Latest The Old Republic News

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  Disney Set to Close LucasArts: Clouded the Future Is

  Disney has confirmed that they have closed Lucasfilm subsidiary LucasArts – with the intention of licensing fan-favorite brands to outside developers.

  by Ben Kendrick | Apr 3, 201324 Comments

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  The Game Rant Guide: April 2013 Edition

  Get the scoop on all the video games set to release in April 2013, for all your favorite systems!

  by Kyle Matthews | Apr 1, 201313 Comments

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  ‘Borderlands 2′ is This Year’s Most Played New Game

  Popular gameplay tracking service has doled out awards for the most played new game, downloadable game, new IP, and overall game for 2012. Find out which game took top honors.

  by Anthony Taormina | Dec 14, 20123 Comments

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  BioWare Co-Founders Ray Muzyka and Greg Zeschuk Retire

  After 17 years together at BioWare, studio co-founders Ray Muzyka and Greg Zeschuk have decided to hang it up – and leave the video game industry entirely. What might be next in the ‘Mass Effect’ and ‘Dragon Age’ developer’s future?

  by Brian Sipple | Sep 18, 201215 Comments

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  ‘Stars Wars: The Old Republic’ Goes Free-to-Play in November

  Electronic Arts has today announced that ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ will go free-to-play in November, but will feature a ton of incentives to subscribe.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jul 31, 201212 Comments

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  ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ Layoffs Inbound

  ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ loses its executive producer just as layoffs approach BioWare’s Austin office. How long until the game goes free-to-play?

  by Rob Keyes | Jul 19, 201218 Comments

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  ‘Knights Of The Old Republic’ Collection Appears On Amazon

  Both Amazon and GameStop are listing a ‘Knights of the Old Republic Collection’ as coming out this month, though LucasArts has yet to confirm. Get the full details including release date and box art!

  by Anthony Mole | Jul 2, 20129 Comments

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  EA & BioWare Exploring Free-to-Play Options For ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’

  With ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ allowing a free-to-play trial up to level 15, EA and BioWare are looking at other free-to-play options, potentially dropping subscriptions in the future.

  by Mike Crayton | Jun 17, 201210 Comments

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  ‘The Old Republic’ Average Server Population is 344 Players

  Subscription numbers have dropped since ‘The Old Republic’s launch, and the servers haven’t shrunk with them. Now we know just how lonely some servers really are.

  by Andrew Dyce | May 24, 201213 Comments

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  ‘The Old Republic’ Details ‘Allies’ Game Update 1.3

  Despite studio layoffs, big changes are coming to ‘The Old Republic with the ‘Allies’ update, from further customization of armor appearance and traits to the ability to augment every in-game item.

  by Andrew Dyce | May 22, 20124 Comments

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  Analyst Says ‘Dragon Age 3′ Delayed to Focus on ‘The Old Republic’

  After a large number of subscribers jumped ship, BioWare and EA have decided to focus on fixing problems with ‘The Old Republic’ but, according to one analyst, the move comes with a cost – delaying ‘Dragon Age 3.’

  by C.J. Smillie | May 9, 201221 Comments

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  ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ Loses 25% of Subscribers Since Launch

  After a strong first month, subscription numbers for ‘The Old Republic’ have taken a dip. But EA isn’t concerned, due to the types of players who have decided to stick around.

  by Andrew Dyce | May 8, 201216 Comments

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  ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ Game Update 1.2 Blasts into View

  The Legacy Update for ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ has finally arrived, bringing with it new mechanics, missions, Warzones, and more.

  by Jacob Siegal | Apr 16, 20121 Comment

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  EA Doesn’t Back Down Against Thousands Of Anti-Gay Letters

  Electronic Arts received a multitude of homophobic letters after players were presented with options of homosexual relationships in ‘Mass Effect 3′ and ‘The Old Republic’.

  by Anthony Mole | Apr 5, 201291 Comments

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  Weekly Game Trailer Roundup: March 25

  This week’s Weekly Game Trailer Roundup features a whole slew of exciting new videos to melt your eyeballs, including ‘The Old Republic,’ ‘Lollipop Chainsaw,’ ‘The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings,’ ‘Max Payne 3,’ ‘Dead or Alive 5,’ ‘SSX,’ and many more!

  by Tyler Schirado | Mar 25, 20122 Comments

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  Blizzard: ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ Impacting ‘World of Warcraft’ Subscribers

  Blizzard admits that the drop in subscribers for ‘World of Warcraft’ has to be partially attributed to the rise of ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic.’

  by Matt Rowland | Mar 20, 20129 Comments

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  ‘The Old Republic’ Class Story Expansions Being Planned

  Good news for fans of ‘The Old Republic’ who’ve already reached the ends of their character’s story arcs, as the developers promise new chapters are inbound.

  by Andrew Dyce | Mar 19, 20122 Comments

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  Weekly Video Game News Roundup: March 16th

  In the March 9th – 16th roundup, we discuss a ‘Tribes: Ascend’ release date, a new IP from the ‘Just Cause’ developer, Sony’s own disappointment with the Move, the end of ‘Sonic 4,’ and so much more!

  by Curt Hutson | Mar 16, 20128 Comments

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  Try ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ For Free This Weekend

  Now is the time to see what all the fuss is about, or show your friends what they’ve been missing, as ‘The Old Republic’ goes free to play for this weekend only.

  by Andrew Dyce | Mar 13, 20124 Comments

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  ‘The Old Republic’ Trailer Details Update 1.2 Changes

  The latest trailer for ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ details just how many massive changes are in store with Update 1.2. Hardcore or casual, fans should be excited.

  by Andrew Dyce | Mar 7, 20124 Comments

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  The Game Rant Game Guide: March 2012 Edition

  As March comes begins, we at Game Rant detail what we’ll be playing this month, as well as give you, the readers, a comprehensive list of games releasing this month. Join us, and let us know what you’ll be playing in March!

  by Anthony Mole | Mar 7, 20124 Comments

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  ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ Update 1.2 Brings First Of Many Changes

  After recently tweaking the economy of ‘The Old Republic,’ BioWare’s comments on the future of the game starting with Patch 1.2 show they’ve still got big plans.

  by Andrew Dyce | Mar 4, 201218 Comments

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  Set The Mood With Video Game Themed Valentine’s Day Cards

  Another Valentine’s Day is upon us, but instead of a sappy card that shares your feeling why not give your significant other one with a video game theme. Here’s we made to help you out.

  by Anthony Taormina | Feb 14, 20125 Comments

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  ‘Skyrim’ Dominates 15th Annual Interactive Achievement Awards

  The Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences announces the winners for the 15th annual Interactive Achievement Awards. Read on to see which games took home awards with the complete winners list.

  by Rob Keyes | Feb 10, 20129 Comments

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  The Game Rant Game Guide: February 2012 Edition

  We’re already a few days into February, but don’t think we forgot about the Game Guide! Find out what’s releasing this month and let us know what you’ll be playing!

  by Anthony Mole | Feb 7, 20125 Comments

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  BioWare Announces First ‘The Old Republic’ Guild Summit

  Out of the blue, BioWare announces the first ever ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ Guild Summit for March 2012 in Austin, Texas where fans will get to discuss the game directly with its developers.

  by Curt Hutson | Feb 2, 20122 Comments

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  ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ Earns Big in First 30 Days

  BioWare’s first entry into the MMORPG market sells 2 million copies in its first 30 days of release, earning 1.7 million active subscribers. Read on for the details and some interested statistics.

  by Trung Bui | Feb 1, 20122 Comments

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  ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ Patch 1.1.1 Details

  Several issues are being fixed with Patch 1.1.1 for ‘The Old Republic,’ including a PvP exploit that was introduced with the previous update. Read on for the full list.

  by Andrew Dyce | Jan 31, 20122 Comments

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  New Ability Delay Patch Now Available For ‘The Old Republic’

  Update 1.1.0b wasn’t meant to be a major patch for ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic,’ but Bioware thought it was important enough to launch before the next scheduled update.

  by Matt Rowland | Jan 26, 2012No Comments

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  BioWare’s Lack Of Meme Knowledge Leads To Banned ‘SW:TOR’ User

  BioWare goes all Sith on a ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ message board user for an apparent age-related violation of the game’s Terms Of Service.

  by Curt Hutson | Jan 24, 20129 Comments

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  ‘Rise of the Rakghouls’ Valor Exploit Discovered; Director Discusses Future Updates

  Despite a one day delay, the ‘Rise of the Rakghouls’ update for ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ went live with a major exploit intact. Meanwhile, the game’s director looks to the future.

  by Jeff Schille | Jan 18, 20122 Comments

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  ‘The Old Republic’ 1.1 Rise of the Rakghouls Update Delayed

  Originally due out today, January 17, Star: Wars: The Old Republic’s 1.1 Rise of the Rakghouls update has been delayed until further testing is completed.

  by Matt Rowland | Jan 17, 20122 Comments

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  ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ Review

  The long-awaited ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ MMO is finally available in a galaxy near you – but does the title deliver both an intriguing ‘Star Wars’ experience and solid gameplay? Read our review.

  by Curt Hutson | Jan 17, 201210 Comments

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  Next Major ‘The Old Republic’ Update Lets Characters Assemble Families

  BioWare releases its first ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ update tomorrow and promises that the next update will bring even more Force-goodness to the table, including creating a playable family of characters.

  by Matt Rowland | Jan 16, 20122 Comments

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  BioWare Explains ‘The Old Republic’ UI Problem, Teases Rewards for Neutral Players

  BioWare has confirmed that the ‘medium’ texture choice in ‘The Old Republic’ was a bug, and are also teasing force neutral players with potential rewards.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jan 12, 2012No Comments

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  ‘Rise of the Rakghouls’ Update Coming To ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ Next Week

  Only a few weeks in and BioWare is already releasing the first content update for ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic.’ Read on for the details and hints of what’s to to come.

  by Rob Keyes | Jan 12, 20122 Comments

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  BioWare Founder Ponders A Do-Over of ‘Old Republic’ Launch

  Unfortunately for BioWare and ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic,’ playground rules don’t apply to game launches and a do-over is out of the question, but it hasn’t stopped them from thinking about how it might have gone better.

  by Curt Hutson | Jan 10, 20123 Comments

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  The Game Rant Game Guide: January 2012 Edition

  It’s the first week of January which means…another Game Rant Game Guide! Come join us to see what we’ll be playing this month. Join in and leave a comment below telling us what you’ll be playing.

  by Anthony Mole | Jan 5, 20125 Comments

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  BioWare: ‘The Old Republic’ Patches Coming Every Week

  ‘The Old Republic’ looks to be getting all the technical support it needs, starting with updates and fixes on a weekly basis. Take note, developers.

  by Andrew Dyce | Jan 5, 20121 Comment

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  ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ Invincibility Exploit Found

  Players have uncovered an invincibility exploit for ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ that has to be seen to be believed. Put on your dancing shoes, and get ready to live forever.

  by Jeff Schille | Jan 4, 20126 Comments

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  ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ Might Be Coming to the Mac

  Though there not ready to make an announcement, BioWare founders Ray Muzyka and Greg Zeschuk are considering bringing ‘The Old Republic’ to the Mac.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jan 4, 20129 Comments

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  BioWare Bans ‘The Old Republic’ Players for In-Game Exploits

  In-game exploits have left some players of ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ facing temporary suspensions, while others have been permanently booted for credit farming.

  by Matt Rowland | Jan 3, 20124 Comments

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  BioWare Founders Talk ‘The Old Republic’ Going Free-to-Play

  BioWare Doctors Ray Muzyka and Greg Zeschuk say that ‘The Old Repulbic’ won’t be going free-to-play anytime soon, but another BioWare IP might debut as FTP.

  by Anthony Taormina | Dec 29, 201118 Comments

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  Progression Guide for Level 10 Jedi Knights in ‘The Old Republic’

  BioWare has released a Jedi Knight progression guide for ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ that makes character customization choices a little easier for those who feel overwhelmed.

  by Matt Rowland | Dec 29, 20115 Comments

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  ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ Now the Fastest Growing MMO in History

  ‘The Old Republic’ is now growing faster than any MMO before it – as players flood online to battle it out in the Star Wars universe.

  by Matt Rowland | Dec 27, 20119 Comments

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  BioWare: ‘The Old Republic’ Could Have Been a ‘Game of Thrones’ MMO

  While ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ seems like a no-brainer, BioWare actually tossed around the idea of a ‘Game of Thrones’ and a ‘Dark Tower’ MMO.

  by Anthony Taormina | Dec 24, 201111 Comments

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  The Old Republic: ‘Your Saga Begins’ Launch Trailer

  If anyone still needs convincing that ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ could be a monumental game, or just wants to get a bit more excited, this should do the trick.

  by Andrew Dyce | Dec 23, 20112 Comments

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  BioWare Instructs ‘The Old Republic’ Players to Avoid High-Traffic Servers

  Want to avoid queuing in line for one of the ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ servers? BioWare lists a handful of servers that gamers should avoid if they want to play the game.

  by Matt Rowland | Dec 21, 20115 Comments

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  Registration Code Errors Leave ‘Old Republic’ Players Frustrated

  In an all-too-familiar trend with game launches, ‘The Old Republic’ is now experiencing registration code issues, leaving some players out in the cold – with no word from BioWare or EA on the matter.

  by Matt Rowland | Dec 21, 20112 Comments

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  ‘The Old Republic’ Estimated at 1.5 Million Users; Long Server Lines

  With an estimated 1.5 million users, ‘The Old Republic’ already seems to be a huge success for EA and BioWare – that is if the wait times to get into a game weren’t so long.

  by Anthony Mole | Dec 19, 20114 Comments

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  BioWare Offers Two-Day Grace Period for ‘The Old Republic’ Registration

  A two-day grace period has been added on to the time between when ‘The Old Republic’ must be registered and when all early access progress will be lost.

  by Anthony Taormina | Dec 19, 20113 Comments

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  Corrupted Saves: Grand Theft Star Wars

  This week’s Corrupted Saves shows that even though there may be wars in the stars, it’s easy to be a part of them from your own home.

  by Aaron Leach | Dec 18, 20112 Comments

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  Star Wars Galaxies is No More

  A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away there was a Star Wars MMO where Jedi were a rare encounter. Goodbye old (and newer) Star Wars Galaxies, and welcome, The Old Republic.

  by Rob Keyes | Dec 16, 20113 Comments

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  ‘The Old Republic’ Future Content Being ‘Agressively Planned’

  The developers of ‘The Old Republic’ know just how important it is to keep new fans interested and old fans happy, and have got some big ideas for the future of the MMO.

  by Andrew Dyce | Dec 16, 201116 Comments

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  ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ Early Access Starts Next Week

  It’s no Jedi mind trick. Bioware is starting early access to ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ sooner that originally thought. Pre-order customers, get ready!

  by Curt Hutson | Dec 9, 20116 Comments

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  EA Reports 2 Million Players Registered for ‘The Old Republic’ Beta

  Electronic Arts’ CFO Eric Brown has revealed that highly anticipated MMO ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ received some 2 Million registrants for its beta testing.

  by Anthony Taormina | Dec 5, 20114 Comments

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  The Game Rant Game Guide: December 2011 & Beyond Edition

  What will we be playing in December, and what are we looking forward to in 2012? keep reading to find out and see our comprehensive list of games releasing this month. Join in and let us know what you’ll be playing!

  by Anthony Mole | Dec 1, 201111 Comments

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  Activision’s Kotick Doesn’t ‘Understand’ The Old Republic’s ‘Economics’

  As the launch of BioWare’s ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ nears, Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick publicly questions how the game can be profitable.

  by Jeff Schille | Nov 29, 20119 Comments

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  ‘Star Wars: The Old Republic’ Character Creation Video

  ‘The Old Republic’ has customization options that leave ‘WoW’ in the dust, but will it be enough to keep perfectionist MMO fans happy? Watch this video walkthrough now.

  by Andrew Dyce | Nov 22, 2011No Comments

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  WWE 12, SSX, Prototype 2, Serious Sam 3, Need for Speed The Run, and The Old Republic Trailers

  Check out brand new trailers for SSX, WWE 12, Prototype 2, Serious Sam 3: BFE, Need for Speed The Run, and Star Wars: The Old Republic.

  by Tyler Schirado | Nov 18, 20111 Comment