"We're going to build the greatest Star Wars game ever created"

EA’s iconic games studio is taking a number of big gambles.

It has opened a new LA studio, given Battlefield to another developer, it’s trying to re-launch its cult Mirror’s Edge franchise and then build the greatest Star Wars game of all time. MCV finds out more from DICE general manager Karl-Magnus Troedsson.

[TimeSkipLuffy]

create Star Wars Destiny ;D

[badvlad]

tf that even means

[Goku781]

I war just about to say something like that. The greatest star wars game probably isnt even a star wars game. It might end up being destiny.

[badvlad]

is destiny a new type of genre that i havent heard of b4? jus say fps

[thorstein]

Well, the good news is that they actually can now that Lucas can't walk in and put a kibosh on what the devs are working on: (Force Unleashed, Starwars 1313, Untitled Darth Maul game, etc etc.)

On the other hand, it is DICE, EA, and essentially Disney that are in control. Hopefully they will develop the game and have realistic goals and timelines for the game.

[Budobear]

I thought Mr Lucas still had creative input and could veto things he didn't think fit in the universe he created.
I am more than happy to be wrong though.

[thorstein]

As far as the films go he has passed the torch. I don't see why this would be different for video game development as (imo) it is very much like the "shared universe" novels that are out.

While those authors have to stick to canon, they are really able to explore characters and story lines as they see fit.

Here are a quote from George:
“It’s now time for me to pass Star Wars on to a new generation of filmmakers. I’ve always believed that Star Wars could live beyond me, and I thought it was important to set up the transition during my lifetime.”

(source: http://screenrant.com/georg... )

[Budobear]

Well that should only be a good thing then....fingers crossed they can go back to the prequels and do a decent job!

[Rhezin]

Unlimoted POWAAAA!

[stripe814]

zzzz..zzzz ive been waiting sooooo long...stop the talk and work pffft

[pandehz]

Yea put your back into it

Whooktish

[GusBricker]

Better than KOTOR? Good luck.

[PiNkFaIrYbOi]

If Bioware is involved it is possible. If not well wouldn't hold our breath on it being better than KOTOR.

[PowerOnPub]

Amen to that.

[TheWackyMan]

Wait, do we hold Bioware up to a high regard still?

[pompombrum]

I think many of the people involved with the original KOTOR have now left Bioware.. even if Bioware did get involved, I can't imagine them being able to make a game that can stand up next to KOTOR.

[CloudyAero]

I STILL to this day play that game.
Really wish they made a 3. And by they I mean Bioware.

[Vantage]

They're going to develop the greatest Star Wars game of all time right after developing the worst Battlefield game of all time?

Hue

[Dannycr]

Better than KOTOR and Rogue Squadron II?

[SpideySpeakz]

They better have where you play as Jedi or Sith. Please don't turn this into a BF reskin.

[millerj2740]

It'll probably be a reskin of battlefield hardline... so re-reskin lol

[LightDiego]

From Dice? Doubtful.

[AtomicGerbil]

Which more than likely means they won't.

[killzzo]

so star wars 1313

[thorstein]

Sorry. Canceled. Game Informer has done a couple of amazing pieces about the franchise and the games that have been canceled including one based on Darth Maul.

http://www.gameinformer.com...

[Emme]

Wasnt TOR meant to be that ?

[andibandit]

Starting the Hype this early, it's gonna be the worst game ever, no matter how good it is.

[mananimal]

Yea right...lmao. EA'S involved. Nufff said.

Boasting about what your gonna do b4 you've done it. Not good.

[OUROSMAG]

Star wars 1313 was gonna be the Best star wars game.....since KOTOR.

Nice thought though DICE, AIM HIGH!

[styferion]

Complete with Pre-Order DLC, Day 1 DLC, Premium Subscription, Map Pack and always online!

[pandehz]

Free rubberbanding included with every copy.

[mep69]

Just give us another fucking Jedi Knight FFS. It's been almost 11 years since we got one.

[skulz7]

Its DICE so I am fairly confident. I am just scared that EA will rush them to release it near the Star Wars movie release when it might not be ready.

[blackstrr411]

Something like original Xboxs Jedi Knights please. Best star wars game imo

[Saryk]

Make it like BF 2 and I will be happy.

[hkgamer]

i want to control a guy in mirrors edge, do we have that option or is ea too lazy to do this?