group up for Veteran or Master Mode Flashpoints. This saves countless requests for players to press spacebar throughout the Flashpoint.
[/p][p]Improvements for F2P/Preferred players[/p][p]We’re continuing to make systematic adjustments to improve the overall experience for F2P/Preferred players! With 7.7.1, F2P/Preferred players were able to: [/p]

• [p]Gain access to companion customizations[/p]
• [p]Gain access to use Legacy Titles[/p]
• [p]Earn Rest XP[/p]
• [p]Gain the first Cargo Bay for free[/p]
• [p]Use the Hide Head slot[/p]
• [p]Withdraw more credits from Escrow when using Cartel Coins[/p]

[p]Additionally, all account types will have access to all quickbars.
[/p][p]Security Key Update[/p][p]Players who have a Security Key tied to their account will only receive their Cartel Coin grants when logging in if their last grant was more than 29 days prior. To add a Security Key to your SWTOR account, go to your account page on our website. All commonly used authenticators are accepted, so get your free Cartel Coins and help protect your account from being compromised.
[/p][p]What else is happening?[/p][p]We’ve released some special rewards for active Subscribers! From now until October 14th, Subscribers will receive the GDW Weaponcarrier Mount upon logging into the game. This special mount is both companion and minipet friendly! [/p][p]

[/p][p]From now until December 9th, when active Subscribers login at least four times a week, they will receive special tokens that can be turned into a vendor on the Fleet for a variety of rewards including level 340 Purple Gear, droid customizations inspired by K-2SO from the Disney+ series Andor™, and more! Details can be found here. [/p][p]

[/p][p]What’s coming up? [/p][p]Roll out of 7.8 content[/p][p]We will be hosting a developer livestream sometime in mid November. Ahead of that livestream players will also get a chance to test some 7.8s content on our Public Test Server. Stay tuned for that announcement in the next couple weeks but let's just say Dantooine is in for some change... and it's going to be Dynamic.[/p][p]What else is coming in 7.8? We’ll reveal everything else in the next developer’s livestream.
[/p][p]Texas Stars Hockey Game [/p][p]We will be taking part and celebrating Star Wars™ Night at the HEB Center in Cedar Park on January 30, 2026 with local Star Wars™ fans and hockey lovers. We will have a table set up and will be giving away posters and a variety of different codes (including subscriptions and Cartel Coins)! So yes, this does mean you will be able to meet developers from the team! More details can be found here and we hope to see you at the game. [/p][p]-Keith [/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][p]Relics of the Gree[/p][p]
Date: September 30 - October 7 (BEGINS AND ENDS AT 12:00PM GMT)
Requirement: Level 50+[/p][p]Explore Ilum's contested area in the Western Ice Shelf to uncover the mysterious purpose of the Gray Secant, an enormous ancient Gree starship. Get ready to face a powerful opponent that awaits you at the center of this ancient vessel. Visit the in-game News Terminal located on Carrick Station in the Republic fleet or Vaiken Spacedock in the Imperial fleet to get started on your adventure![/p][p]FEATURED REWARDS:[/p]

• [p]Reputation with the Gree Enclave[/p]
• [p]Gree Digitization Cube[/p]
• [p]White, Red, and Blue Scalene Armor[/p]
• [p]Gray Helix Weapons[/p]
• [p]L1-L Defender, L1-L Scout, and Miniature Gray Secant Mini-pets[/p]
• [p]Cyan Sphere, Blue Sphere and Red Sphere Vehicles[/p]
• [p]…and more![/p]

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[/p][p]Feast of Prosperity[/p][p]
Date: October 7 - November 4 (BEGINS AND ENDS AT 12:00PM GMT)
Requirement: Level 20+[/p][p]Over the years, the Hutt Cartel’s reputation has taken a hit. The once powerful organization no longer instills respect and fear. To restore the Cartel’s influence, two up-and-coming Hutts, Gaboorga the Abundant and Duuba the Magnanimous, are throwing the most lavish “charitable banquet” in history for the galaxy’s underprivileged. And if the Cartel happens to advance their business interests during the Feast, everyone wins![/p][p]If Gaboorga and Duuba can cooperate, they could rocket the Cartel back into the upper echelons of the galactic underworld. But the Hutts’ conflicting priorities means they’re constantly undermining each other. Each week a new Story Mission will unlock to progress this storyline, leading to the climatic choice during the third and final week: Gaboorga or Duuba? Only one Hutt can win, and the fate of the Feast of Prosperity is at stake. Choose wisely![/p][p]For players that participated in the event when it previously ran, you'll be able to immediately jump into the Daily Missions and mini-games! If this will be your first time experiencing the event, each week a Story Mission will unlock - progressing the conflict between Gaboorga and Duuba.[/p][p]FEATURED REWARDS:[/p]

• [p]Feast Thermalguard Outfit[/p]
• [p]Regal Grill Bar Decoration[/p]
• [p]Regal Chandelier Vessel Decoration[/p]
• [p]Regal Banquet Table Decoration[/p]
• [p]Regal Table Chair Decoration[/p]
• [p]Regal Grill Barstool Decoration[/p]
• [p]Regal Banquet Rug Decoration[/p]
• [p]Regal Floral Arrangement Decoration[/p]
• [p]Regal Wall Garden Decoration[/p]
• [p]Regal Wall Sconce (Single) Decoration[/p]
• [p]Regal Wall Sconce (Double) Decoration[/p]
• [p]Aqualish Banquet Guest Decoration[/p]
• [p]Bith Banquet Guest Decoration[/p]
• [p]Ishi Tib Banquet Guest Decoration[/p]
• [p]Snivvian Banquet Guest Decoration[/p]
• [p]Gourmand’s Favorite Weapon Set[/p]
• [p]Duuba and Gaboorga Transport Skiffs[/p]
• [p]Feast Holo-Toy[/p]
• [p]Feast Trader's Armor Set[/p]
• [p]Roast Scyk Belly and Feast of Prosperity Poster decorations[/p]
• [p]Feast Attire and Feast Preparation Hat[/p]
• [p]Feast Ingredient Transport Mount[/p]
• [p]Hairless Mudhorn and Earthen Thurrb Mini-pets[/p]
• [p]Feel the Groove and Toast emotes[/p]
• [p]Overstuffed Backpack and Food Launcher Toys[/p]
• [p]... and more![/p]

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[/p][p]Pirate Incursion[/p][p]
Date: October 14 - 20 (BEGINS AND ENDS AT 12:00PM GMT)
Requirement: Level 20+[/p][p]The remote planet Dantooine has been thrust into the center of escalating hostilities between the Galactic Republic and the Sith Empire. Spurred on in secret by covert Imperial forces, the Nova Blade pirates have staged an all-out attack on the pastoral Republic world. As the Republic scrambles to defend this key territory at the edge of Imperial space, the Empire plans to capitalize on the chaos and deal a major blow to the longtime Republic bastion.[/p][p]FEATURED REWARDS:[/p]

• [p]Nova Blade and Dantooine Homesteader Armor Sets[/p]
• [p]Ugnaught Companion[/p]
• [p]Walker Mount[/p]
• [p]Kath Hound Mount[/p]
• [p]Kath Hound Mini-pet[/p]
• [p]Dantooine-inspired Stronghold Decorations[/p]
• [p]… and more![/p]

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[/p][p]Bounty Contract Week[/p][p]
Date: October 28 - November 4 (BEGINS AND ENDS AT 12:00PM GMT)
Requirement: Level 15+[/p][p]For a limited time, the Bounty Brokers Association has opened its doors to anyone willing to take on their dangerous contracts, offering an opportunity for both seasoned and rookie hunters to prove their skills and bring crime syndicates and violent gangs to justice![/p][p]Each day, you can sign up for one standard Henchman contract and one high profile Kingpin Contract, and each may take you to a separate planet. Complete five standard contracts to unlock Kingpin missions with bigger loot! Head to the fleet now, invite your friends and visit representatives of the Association to get started on your contracts![/p][p]FEATURED REWARDS:[/p]

• [p]Reputation with the Bounty Brokers Association[/p]
• [p]Bounty Tracker’s Armor Set and Contract Hunter’s Armor Set[/p]
• [p]Assassin’s Bowcaster and Elite Tracker’s Bowcaster weapons[/p]
• [p]Lobelot, Swamp Kell Drake, and Drink Server Probe Mini-pets[/p]
• [p]BH-7X Custom Hunter Mount[/p]
• [p]…and more![/p]

[p]Subscriber Login Event[/p]

• [p]Characters under level 80 can no longer purchase the following items from the event vendor: [/p]
  • [p]Supply Crate: OP-1 Catalyst[/p]
  • [p]Supply Crate: FP-1 Stabilizers[/p]
  • [p]Supply Crate: Tech Fragments[/p]
• [p]The 2V-R8 and C2-N2 Security Droid Customizations now unlock in Collections when they are purchased and equipped on the respective droids. [/p]
• [p]The 340 Rakata Mainhand Weapon item on the vendor is now labeled properly. [/p]
• [p]The claim button for the event’s currency will now be grayed out if the character has hit the currency cap. [/p]

[p]General [/p]

• [p]Items requiring Artifact Authorization that were previously authorized by a past subscription can no longer be equipped after being shared across the Legacy.  [/p]
• [p]\[Ability] Updated the description text for Dark Embrace to match its gameplay functionality. This ability and its mirror, Mental Disparity, is intended for the DoT to trigger only once. [/p]

[p]Missions[/p]

• [p]\[Manaan: Out of the Blue] This mission is now automatically granted once Borrowed Power is completed. [/p]
• [p]\[Mek-sha: HEROIC 2+ Brotherhood Emancipation] The stairs leading to the second floor are now aligned properly allowing players to easily progress through the mission. [/p]
• [p]\[Ossus: State of Things to Come] This mission can no longer be abandoned. [/p]

[p]Dynamic Encounters[/p]

• [p]\[Ilum: Troubled Tauns] The waste containers now respawn after they have been used. [/p]

[p]Items[/p]

• [p]The nameplate for the Phantasmal Mouse Horranth Decoration is no longer visible when it is placed on a hook. [/p]
• [p]The Flameshell Mewvorr now properly joins the player for a ride when it and a minipet compatible mount are summoned. [/p]
• [p]The GDW Weaponcarrier mount tooltip has been updated to indicate that certain companions and minipets can tag along for the ride. [/p]
• [p]When riding around on the GDW Weaponcarrier, larger companions now appear more aligned with the E-Web Cannon.  [/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue that caused some companions to not appear on the GDW Weaponcarrier despite being previously summoned. [/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue that caused an incorrect model on the Empire Director’s Cowl to appear for characters using Male Body Type 2. [/p]

[p]Galactic Seasons[/p]

• [p]The background color of the “Wall Wires” decoration has been updated to green. [/p]

[p]Customizations[/p]

• [p]Fixed an issue that caused a black texture to appear on the back of characters’ heads when the 49, 50, and 51 complexion appearance options are used. [/p]

[p]Character Modernization [/p]

• [p]Fixed an issue that caused skin color 19 for Torgrutas to appear completely black when Dark Side Corruption is enabled at levels 4 and 5. [/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue that caused a dark line down the back of the head to appear when using male complexions 49, 50, 51, and 54, and female complexions 42, 43, 44, and 47.[/p]

[p]UI[/p]

• [p]Fixed a visual issue that caused the “Exit Warzone” text on the PvP Scoreboard to exceed the perimeter of the button.[/p]

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[p][/p][p]Since 7.0, we have overhauled the new player experience to make playing SWTOR easier and more enjoyable than ever before. Recently, in Game Update 7.7.1 “Flashpoint Resurgence”, we made several updates to lift the limitations of the Free-to-Play (F2P) experience. Let's start with a quick snapshot of the key differences between F2P and Subscriber accounts (we'll cover Preferred further in the article).[/p][p]The table below is not a comprehensive list of the benefits Subscribed players will receive but serves as an overview of what is unlocked with our highest account tier. Here are the top 11 key differences between the F2P and Subscriber tiers. [/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]*F2P accounts can level beyond 60 if they use a Master’s Datacron that is purchased from the Cartel Market[/p][p]**Discount applies to base price of appearance customizations only; does not apply to species or other unlocks and does not reflect the final price of any bundles containing non-discounted items.[/p][p] [/p][p]Preferred Accounts[/p][p]Between F2P and Subscriber tiers, there is a middle tier called Preferred. This status can be obtained 1 of 2 ways: [/p]

• [p]A player has made a purchase of Cartel Coins[/p]
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• A player purchased a Subscription or a bundle with a subscription but it then lapsed [/p]

[p]There are a few additional benefits the Preferred status has over the F2P model. Preferred players: [/p]

• [p]Have 12 character slots per server[/p]
• [p]Can trade with other players beginning at level 10[/p]
• [p]Can send in-game mail containing 1 item[/p]
  • [p]Subscribers can send items and credits[/p]

[p]*If a Subscription lapses, the now Preferred account will continue to have certain benefits: [/p]

• [p]Artifact Authorization - If a player is wearing gear that requires Artifact Authorization, they can continue to use that level of gear so long as they do not unequip it. Should they remove that gear from their character, they will either need to purchase the Artifact Equipment Authorization item or become a Subscriber again to equip the gear.  [/p]
• [p]Depending on when their subscription lapsed, a player will retain access to unlocked story content, and the max level of that expansion cycle. [/p]
  • [p]Example: If a player's subscription lapsed during the Onslaught expansion, their characters could go up to level 75 and they could play all story up through Onslaught.[/p]
  • [p]F2P can only reach the current max level by purchasing a Master’s Datacron[/p]

[p]Other bonuses [/p][p]Security Key[/p][p]Active players of any account status who connect a Security Key to their account will receive Cartel Coin grants! Players will only receive their Cartel Coin grants when logging in if their last grant was more than 29 days prior. [/p][p]Cartel Coin for Subscribers[/p][p]Different subscriptions grant additional Cartel Coins per month while their sub is active: [/p]

• [p]30 Days recurring - 500  coins  per  30  days[/p]
• [p]90 Days recurring - 550  coins  per  30  days[/p]
• [p]180 Days recurring - 600  coins  per  30  days[/p]
• [p]60 Days Game Time Card -  525  coins  per  30  days. Coins  are  granted  30  days  apart.[/p]

[p]There may also be opportunities for active subscribers to obtain limited time login rewards throughout the year. Currently, active Subscribers can earn the GDW Weaponcarrier mount if they log in any time between now and October 14th. [/p][p]Since 7.0, we have overhauled the new player experience to make playing SWTOR easier and more enjoyable than ever before. Recently, in Game Update 7.7.1 “Flashpoint Resurgence”, we made several updates to lift the limitations of the Free-to-Play (F2P) experience. Let's start with a quick snapshot of the key differences between F2P and Subscriber accounts (we'll cover Preferred further in the article).[/p][p]The table below is not a comprehensive list of the benefits Subscribed players will receive but serves as an overview of what is unlocked with our highest account tier. Here are the top 11 key differences between the F2P and Subscriber tiers. [/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]*F2P accounts can level beyond 60 if they use a Master’s Datacron that is purchased from the Cartel Market[/p][p]**Discount applies to base price of appearance customizations only; does not apply to species or other unlocks and does not reflect the final price of any bundles containing non-discounted items.[/p][p] [/p][p]Preferred Accounts[/p][p]Between F2P and Subscriber tiers, there is a middle tier called Preferred. This status can be obtained 1 of 2 ways: [/p]

• [p]A player has made a purchase of Cartel Coins[/p]
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• A player purchased a Subscription or a bundle with a subscription but it then lapsed [/p]

[p]There are a few additional benefits the Preferred status has over the F2P model. Preferred players: [/p]

• [p]Have 12 character slots per server[/p]
• [p]Can trade with other players beginning at level 10[/p]
• [p]Can send in-game mail containing 1 item[/p]
  • [p]Subscribers can send items and credits[/p]

[p]*If a Subscription lapses, the now Preferred account will continue to have certain benefits: [/p]

• [p]Artifact Authorization - If a player is wearing gear that requires Artifact Authorization, they can continue to use that level of gear so long as they do not unequip it. Should they remove that gear from their character, they will either need to purchase the Artifact Equipment Authorization item or become a Subscriber again to equip the gear.  [/p]
• [p]Depending on when their subscription lapsed, a player will retain access to unlocked story content, and the max level of that expansion cycle. [/p]
  • [p]Example: If a player's subscription lapsed during the Onslaught expansion, their characters could go up to level 75 and they could play all story up through Onslaught.[/p]
  • [p]F2P can only reach the current max level by purchasing a Master’s Datacron[/p]

[p]Other bonuses [/p][p]Security Key[/p][p]Active players of any account status who connect a Security Key to their account will receive Cartel Coin grants! Players will only receive their Cartel Coin grants when logging in if their last grant was more than 29 days prior. [/p][p]Cartel Coin for Subscribers[/p][p]Different subscriptions grant additional Cartel Coins per month while their sub is active: [/p]

• [p]30 Days recurring - 500 coins per 30 days[/p]
• [p]90 Days recurring - 550 coins per 30 days[/p]
• [p]180 Days recurring - 600 coins per 30 days[/p]
• [p]60 Days Game Time Card -  525 coins per 30 days. Coins are granted 30 days apart[/p]

[p]There may also be opportunities for active subscribers to obtain limited time login rewards throughout the year. Currently, active Subscribers can earn the GDW Weaponcarrier mount if they log in any time between now and October 14th. 


[/p][p]As Star Wars™: The Old Republic approaches its 14th year, we continue to be committed to delivering new content and improving the game for players of all types, whether you're a loyal subscriber, a new player, or returning from taking a break.  We've added many in-game features for everyone and continue our Quality of Life improvements, adding new content, and enhancing the game through modernization. [/p][p]It is important to note that as we continue to support and update the game, the above information could change over time. We will communicate these changes if/when they occur.  [/p][p]Thanks for playing and May the Force Be With You![/p]

[p]We will be bringing down the servers on September 30th at 5:00am CT / 10:00am UTC deploy Game Update 7.7.1c. [/p][p][/p][p]Estimated downtime: 8 hours. See here for more details. [/p][p][/p][p]Patch notes will be available on Monday. [/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p]