We are pleased to announce the winners of the Best View in SWTOR contest! Out of thousands of entries that were submitted for the Best View in SWTOR contest, ten incredible winners were selected by the development team.
Balmorra: [Nelanther / Darth Malgus]
Belsavis: [Sonicphoto/Satele Shan]
Corellia: [Shorinjin/Satele Shan]
Dantooine: [Dark-Ansewez/Tulak Hord]
Ilum: [Mathieu-R/Star Forge]
Nar Shaddaa: [NebulanKeltaz/Star Forge]
Onderon: [Cyrni/Darth Malgus]
Oricon: [HighWarlockBane/Star Forge]
Ruhnuk: [walrusRus/Star Forge]
Voss: [Shadowtwin/Darth Malgus]
When Game Update 7.4 goes live, each screenshot will be implemented into the game as framed decorations that can be purchased for your Strongholds. Around the same time, the lucky winners shall receive special gilded versions of their winning screenshot via in-game mail.
(Gilded version awarded to winners of the contest)
Congratulations to the winners, and thank you all for sharing your favorite views of SWTOR!
The Shae Vizla server is now open to all players!
Players in the Asian-Pacific region have a new server to call home. The Shae Vizla APAC server is now open for all players!
This is an exciting opportunity for all players current, returning, and new who reside in the APAC region. Our established players can enjoy the nostalgia of the game, build new communities within APAC, and offer guidance to new players. Those who will be starting their adventure for the first time will have over 12 years of content, stories, and fun to enjoy in their Star Wars™ journey.
We’ll be playing alongside all of our players in celebration of launch. We look forward to seeing everyone on the Shae Vizla server!
An exciting announcement from Executive Producer, Keith Kanneg!
Hi folks!
I’m back again with more Star Wars™: The Old Republic news to share with our players! Let’s get right into it. If you recall, back in April, we tested a new cloud server in the Asia–Pacific (APAC) region which was called Shae Vizla.
I am thrilled to announce the Shae Vizla server launches November 16, 2023 for early access!
We have been wanting to spin up a server in this region for quite some time now, and with our recent technological upgrades, it is now possible to make this a reality. Over the last year, we’ve updated our launcher, upgraded the game client to 64-bit, and recently we’ve migrated all of our game servers to the cloud. All of these are a huge win for us as we continue to modernize our infrastructure enabling us to open up new areas, improve performance, and make it easier to deliver new content and manage the overall game.
This is an exciting opportunity for all players in the APAC region, whether you’re current, returning, or brand new! Shae Vizla will be a new server with no transfers available at launch. This will allow us to monitor the health of the server’s economy and simultaneously provide a space for players who want to start on a clean slate or who have never played before. In essence, opening a new server this way will feel like a new launch. Our established players can enjoy the nostalgia of the game, build new communities within APAC, and offer guidance to new players. Those who will be starting their adventure for the first time will have over 12 years of content, stories, and fun to enjoy in their Star Wars™ journey.
Now onto the launch details for Shae Vizla:
The new server launches for Subscribers on November 16th at 1pm CT / November 17th at 6am AEDT.
Subscribers will have exclusive access to the server for 24 hours before it is opened to all players.
We are offering early access to subscribed players so they have the first chance to obtain their preferred character and Guild names.
Players looking for an opportunity to subscribe can take advantage of our new Join the Fight bundle that includes 60 days sub, 2400 Cartel Coins, and the exclusive K-NoCo B5C mount that is rideable at level 1!
The server will be open to all players on November 17th at 1pm CT / November 18th at 6am AEDT
Devs will be out and about on the server alongside everyone!
I’m very pleased that we can open a server in the APAC region and work towards creating other opportunities for more players to experience a game we all love. I look forward to seeing you all on the Shae Vizla server when we go live!
-Keith Kanneg, Executive Producer of Star Wars™: The Old Republic
APAC Server FAQ is below. An FAQ for new players is also provided following the APAC list.
Where is the Shae Vizla APAC server located?
It is located in Sydney AU, same as when we opened it for testing earlier this year.
If I already created a character, can I transfer it over to the new Shae Vizla server?
Transfers will not be available at launch. Players can choose to create a new character and start from level 1 or use a level boost. We will be monitoring and observing how the community establishes its own identity, Guilds, and economy. We intend to open transfers at a later time. Timing is dependent upon our overall status review of the server at that time.
Will players be able to boost their characters to 70 or 80?
Yes. We are not removing that existing functionality from the server. The following boosts can be used:
Master’s Datacron and Equipment
Commander’s Character Token
Commander’s Compendium (for companions)
How will Galactic Seasons work on the new server?
Players will find that Galactic Seasons 5 “Confidence in Power'' will be active on Shae Vizla until January 24, 2024. It will have the same end date as the other live servers, but will run for a shorter period of time.
Will my Legacy be available on the new server?
No, as that requires a character transfer, but players can use the same Legacy name.
Will I have to purchase all the perks again?
Any unlock that is an ACCOUNT WIDE unlock will be available on the Shae Vizla server, consistent with how the rest of the game works today.
How will Strongholds work?
If Strongholds were purchased with Cartel Coins, they will need to be unlocked on the new server, however, the price will be 0 credits and no additional Cartel Coins. If a Stronghold was purchased with credits, they will need to be repurchased with credits. In both cases, players will be unlocking or repurchasing a brand new Stronghold.
New to SWTOR?
Star Wars™: The Old Republic™ is the only massively-multiplayer online game with a Free-to-Play option that puts you at the center of your own story-driven Star Wars™ saga. you create your own hero based on the classic Star Wars roles, including Jedi Knights, Sith Lords, Bounty Hunters, Smugglers, and more.
SWTOR offers both solo and grouped content, main storyline, class and planetary specific missions, Guilds, Strongholds that can be decorated, a Players vs. Player (PvP) mode, and six expansions of content that extends beyond your class storyline.
There is over a decade of content to enjoy and experience, and we are thrilled you want to begin your journey in a galaxy far, far away.
How do I create an account?
If you do not already have an account, you can create one here!
Processor: AMD: AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core 4000+ or better
Intel: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0GHz or better
Memory: 6 GB VRAM
Graphics: Star Wars™: The Old Republic requires a video card that has a minimum of 1 GB of on-board RAM as well as support for Shader 3.0 or better. )Examples include:Intel HD 3000 or better/AMD Radeon HD 7450/Nvidia GeForce 610)
Storage: 75 GB available space
Internet connection: Required to play
What Origin Stories (classes) are available?
There are eight Origin Stories that players can choose to play between the Republic and Empire factions.
Republic
Jedi Knight
Jedi Consular
Trooper
Smuggler
Empire
Sith Warrior
Sith Inquisitor
Bounty Hunter
Imperial Agent
Each Origin Story has its own storyline and group of unique companions associated with it. Players can create their own custom characters and choose from a variety of Combat Styles to suit their playstyle before embarking onto their adventures.
What group content is available in SWTOR?
Players can group up with friends or other players who can become friends to take on the challenges of Flashpoints, Uprisings, and Operations.
Flashpoints are stand-alone, story-driven missions that call on a group of players to band together to complete them.
Uprisings are fast paced, high-action, repeatable group missions that are much like regular Flashpoints, although generally more compact in scope.
Operations are large-scale multi-group missions where you will join your Republic or Imperial allies to confront the most dangerous threats in the galaxy. Each story-driven Operation is available to both allegiances and is designed to challenge groups of either eight or sixteen players to use their skills, wits, and teamwork to ensure that they successfully complete the mission while still being accessible to newcomers to the genre.
Are there difficulty modes available?
Yes! SWTOR has three modes that players can choose from to experience story and grouped content.
Story Mode Story Mode is the easiest difficulty level and is the fastest way to experience the story.
Veteran Mode Designed for players looking for more of a challenge. The enemies will be tougher, but the rewards will be greater as you work as a team to come out victorious.
Master Mode Requiring both patience and skill, Master Mode will need a balanced group of players with powerful gear and require players to have reached max level to complete.
Is there a PvP mode in SWTOR?
There is! Players can join PvP Arena, Warzone, or Galactic Starfighter queues.
8v8 Warzones make up the majority of player vs. player matches. Victory is achieved by completing various objectives.
4v4 Arenas are a Last Team Standing Warzone in which you have only one goal: to eliminate all players on the opposing team.
Galactic Starfighter lets players take part in flight PvP matches. Players can take part in a variety of roles with different Starfighter ships, each with their own advantages and disadvantages. As players progress they’ll earn upgrades and customization options for each of their ships to build the ultimate Starfighter.
You mentioned Guilds?
Players can join an existing Guild or start their own! Guilds are a fantastic way to experience group content, socialize with and learn from other players, and receive a boost to the amount of experience points you earn while leveling. Each Guild can have their own Flagship, participate in Conquest, and decorate their very own Stronghold.
What are Strongholds?
Your personal home in the Star Wars™ galaxy. Players can purchase a variety of Strongholds with credits, Cartel Coins, or Galactic Seasons tokens. Each Stronghold is unique in design and can be decorated with thousands of items that can be purchased, earned, or found out in the universe.
What does Legacy mean?
Players can create their own family dynasty through the Legacy System, unlocking new skills, items, and other character options that were previously unavailable. As players progress through the game, there are a variety of achievements, titles, class and companion unlocks and much more that become accessible to all of your characters once obtained.
Galactic Seasons 5 Objectives: Nov 14 - Dec 18th
Galactic Seasons : “Confidence in Power” started with the launch of Game Update 7.3.1. Here is the list of the Season Objectives from November 14th - December 18th.
(Loth-cat Kitten Pet)
November 14 - 20
Daily
Influencing the Galaxy - Earn 25,000 Personal Conquest Points across your Legacy.
Weekly Complete any 7/11
March Across the Galaxy - Earn 200,000 Personal Conquest Points across your Legacy.
Gathering the Seeds Obtain Dark Spores by completing Daily Objectives, Season Objectives, Season Reward Track, Flashpoints, Uprisings, Operations, or defeating enemies across the Galaxy.
Daily Objectives grant 2 Dark Spores
Season Objectives grant 10-15 Dark Spores
Some Reward Track levels grant Dark Spores
Flashpoints grant 2-4 Dark Spores
Uprisings grant 3-5 Dark Spores
8 Player Operations grant 12-18 Dark Spores
16 Player Operations grant 14-24 Dark Spores
Lair Bosses (including Event Lair Bosses) grant 2-6 Dark Spores
Combat outside of the above content without a companion is prone to produce higher yields of Dark Spores. Speaking with an 'Informative Jawa' on the Fleet may offer aid in locating Dark Spores.
Planting the Darkness
Turn in Dark Spores to 3V-1L on the Fleet to earn Reputation with The Master's Top Secret Army.
Supplying the War Effort
Assemble materials into any of the following War Supplies: Infantry Supply Kits, Starship Weapons, Armored Vehicles, Crystal Capacitors, or a Holocron of Strategy, then assemble an Invasion Force.
Seat of the Empire Daily Sweep
Complete the mission: [WEEKLY] Daily Area: Ziost multiple times or complete [WEEKLY] Daily Area: Yavin and [WEEKLY] The Enemy Within once.
Dealings in Hutt Space
Complete Repeatable, Exploration, or Bonus Missions while defeating enemies across Makeb, Nar Shaddaa, Quesh, Voss, Darvannis, or Ossus. To locate Exploration Missions throughout the Galaxy, check 'Show Exploration Missions' on the World Map Legend.
Peace or Power
Complete Missions as a Jedi Knight or a Sith Warrior Origin.
Decorated Combatant
Earn Warzone Medals (1 point per medal).
Clashing in the Stars
Complete Galactic Starfighter matches. Earn double progress for wins.
Ascension
Complete Chapter V: Ascension of Knights of the Eternal Throne on Veteran difficulty or harder. (Requires a Subscription and/or access to Knights of the Eternal Throne)
Coordinated Actions
Complete Karaggas's Palace, Explosive Conflict, Dread Fortress, The Ravagers on Story difficulty (Requires a Subscription)
November 21 - 27
Daily
Influencing the Galaxy - Earn 25,000 Personal Conquest Points across your Legacy.
Weekly Complete any 7/11
March Across the Galaxy Earn 200,000 Personal Conquest Points across your Legacy.
Mousecapades
Cause Chaos in Cantinas
Still Got It
Defeat non-player enemies across the Galaxy without the aid of your Companions. (No companion may be summoned for progression. This does not progress through Warzones, Galactic Starfighter, Flashpoints, or Operations)
This Will Do Nicely
Affect enemies with destructible pipes, tanks, canisters, and capacitors found throughout the Galaxy.
Ace of the Armada
Board your personal ship and complete 3 Space Missions.
Serenity or Passion
Complete Missions as a Jedi Consular or a Sith Inquisitor Origin.
Sparks of War
Defeat Champion difficulty Republic and Imperial guard droids and turrets across Alderaan and Corellia.
Storming the Battlefront Complete Arena matches. Earn double progress for wins.
The Nightmare of Voss
Defeat the Nightmare Pilgrim World Boss on Voss.
Fearsome Foes
Defeat Dread Pirate Karvoy on Mek-sha and R8-X8 on Ossus. (Requires a Subscription)
Wrath and Ruin
Complete Chapter I: Wrath and Ruin of Knights of the Eternal Throne on Veteran difficulty or harder. (Requires a Subscription and/or access to Knights of the Eternal Throne)
November 28 - December 4
Daily
Influencing the Galaxy - Earn 25,000 Personal Conquest Points across your Legacy.
Weekly Complete any 7/11
March Across the Galaxy - Earn 200,000 Personal Conquest Points across your Legacy.
Mousecapades
Cause Chaos in Cantinas.
I Have Your Back
Defeat non-player enemies across the Galaxy with any Companion in a Damage Role. (This does not progress through Warzones, Galactic Starfighter, Flashpoints, or Operations)
For the Right Price
Complete Missions as a Smuggler or a Bounty Hunter Origin.
Supplying the War Effort
Assemble materials into any of the following War Supplies: Infantry Supply Kits, Starship Weapons, Armored Vehicles, Crystal Capacitors, or a Holocron of Strategy, then assemble an Invasion Force.
Capitals of Dichotomy
Complete Repeatable, Exploration, or Bonus Missions while defeating enemies on Coruscant or Dromund Kaas. To locate Exploration Missions throughout the Galaxy, check 'Show Exploration Missions' on the World Map Legend.
Legacies of the Outer Rim
Complete 2 Flashpoints from the following list: Battle of Rishi, Hammer Station, Athiss, or The Nathema Conspiracy (requires content).
Clashing in the Stars
Complete Galactic Starfighter matches. Earn double progress for wins.
Heading the Frontline
Complete Warzone matches. Earn double progress for wins.
The Eternal Champion
Complete all 10 rounds of the Mayhem at the Arena Grand on Zakuul. (Requires a Subscription and/or access to Knights of the Fallen Empire)
Coordinated Actions
Complete Karaggas's Palace, Explosive Conflict, Dread Fortress, The Ravagers on Story difficulty (Requires a Subscription)
December 5 - December 11
Daily
Influencing the Galaxy - Earn 25,000 Personal Conquest Points across your Legacy.
Weekly - Complete any 7/11
March Across the Galaxy - Earn 200,000 Personal Conquest Points across your Legacy.
Gathering the Seeds Obtain Dark Spores by completing Daily Objectives, Season Objectives, Season Reward Track, Flashpoints, Uprisings, Operations, or defeating enemies across the Galaxy.
Daily Objectives grant 2 Dark Spores
Season Objectives grant 10-15 Dark Spores
Some Reward Track levels grant Dark Spores
Flashpoints grant 2-4 Dark Spores
Uprisings grant 3-5 Dark Spores
8 Player Operations grant 12-18 Dark Spores
16 Player Operations grant 14-24 Dark Spores
Lair Bosses (including Event Lair Bosses) grant 2-6 Dark Spores
Combat outside of the above content without a companion is prone to produce higher yields of Dark Spores. Speaking with an 'Informative Jawa' on the Fleet may offer aid in locating Dark Spores.
Peace or Power
Complete Missions as a Jedi Knight or a Sith Warrior Origin.
Serenity or Passion
Complete Missions as a Jedi Consular or a Sith Inquisitor Origin.
Seeking Artifacts
Uncover artifacts and other lost treasures with your Seeker Droid across Alderaan, Tatooine, Hoth, and Makeb.
Reaches of Unknown and Wild Space
Complete Repeatable, Exploration, or Bonus Missions while defeating enemies on CZ-198, Ilum, Iokath, or Zakuul. To locate Exploration Missions throughout the Galaxy, check 'Show Exploration Missions' on the World Map Legend.
Legacies of the Ambitious and Deceitful
Complete 2 Flashpoints from the following list: Objective Meridian (requires content), A Traitor Among the Chiss (requires content), Kaon Under Siege, or Blood Hunt.
Sparks of War
Defeat Champion difficulty Republic and Imperial guard droids and turrets across Alderaan and Corellia.
Capital Punishment Defeat The First on Dromund Kaas and SD-0 on Coruscant.
Brawl with Kithrawl
Defeat Kithrawl on Ruhnuk. (Requires a Subscription and/or access to Legends of the Sith)
The R-4 Anomaly
Make progress in Operation: R-4 Anomaly by defeating bosses on any difficulty. (Requires a Subscription)
December 12 - 18
Daily
Influencing the Galaxy - Earn 25,000 Personal Conquest Points across your Legacy.
Weekly Complete any 7/11
March Across the Galaxy - Earn 200,000 Personal Conquest Points across your Legacy.
Planting the Darkness
Turn in Dark Spores to 3V-1L on the Fleet to earn Reputation with The Master's Top Secret Army.
Cover Me
Defeat non-player enemies across the Galaxy with any Companion in a Heal Role. (This does not progress through Warzones, Galactic Starfighter, Flashpoints, or Operations)
Mousecapades
Cause Chaos in Cantinas.
Supplying the War Effort
Assemble materials into any of the following War Supplies: Infantry Supply Kits, Starship Weapons, Armored Vehicles, Crystal Capacitors, or a Holocron of Strategy, then assemble an Invasion Force.
Seeking Artifacts
Uncover artifacts and other lost treasures with your Seeker Droid across Alderaan, Tatooine, Hoth, and Makeb.
Legacies of the Underworld
Complete 2 Flashpoints from the following list: Directive 7, Mandalorian Raiders, Cademimu, or Spirit of Vengeance (requires content).
Legacies of Revan
Complete 2 Flashpoints from the following list: Maelstrom Prison (Republic only), Taral V (Republic only), The Foundry (Empire only), or Boarding Party (Empire only). Seat of the Empire Daily Sweep Complete the mission: [WEEKLY] Daily Area: Ziost multiple times or complete [WEEKLY] Daily Area: Yavin and [WEEKLY] The Enemy Within once.
Sweeping Manaan and Ruhnuk
Complete the mission: [WEEKLY] Daily Area: Manaan or [WEEKLY] Daily Area: Ruhnuk. (Requires a Subscription and/or access to Legends of the Sith)
The Eternal Champion
Complete all 10 rounds of the Mayhem at the Arena Grand on Zakuul. (Requires a Subscription and/or access to Knights of the Fallen Empire)
PvP Season 4 "Fortune and Fame" is coming November 7th!
PvP Season 4 “Fortune and Fame” is coming November 7th! Like previous PvP seasons, “Fortune and Fame” will run for 12 weeks.
Read on for all the information about season objectives and new rewards players can earn or purchase from the seasonal vendors, Tullek and Giradda the Hutt. Be sure to also check out the map changes made in Season 3 “Reign of Glory”!
Season Objectives
F2P and Preferred players will receive 4 Weekly Objectives while Subscribers will receive 6 Weekly Objectives upon the Weekly Reset. All players will need to complete 4 objectives per week to make progress on the reward track.
New Rewards!
More armor sets, decorations, titles, and an achievement will be coming with Season 4! Here’s a breakdown of all the seasonal rewards.
(Season 4 flags)
Titles
Legacy Title: Scourge of the Outer Rim - earned at level 6
Title: Pirate Captain - earned at level 11
Armors
(Renegade Gunner Armor and Burning Rampage Armor - earned on PvP Reward track)
(Renegade Bandit and Rampaging Bandit Armors - found on PvP vendor)
Decorations
(Battler trophy, Renegade Gunner Armor display, small and large PvP trophy)
(Large and small trophies decorations)
(Renegade Gunner Armor Display and Battler Trophy decorations)
Additions to the seasonal PvP vendors
(PvP vendors, Giradda the Hutt and Tullek, can be found on the Fleet in the Combat Training area)
Tullek
Tullek will update his inventory with new rewards when the season starts. Among the new rewards available for purchase, players can choose between the Renegade Bandit Armor, Rampaging Bandit Armor, Season 4 flags, and the Renegade Gunner Armor Display decoration. Similar to previous seasons, these rewards will stay in Tullek’s inventory for the duration of Season 4 and move to Giradda’s inventory at the end of the season.
Giradda the Hutt
Giradda’s inventory will also be updated with rewards from the previous PvP season, “Reign of Glory.” A collection of previous replicas and trophy decorations will still be available in the inventory rotation. Below are the items that are permanently available (new additions in bold):
Scorched Warlord Armor Lockbox - 6 PvP Tokens <*> Sandstorm Raider Armor Lockbox - 6 PvP Tokens <*> PvP Season Blue Flag decoration (Season 3) - 2 PvP Tokens <*> PvP Season Red Flag decoration (Season 3) - 2 PvP Tokens
Shadeveil Assassin's Armor Lockbox 6 PvP Tokens
Shadowfiend Armor Lockbox - 6 PvP Tokens
Cartel Enforcer Armor Lockbox - 6 PvP Tokens
Cartel Delegate Armor Lockbox - 6 PvP Tokens
PvP Season Blue Flag (Season 1) - 2 PvP Tokens
PvP Season Red Flag (Season 1) - 2 PvP Tokens
PvP Season Blue Flag (Season 2) - 2 PvP Tokens
PvP Season Red Flag (Season 2) - 2 PvP Tokens
Each rotation group (A, B, C, and D) of Giradda’s inventory will be available for 1 week and then cycle out for 3 weeks during the weekly reset (on Tuesdays at 12:00 PM GMT/UTC - 7:00 AM CT).
PvP Season 4 “Fortune and Fame” begins November 7th!
In-Game Events for November 2023
10.30.2023 In-Game Events for November 2023
Relics of the Gree Date: October 31, 2023 - November 6, 2023 (BEGINS AND ENDS AT 12:00PM GMT) Requirement: Level 50+
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!
FEATURED REWARDS:
Reputation with the Gree Enclave
Gree Digitization Cube
White, Red, and Blue Scalene Armor
Gray Helix Weapons
L1-L Defender, L1-L Scout, and Miniature Gray Secant Mini-pets
Cyan Sphere, Blue Sphere and Red Sphere Vehicles
…and more!
Pirate Incursion Date: November 14, 2023 - November 21, 2023 (BEGINS AND ENDS AT 12:00PM GMT) Requirement: Level 20+
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.
FEATURED REWARDS:
Nova Blade and Dantooine Homesteader Armor Sets
Ugnaught Companion
Walker Mount
Kath Hound Mount
Kath Hound Mini-pet
Dantooine-inspired Stronghold Decorations
… and more!
Game Update 7.4 Content is now on the Public Test Server!
Players can now test 7.4 content and provide initial feedback in our PTS sub-forums. Note that players will be blocked from experiencing any story content in this upcoming game update to prevent spoilers.
The following content is now available on Public Test Server:
Daily Area on Ord Mantell called Kessan’s Landing:
If you were unable to watch-or if you want a recap of everything we showed during our Game Update 7.4 Livestream-we’ve got you covered! Below is a breakdown of what we showed, including timestamps for the different segments of our livestream.
Timestamp 00:00 Keith Kanneg, Executive Producer of SWTOR opens the stream!
Timestamp 03:55 Eric Musco, Lead Game Producer, and Jackie Ko, Community Manager go over the the topics of discussion for the stream.
Timestamp 08:46 Redeem code LotSVizla on this page to get a Shae Vizla Stronghold decoration. Players who have not previously obtained the Heta Kol decoration will also get this deco with the code.
Timestamp 12:05 Ashley Ruhl, Narrative Director, and Caitlin Sullivan Kelly, Lead Writer go over the story content, characters, Daily Area, World Boss, and Cinematic Lighting improvements coming in 7.4. Game Update 7.4’s storyline is called "Chains in the Dark". Following the showdown between Shae Vizla and Heta Kol in Game Update 7.2, players will be returning to Ord Mantell to explore a small, provincial island called Kessan’s Landing to face the Hidden Chain strike team head on.
Timestamp 16:18 Kessan’s Landing is a new Daily Area on Ord Mantell. Players will find that they can complete repeatable missions, and obtain new Achievements and Reputation rewards. There will also be a chain of side missions that will take players all over the galaxy, allowing them to assemble a piece of tech that will be very useful on Kessan’s Landing.
Timestamp 18:13 Players will be meeting some familiar faces and be introduced to a new character in their journey on Kessan’s Landing. Rass Ordo, Arn Peralun, Captain Blyes, Gizmel Gam, and Darth Krovos will be returning in 7.4 and players will be meeting Petra Nihrum, a citizen of Kessan’s Landing.
Timestamp 21:10 A new world boss is coming in 7.4! FR3-D0M will definitely keep players on their toes. Players are encouraged to mind their feet and keep an eye out for burning patches of plasma that FR3-D0M tends to leave on the ground during combat. There is a chance that FR3-D0M will drop a unique mount called the Mantellian Separatist Hover Turret.
Timestamp 22:10 Lane Vizla’s story continues in Game Update 7.4 in a series of missions that follows the events of Showdown on Ruhnuk (Game Update 7.2). Throughout these missions, players will be meeting up Lane Vizla herself, an expert in droid history called The Curator, and an assassin droid HK-24 unit.
Timestamp 25:53 Beginning in 7.4, we are activating a new character lighting tool for all cinematic content. Any cinematic content in the game currently - from class stories to world arcs to more recent expansions - will employ this new character lighting system. Some of the highlights of this system include using environment lighting for more accurate shadows, detailed self shadowing on characters, and more custom lighting control in cinematics.
Timestamp 29:10 Joe Stramaglia, Systems Designer, discusses the Galactic Trade Network overhaul. The GTN is completely rebuilt, making it more accessible but also familiar to players. Players will see a new advanced search section, and a more streamlined flow for claiming and selling items.
Timestamp 35:11 Bryant Wood, Systems Designer, gives a breakdown of gearing changes coming in 7.4
Timestamp 41:26 Life Day will be coming in 7.4. It is our seasonal holiday event where players can hug Wookiees, throw snowballs at other players, enjoy festive decorations on the Fleet and earn new rewards. This year, we are adding the Life Day Officer armor set.
Timestamp 42:17 Specularity tech is coming to SWTOR! This new tech will allow colors in the game to look more metallic or matte. New chrome and metallic dyes will be added in 7.4. The new Suppression Trooper armor will be one of the first sets to show off the metallic black and pearlescent red dye pack that uses specularity. These dye packs can be applied to new and legacy armor sets.
(Suppression Trooper armor set - default Metallic Black / Pearlescent Red)
(Suppression Trooper armor set - Pearlescent Red / Metallic Black dye)
Other offerings coming to the Cartel Market are the Darth Nul Dualsaber, Westar 19 weapon sets, and the Defiant Maverick Armor set (inspired by Sabine Wren).
Timestamp 49:40 We showcased the Best View in SWTOR 2023 contest finalists during the stream. Winners will be announced in the near future. As a reminder, winners will have their screenshot turned into a Stronghold decoration that will be added to the Anniversary vendor when 7.4 goes live.
Players should expect the Public Test Server to open soon!
We look forward to sharing Game Update 7.4 ‘Chains in the Dark’ with all our players soon! Keep an eye on swtor.com and our social channels for future updates!
An introduction from Rob Denton + Game Update 7.4 Livestream announcement!
Hi everyone - Rob Denton here, President of Broadsword Online Games. Now that some time has passed, I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself and share some details on Star Wars™: The Old Republic and Broadsword. First off, I'm thrilled that the SWTOR team has joined Broadsword. During my time at BioWare, I worked on the game (and closely with the team) for several years and helped support the 2011 launch, so it's very near to my heart.
Keith Kanneg, as the Executive Producer, sets the vision for the game, and he’ll continue to maintain the relationship with Lucasfilm Games and Electronic Arts. Keith and I will work closely together to ensure that SWTOR continues to grow, thrive and be the amazing game that you all love.
I’ll let Keith say more about Game Update 7.4, but I see a very bright future for SWTOR and our plans are already starting to take shape for new and exciting things. I have always been fond of SWTOR, and I look forward to seeing what this amazing team will create and continue to build upon in the years to come.
-Rob
Hey folks!
I couldn’t be more pleased working with Rob and the team at Broadsword on and building out future plans for SWTOR and our players. I wanted to take the opportunity to check in with all of you and give an update on where we are with Game Update 7.4. The last couple of months has been incredibly busy with us launching 7.3: Old Wounds and 7.3.1 alongside technology improvements including our migration to cloud game servers. The team has been hard at work getting Game Update 7.4 out the door, and I cannot wait for players to experience the content in it.
I’m pleased to announce that we will be hosting a livestream going over the finer details of the update on October 18th at 1:30pm CT / 6:30pm UTC over on our streaming channel. During the stream, players will be hearing from a variety of voices, including myself, and will be getting a sneak peek into everything coming in 7.4.
Very excited for the team to show off what they’ve been working on, and I’m looking forward to seeing all of you very soon.
May the Force be with you!
-Keith Kanneg, Executive Producer of Star Wars: The Old Republic
Galactic Seasons 5 Objectives - October 2023
Galactic Seasons : “Confidence in Power” started with the launch of Game Update 7.3.1. Similar to previous seasons, the Daily and Weekly Season Objectives will be communicated on a month-to-month basis. Here is the list of the Season Objectives from October 3rd - October 30th.
(Hardy Armasaur Mount / Tenacious Armasaur Mount)
October 3 - 9
Daily
Influencing the Galaxy - Earn 25,000 Personal Conquest Points across your Legacy.
Weekly - Complete any 7/11
March Across the Galaxy- Earn 200,000 Personal Conquest Points across your Legacy.
Gathering the Seeds
Obtain Dark Spores by completing Daily Objectives, Season Objectives, Season
Reward Track, Flashpoints, Uprisings, Operations, or defeating enemies across the Galaxy.
Daily Objectives grant 2 Dark Spores
Season Objectives grant 10-15 Dark Spores
Some Reward Track levels grant Dark Spores
Flashpoints grant 2-4 Dark Spores
Uprisings grant 3-5 Dark Spores
8 Player Operations grant 12-18 Dark Spores
16 Player Operations grant 14-24 Dark Spores
Lair Bosses (including Event Lair Bosses) grant 2-6 Dark Spores
Combat outside of the above content without a companion is prone to produce higher yields of Dark Spores. Speaking with an 'Informative Jawa' on the Fleet may offer aid in locating Dark Spores.
Mousecapades
Cause Chaos in Cantinas.
Liabilities of Quesh
Track down and defeat the following high profile targets on Quesh: DS-224 Colossus (Adrenal Valley - Republic), Foreman Telleon (Imperial Mining Control - Empire), Lord Rhexa (Broga's Palace - Republic), Yanu Selke (Three Families Palace Grounds - Empire)
Coreward Worlds Daily Sweep
Complete the mission: [WEEKLY] Daily Area: Black Hole multiple times or complete[WEEKLY] Daily Area: Onderon once.
The Distant Outer Rim
Complete Repeatable, Exploration, or Bonus Missions while defeating enemies onBelsavis, Hoth, Rishi, or Tatooine. To locate Exploration Missions throughout the Galaxy,check 'Show Exploration Missions' on the World Map Legend.
Legacies of the Ambitious and Deceitful
Complete 2 Flashpoints from the following list: Objective Meridian (requires content), A Traitor Among the Chiss (requires content), Kaon Under Siege, or Blood Hunt.
Heading the Frontline
Complete Warzone matches. Earn double progress for wins.
Forging Darkness
Assemble materials into War Supplies: Invasion Forces, and then assemble Dark Project MK-1s.
Heart of Ruin
Defeat the Colossal Monolith on any difficulty. (Requires a Subscription)
Taking Flights
Complete Chapter VIII: Taking Flights of Knights of the Fallen Empire on Veteran difficulty or harder. (Requires a Subscription and/or access to Knights of the Fallen Empire)
October 10 - October 16
Daily
Influencing the Galaxy - Earn 25,000 Personal Conquest Points across your Legacy.
Weekly - Complete any 7/11
March Across the Galaxy- Earn 200,000 Personal Conquest Points across your Legacy.
Planting the Darkness
Turn in Dark Spores to 3V-1L on the Fleet to earn Reputation with The Master's Top Secret Army.
Hold Them Down
Defeat non-player enemies across the Galaxy with any Companion in a Tank Role. (This does not progress through Warzones, Galactic Starfighter, Flashpoints, or Operations)
Still Got It
Defeat non-player enemies across the Galaxy without the aid of your Companions. (No companion may be summoned for progression. This does not progress through Warzones, Galactic Starfighter, Flashpoints, or Operations).
This Will Do Nicely
Affect enemies with destructible pipes, tanks, canisters, and capacitors found throughout the Galaxy.
Dealings in Hutt Space
Complete Repeatable, Exploration, or Bonus Missions while defeating enemies across Makeb, Nar Shaddaa, Quesh, Voss, Darvannis, or Ossus. To locate Exploration Missions throughout the Galaxy, check 'Show Exploration Missions' on the World Map Legend.
Sparks of War
Defeat Champion difficulty Republic and Imperial guard droids and turrets across Alderaan and Corellia.
Decorated Combatant
Earn Warzone Medals (1 point per medal).
Legacies of the Dark and Powerful
Complete 2 Flashpoints from the following list: The False Emperor, Legacy of the Rakata, The Battle of Ilum, or Shrine of Silence (requires content).
The R-4 Anomaly
Make progress in Operation: R-4 Anomaly by defeating bosses on any difficulty. (Requires a Subscription)
Sweeping Manaan and Ruhnuk
Complete the mission: [WEEKLY] Daily Area: Manaan or [WEEKLY] Daily Area: Ruhnuk. (Requires a Subscription and/or access to Legends of the Sith)
October 17 - October 23
Daily
Influencing the Galaxy - Earn 25,000 Personal Conquest Points across your Legacy.
Weekly - Complete any 7/11
March Across the Galaxy- Earn 200,000 Personal Conquest Points across your Legacy.
Cover Me
Defeat non-player enemies across the Galaxy with any Companion in a Heal Role. (This does not progress through Warzones, Galactic Starfighter, Flashpoints, or Operations)
Gathering the Seeds
Obtain Dark Spores by completing Daily Objectives, Season Objectives, Season
Reward Track, Flashpoints, Uprisings, Operations, or defeating enemies across the Galaxy.
Daily Objectives grant 2 Dark Spores
Season Objectives grant 10-15 Dark Spores
Some Reward Track levels grant Dark Spores
Flashpoints grant 2-4 Dark Spores
Uprisings grant 3-5 Dark Spores
8 Player Operations grant 12-18 Dark Spores
16 Player Operations grant 14-24 Dark Spores
Lair Bosses (including Event Lair Bosses) grant 2-6 Dark Spores
Combat outside of the above content without a companion is prone to produce higher yields of Dark Spores. Speaking with an 'Informative Jawa' on the Fleet may offer aid in locating Dark Spores.
Seeking Artifacts
Uncover artifacts and other lost treasures with your Seeker Droid across Alderaan, Tatooine, Hoth, and Makeb.
Pre-Fabulous Results
Assemble materials into Industrial or Synthetic Prefabs and Fabricator Crystals or Designs.
The Coreward Worlds
Complete Repeatable, Exploration, or Bonus Missions, while defeating enemies across Alderaan, Balmorra, Corellia, Mek-Sha, or Onderon. To locate Exploration Missions throughout the Galaxy, check 'Show Exploration Missions' on the World Map Legend.
Legacies of the Outer Rim
Complete 2 Flashpoints from the following list: Battle of Rishi, Hammer Station, Athiss, or The Nathema Conspiracy (requires content). Cartel Warbots Defeat the Rogue Cartel Warbot World Boss on Quesh and Battledroid R4-GL on Nar Shaddaa.
Storming the Battlefront
Complete Arena matches. Earn double progress for wins.
Lair of the Mountain Queen
Defeat the Mutated Geonosian Queen on any difficulty. (Requires a Subscription)
Under Pressure
Complete any Eternity Vault and Scum and Villainy on Veteran or Master difficulty. (Requires a Subscription)
October 24 - October 30
Daily
Influencing the Galaxy - Earn 25,000 Personal Conquest Points across your Legacy.
Weekly - Complete any 7/11
March Across the Galaxy- Earn 200,000 Personal Conquest Points across your Legacy.
Gathering the Seeds
Obtain Dark Spores by completing Daily Objectives, Season Objectives, Season
Reward Track, Flashpoints, Uprisings, Operations, or defeating enemies across the Galaxy.
Daily Objectives grant 2 Dark Spores
Season Objectives grant 10-15 Dark Spores
Some Reward Track levels grant Dark Spores
Flashpoints grant 2-4 Dark Spores
Uprisings grant 3-5 Dark Spores
8 Player Operations grant 12-18 Dark Spores
16 Player Operations grant 14-24 Dark Spores
Lair Bosses (including Event Lair Bosses) grant 2-6 Dark Spores
Combat outside of the above content without a companion is prone to produce higher yields of Dark Spores. Speaking with an 'Informative Jawa' on the Fleet may offer aid in locating Dark Spores.
Mousecapades
Cause Chaos in Cantinas
Liabilities of Corellia
Track down and defeat the following high profile targets on Corellia: Admiral Kalmic (Central Blastfield Shipyards - Republic), Jimme Weasle (Southern Government District - Empire), Lord Rashal (Northeastern Labor Valley - Republic), Prototype RK-4 Sentinel (Southwestern Labor Valley - Empire)
Still Got It
Defeat non-player enemies across the Galaxy without the aid of your Companions. (No companion may be summoned for progression. This does not progress through Warzones, Galactic Starfighter, Flashpoints, or Operations)
Fielding Loyalty
Complete Missions as a Trooper or an Agent Origin.
Legacies of the Force
Complete 2 Flashpoints from the following list: Depths of Manaan, Assault on Tython, Korriban Incursion, or Secrets of the Enclave (requires content).
We're Not Out of This Yet
Board your personal ship and complete 2 [HEROIC] Space Missions.
Clashing in the Stars
Complete Galactic Starfighter matches. Earn double progress for wins.
Quelling the Uprising B
Complete the second group of Uprisings
A Dream of Empire
Complete Chapter II: A Dream of Empire of Knights of the Fallen Empire on Veteran difficulty or harder. (Requires a Subscription and/or access to Knights of the Fallen Empire)
