Star Wars: Squadrons will launch for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC via Steam and Origin on October 2, publisher Electronic Arts and developer Motive Studios announced. It supports cross-play between all platforms. On PlayStation 4 and PC, the game can also be played in its entirety with a virtual reality headset.
Pre-orders include the following cosmetic items for your New Republic and Imperial pilots and starfighters:
- New Republic Recruit Flight Suit (Epic)
- Imperial Ace Flight Suit (Epic)
- New Republic Recruit Starfighter Skins (Rare)
- Imperial Ace Starfighter Skins (Rare)
- New Republic Recruit Decal (Common)
- Imperial Ace Decal (Common)
Here is an overview of the game, via Electronic Arts:
About
Buckle up, take full control of starfighters such as the X-wing and TIE fighter, and feel the adrenaline of strategic first-person five-versus-five multiplayer dogfights alongside your squadron.
In a fateful campaign set near the conclusion of the Galactic Civil War, learn what it means to be a pilot in a thrilling Star Wars single-player story. The New Republic fights for freedom. The Empire demands order. We need you to join the galaxy’s finest. Star Wars: Squadrons is available October 2, 2020 on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Origin PC, Steam, Epic Games Store, and Virtual Reality (VR) on PlayStation 4 and PC with cross-play support.
Key Features
- All Wings Report In – Plan skirmishes with your squadron in the briefing room before taking off to the evolving battlefields across the galaxy. Compete in intense five-versus-five multiplayer dogfights or unite with your squadron to tip the scales in monumental fleet battles. Together, you’re the galaxy’s finest.
- Master Legendary Starfighters – Take control of different classes of starfighters from both the New Republic and Imperial fleets – including the agile A-wing and the devastating TIE bomber. Modify your ship, divert the power between its systems, and destroy your opponents in strategic space dogfights.
- Get in the Cockpit – The cockpit is your home. Use its dashboards to your advantage and – with just a thin hull of metal and glass between you and the perils of space – feel the intensity of combat from a first-person perspective. Take off in thrilling multiplayer modes and a unique single-player Star Wars story, which covers a key campaign near the conclusion of the Galactic Civil War. Immerse yourself in the pilot’s seat completely with the option to play the entirety of Star Wars: Squadrons in Virtual Reality on PlayStation 4 and PC.
- The Mission is Clear – Star Wars: Squadrons is a fully self-contained experience from day one, where you earn rewards through play. Climb the ranks and unlock new components like weapons, hulls, engines, shields, and cosmetic items in a clear path for progression that keeps gameplay fresh and engaging.
And here are the PC requirements, via its official website:
Recommended (non-VR) / Minimum (VR)
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor (AMD): Ryzen 3 3200G
- Processor (Intel): Intel I7-7700
- Memory: 16GB
- Graphics Card (AMD): Radeon RX 480 or Equivalent
- Graphics Card (Nvidia): GeForce GTX 1060 or Equivalent
- DirectX: 11
- Multiplayer Online Connection Requirements: 512 KBPS or faster Internet connection
- Hard Drive Space: 30GB
Minimum (non-VR)
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor (AMD): Ryzen 3 1300X
- Processor (Intel): Intel I5-7600
- Memory: 8GB
- Graphics Card (AMD): Radeon HD 7850 or Equivalent
- Graphics Card (Nvidia): GeForce GTX 660 or Equivalent
- DirectX: 11
- Multiplayer Online Connection Requirements: 512 KBPS or faster Internet connection
- Hard Drive Space: 30GB
Recommended (VR)
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor (AMD): Ryzen 3 3200G
- Processor (Intel): Intel I7-7700
- Memory: 16GB
- Graphics Card (AMD): Radeon RX 570 or Equivalent
- Graphics Card (Nvidia): GeForce GTX 1070 or Equivalent
- DirectX: 11
- Multiplayer Online Connection Requirements: 512 KBPS or faster Internet connection
- Hard Drive Space: 30GB
A full gameplay reveal is planned for EA Play Live 2020, which will air live on June 18 at 4:00 p.m. PT / 7:00 p.m. ET. You will be able to watch it on EA.com.
Watch the announcement trailer below. View the first screenshots at the gallery.
