Today, BioWare and LucasArts granted Preferred Early Access to the Free-to-Play Star Wars™: The Old Republic™ Digital Expansion, Galactic Starfighter. Players gain Preferred Status by purchasing anything from the online store or by being a previous subscriber to Star Wars: The Old Republic.
With no character level requirement, players can jump right into intense 12v12 Player-vs-Player (PvP) free-flight dogfighting as the war between the Sith Empire and the Galactic Republic explodes into space. Players will compete and advance to earn experience, in the form of “requisition” to unlock awesome new weapons, powers and abilities to customize the ultimate Starfighter.
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Pilots can also decimate their foes at extreme range with the heavy-hitting Gunship role, now made available for all players in Galactic Starfigher! Plus, players who join during the Preferred Early Access period will receive exciting new pilot suits and the “Test Pilot” in-game title. The Digital Expansion will be available to the public beginning on February 4.
Star Wars: The Old Republic is a free-to-play, award-winning MMO set thousands of years before the classic Star Wars™ movies. Players team up with friends online to fight in heroic battles between the Republic and Empire, exploring a galaxy of vibrant planets and experiencing visceral Star Wars combat. Now players can experience the complete storylines of the eight iconic Star Wars classes, all the way to Level 50 without having to pay a monthly fee. The Free-to-Play option complements the existing subscription offering, providing greater flexibility in how to experience Star Wars: The Old Republic.