Old Republic getting plenty of changes for Update 1.3

See what the future holds for Star Wars: The Old Republic, as Game Director James Ohlen highlights some of the new game systems coming in Game Update 1.3, as well as some of the playable content that will be released in the coming months. In this 'Coming Up' video, you will learn about the new Group Finder and Character Transfer systems, as well as new Legacy Perks and other features that are coming in the next Game Update: Allies.

Game info: Star Wars: The Old Republic is a Massively Multiplayer Online Role-playing Game (MMORPG) for the PC gaming platform, set in the Star Wars universe. The first game of its kind, in it players choose from either the Galactic Republic or Sith faction, create a character, and along with a multitude of fans playing from all over the world, explore the fictional historic period of the Old Republic, as the Jedi confront the resurgent Sith Empire. Players can assume one of many races through their character, visit multiple planets, pilot spacecraft, utilize advanced dialog options in-game, take advantage of AI companions for gathering and crafting tasks and more.

Your Personal Star Wars Saga Begins

Play Star Wars: The Old Republic and be the hero of your own Star Wars saga in a story-driven massively-multiplayer online (MMO) game from BioWare and LucasArts. Explore an age thousands of years before the rise of Darth Vader when war between the Old Republic and the Sith Empire divides the galaxy.

Choose to be a Jedi, a Sith, or one of a variety of other classic Star Wars roles, and make decisions which define your personal story and determine your path down the light or dark side of the Force. Along the way you will befriend courageous companions who will fight at your side or possibly betray you based on your actions. Together you will battle enemies in dynamic Star Wars combat and team up with other players to overcome incredible challenges.

Key Game Features

• Define Your Star Wars Saga – Choose from one of eight iconic roles and become the hero of your personal Star Wars saga – an interactive storyline with cinematic dialogue and full voiceover for all in-game characters
• Choose the Light or the Dark Side – Meaningful choices throughout your journey will determine your path down the light or dark side of the Force
• Adventure with Companions – Build or break meaningful relationships with your companions as they join in your journeys and fight at your side
• Engage in Heroic Star Wars Combat – Fight against reactive enemies in dynamic lightsaber duels, cantina shoot-outs, and large-scale multi-player battles
• Pilot Your Personal Starship – Earn your own ship which is your base of operations as you explore the galaxy and participate in epic space combat
• Discover a Fully Featured MMO – Join your friends and experience player vs. player Warzones, multi-player flashpoints, multi-group operations, guilds, auction houses, crafting, mounts, and much more.