Exciting news for Star Wars fans and strategy game enthusiasts alike: EA's upcoming Star Wars turn-based tactics game is set to be unveiled at Star Wars Celebration 2025. Announced back in early 2022, this much-anticipated project is being developed by Bit Reactor, a studio formed by veterans from Firaxis Games, renowned for their work on the acclaimed XCOM series. Bit Reactor has been collaborating closely with Respawn Entertainment, the developers behind the Star Wars Jedi series, to bring this new experience to life. Fans can mark their calendars for April 19, when the game will be showcased during a live panel featuring key members from Bit Reactor, Respawn Entertainment, and Lucasfilm Games, as per the official Star Wars Celebration 2025 schedule.
While details about the game remain under wraps, including the specific Star Wars era it will explore and the precise mechanics of its gameplay, expectations are high given Bit Reactor's pedigree with XCOM. It's likely fans can anticipate a strategy experience that mirrors the intensity and depth of XCOM, infused with the rich universe of Star Wars.
In other Star Wars gaming news, Respawn Entertainment continues its work on the third installment of the Star Wars Jedi trilogy, though it's not slated for a reveal at this year's Celebration. Unfortunately, Respawn's plans for a third Star Wars game, a first-person shooter rumored to feature a Mandalorian protagonist, were canceled amidst a significant restructuring at EA, which also saw around 670 employees laid off. Additionally, Respawn recently canceled a multiplayer first-person shooter project, resulting in further job cuts.
At Star Wars Celebration, attendees can look forward to more than just gaming reveals. Lucasfilm will also offer a sneak peek at the upcoming movie, "The Mandalorian & Grogu," set to hit theaters in May 2026, alongside a first look at "Star Wars: Visions Volume 3."
