Full reveal trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kae-JjbLsgA (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kae-JjbLsgA)
Campaign will follow Inferno Squadron in the aftermath of Death Star 2's destruction up to the Sequel Trilogy era.
Also, yes, the actual Clone Wars era is in the game, not just the heroes:
(https://prod-media-walrus.pulse.ea.com/content/walrus/en_US/games/starwars/battlefront/battlefront-2/_jcr_content/bodyPar/swbfdragnavtarget_6/dragNavComponents/swbftout/images/image_3.img.jpg)
Class-based Multiplayer also confirmed.
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C9eV55YUQAAcst5.jpg)
So, this game looks to actually be the modern evolution of Battlefront. Colour me very interested, but I'm a little unsure as to what the offline/co-op component is.
Is there any information on clone wars other than a picture of a battle droid and the fact it exists in some measure?
also
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looks like a spot on prediction to me
ggwpnore
They seem to be getting closer to fulfilling my expectations.
They showed concept images of Clone Wars fights on Kamino (with Clone Troopers wearing Jet Packs) and we can also see Jango's Slave I and Obi-Wan's Episode 2 Starfighter in those concepts too. I think it's safe to say that Clone Wars is a fully-fledged era.
This was focused mainly on the single player campaign so I expect we'll see a heck of a lot more at EA Play in a couple of months.
Apparently there will be no season pass, an instead they're going for the good-old micro-transaction route.
Pre-order information confirms a few things:
QuotePRE-ORDER – IMMEDIATE PAYMENT REQUIRED
Pre-order and receive up to 3 days early-access to STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II.
The STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II: Elite Trooper Deluxe Edition includes*†:
- Elite Officer Upgrade Pack:
Blurrg-1120 + enhanced grip modification
Battle Command epic ability
- Heavy Metal Upgrade Pack:
FWMB-10 'Megablaster' + barrel vent modification
Personal Shield epic ability
- Armored Assault Upgrade Pack:
CR-2 + trigger modification
Grenade epic ability
- Master Specialist Upgrade Pack:
A280-CFE + scope modification
Laser Trip Mine epic ability
- STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II: THE LAST JEDI™ Heroes, with Kylo Ren and Rey exclusive** themed looks and modified epic abilities inspired by the upcoming film.
- STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II theme
In-game purchases optional
Quote from: Unit 33 on April 15, 2017, 12:43:14 PM
Apparently there will be no season pass, an instead they're going for the good-old micro-transaction route.
Disgusting. I was actually liking what I was hearing until that came up.
One thing I did see that I thought was interesting, was that the campaign will be canon. Wonder if it will ever factor into the movies.
Quote from: Ascertes on April 15, 2017, 01:33:28 PM
Disgusting. I was actually liking what I was hearing until that came up.
I think I'd much rather have free maps at the expense of having the choice to buy new skins... right?
What was the benefit of the season pass structure?
Also...
(https://i.redd.it/sr1lrkc9trry.jpg)
Quote from: Unit 33 on April 15, 2017, 01:36:20 PM
I think I'd much rather have free maps at the expense of having the choice to buy new skins... right?
What was the benefit of the season pass structure?
I don't really like microtransactions out of principle, but if its just skins and cosmetics I can live with that. However if its actual in game advantages...
...I probably won't buy it.
Quote from: Ascertes on April 15, 2017, 01:49:23 PM
I don't really like microtransactions out of principle, but if its just skins and cosmetics I can live with that. However if its actual in game advantages...
...I probably won't buy it.
Oh yeah for sure, I REALLY don't want to see 'pay to win' kinda stuff.
Very happy to hear it will be class based. If they get rid of the pick up bonuses and give us customisable servers I'll be buying it.
Quote from: {PLA}gdh92 on April 15, 2017, 02:16:36 PM
Very happy to hear it will be class based. If they get rid of the pick up bonuses and give us customisable servers I'll be buying it.
At the very least is seems there are no hero pick-ups; instead there's some kind of new 'resource point' system.
(https://i.redd.it/p5k2e3fh5sry.png)
Quote from: Unit 33 on April 15, 2017, 01:36:20 PM
I think I'd much rather have free maps at the expense of having the choice to buy new skins... right?
What was the benefit of the season pass structure?
Also...
(https://i.redd.it/sr1lrkc9trry.jpg)
Is she from Battlefront 2 EA?
Interesting trailer. I personally am looking forward to the Clone Wars era (hoping some TCW characters show up). Glad to hear the class-based system will make a return. I barely logged an hour onto the first one even if I bought it a few months ago.
In any case, still looking forward to it, and still sucks I can't preorder the deluxe edition for PC. :(
Quote from: Ginev on April 15, 2017, 02:32:35 PM
Is she from Battlefront 2 EA?
I think she's got a boyfriend already :P
Quote from: Ginev on April 15, 2017, 02:32:35 PM
Is she from Battlefront 2 EA?
Yes, they showed some character models.
(https://www.swbfgamers.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FkeAeg2t.png&hash=6e77cb6a3857430c3422af067c24e3a19b0cbe7b)
Oh a Battledroid! It Looks like EA has characters of the Clonewars after all ::)
Quote from: Triops on April 15, 2017, 04:33:16 PM
Oh a Battledroid! It Looks like EA has characters of the Clonewars after all ::)
Yeah, it's pretty much confirmed that the Clone Wars are fully in the game. As noted above, there's also concept art of Clone Troopers on Kamino, and the cover art show Darth Maul and Clone Wars ships.
(https://scontent-ort2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/17972114_1789604321356681_6941326831494656515_o.jpg?oh=cdbc97c6a494090e96c5346ec3a9887a&oe=599AF86A)
(https://www.swbfgamers.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FobvGxPA.jpg&hash=0998c0ab12f3fe2eeabb8e7075ba7d72deae4e45)
Quote from: Gistech on April 15, 2017, 12:31:32 PM
with Clone Troopers wearing Jet Packs
It probably isnt relevant, but wasn't kamino the map where jet troopers were introduced in the clone wars "campaign" in swbf 1?
Microtransactions are good for business, but im hoping it doesn't imbalance gameplay. If it leans more TF2 than Halo 5 i'm all for it.
What is this stuff about classes returning?
Quote from: Ltin on April 15, 2017, 07:07:03 PM
It probably isnt relevant, but wasn't kamino the map where jet troopers were introduced in the clone wars "campaign" in swbf 1?
It is, so, nice potential nod to the old games. The jetpacks also look identical to the ones from SWBF1.
Quote from: Ltin on April 15, 2017, 07:07:03 PM
Microtransactions are good for business, but im hoping it doesn't imbalance gameplay. If it leans more TF2 than Halo 5 i'm all for it.
Agreed.
Quote from: Ltin on April 15, 2017, 07:07:03 PM
What is this stuff about classes returning?
The devs said they are indeed switching back to a class system (Which makes sense for the Prequel and Sequel eras). These classes will be customizable (like TF2, CoD and Battlefield), as will heroes and starships. According to the website the classes are "Assault", "Heavy", "Officer" and "Specialist".
I don't think they'll make the same mistakes twice.
This game got my pre-order.
Looks like the Battlefront (2015) was a kind of beta for this game. I'm glad the class system is back. All the eras are supported it have my attention. I won't pre-order thought. I'm a bit confused about the personnalisation will we be able to choose every troopers for the same battle ? Like clone with 1st order trooper ?
Quote from: Cdt Fox on April 16, 2017, 04:40:51 AM
I'm a bit confused about the personnalisation will we be able to choose every troopers for the same battle ? Like clone with 1st order trooper ?
IIRC no. Heroes will be able to cross era i believe, but there aren't going to be any first order vs battledroid sort of things.
Quote from: Ltin on April 16, 2017, 06:54:21 AM
IIRC no. Heroes will be able to cross era i believe, but there aren't going to be any first order vs battledroid sort of things.
I think the 'cross era' feature was specifically for Hero vs Villains-like game-modes.
RodanConfirmed over on Reddit put in the time to mock-up some options. I think customisation will be limited to gender / features / and limited clothing changes.
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^The Republic Officer looks a bit too much like a Moff for my liking. Would have preferred if they went with a red stripings to stick with the traditional clone theme of the armor color denoting rank (even though it wasn't the case in the original battlefronts.)
Quote from: Ascertes on April 16, 2017, 03:59:24 PM
^The Republic Officer looks a bit too much like a Moff for my liking. Would have preferred if they went with a red stripings to stick with the traditional clone theme of the armor color denoting rank (even though it wasn't the case in the original battlefronts.)
It's based on the canon Republic uniforms:
[spoiler](https://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/7/76/Republic_officer-SWVE.png/revision/latest?cb=20170409235530)[/spoiler]
Also note that they're not clones.
Clone Commanders will probably also be an option in some compacity, and possibly an armored officer uniform like General Veers.
Looks interesting, definatly a big step forward. Not getting a pre-order but probaly will ge the game when it comes out and of course after watching some reviews.
Im glad they are going back to a class based system. One thing that kind of bothered me during the battlefront 2 panel is how un-humble DICE was. Absolutly no mention of how the older games inspired thier work, even though there are locations coming back that were fan favorites in the originals. All this talk about how an empire point of view story has never ever ever been done in a battlefront game, though Pandemic battlefront 2 had just that. Or how no one has ever been able ride a tuan taun ever. Lol, I dont even think the three people there had any idea they were talking to one of the people who did marketing for the orginial pandemic game.(The kind of big boned guy who was hosting, also the voice of proxy in the force unleashed games.)
I hope this game does good, microtransactions im not a big fan of but at least they got rid of that garbage season pass. I would be willing to spend money here and there for some skins if it means that it will go towards free maps.
Quote from: Commander Awesome on April 16, 2017, 04:37:14 PM
It's based on the canon Republic uniforms:
[spoiler](https://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/starwars/images/7/76/Republic_officer-SWVE.png/revision/latest?cb=20170409235530)[/spoiler]
Also note that they're not clones.
Clone Commanders will probably also be an option in some compacity, and possibly an armored officer uniform like General Veers.
Looks like an imperial uniforme for me. http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Firmus_Piett
And in TCW, officer's clone uniforme seems a bit different. http://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/c__/images/0/0d/CloneNavalOfficer.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20140322133042&path-prefix=clone Moreover we can see the same uniforme in the trailer at 0:9 in brown this time. Maybe they'll use the same model but with different skins for each era?
Quote from: 411Remnant on April 16, 2017, 09:17:06 PM
One thing that kind of bothered me during the battlefront 2 panel is how un-humble DICE was. Absolutly no mention of how the older games inspired thier work, even though there are locations coming back that were fan favorites in the originals. All this talk about how an empire point of view story has never ever ever been done in a battlefront game, though Pandemic battlefront 2 had just that. Or how no one has ever been able ride a tuan taun ever. Lol, I dont even think the three people there had any idea they were talking to one of the people who did marketing for the orginial pandemic game.(The kind of big boned guy who was hosting, also the voice of proxy in the force unleashed games.)
I think DICE feels entitled to SWBF. I remember them kinda saying something that in this context actually sounds much worse back before the release of EA1.
Something along the lines of "SWBF was clearly a derivative of our work, so we are excited that we can do it right this time."
Quote from: Ltin on April 17, 2017, 11:17:34 AM
I think DICE feels entitled to SWBF. I remember them kinda saying something that in this context actually sounds much worse back before the release of EA1.
Something along the lines of "SWBF was clearly a derivative of our work, so we are excited that we can do it right this time."
Hubris. Hubris everywhere. With that attitude, might as well not spend anything on the game. I'd seriously like to see DICE make anything better than either of the original battlefronts.