As is the case with most Electronic Arts' games these days, Star Wars Battlefront will be playable first on Xbox One.
The news comes via Xbox exec Aaron Greenberg who confirmed the timed exclusivity via Twitter in response to a fan stoked about the recently released teaser art.
@Spitfire_Spud @PNF4LYFE @JCrookedSmile @TiC_Podcast @The_CrapGamer @XboxP3 @EAAccess @EA_DICE Very ready & play it first on #XboxOne!
— Aaron Greenberg (@aarongreenberg) April 14, 2015
Now before we go go freaking out about the timed exclusivity, this sort of move is expected thanks to Microsoft's partnership with the publisher on EA Access, an Xbox One exclusive service that allows subscribers access to a catalog of EA titles, discounts on new releases, and early access to upcoming games.
Previously, EA Access members were able to play 10-hours of Battlefield Hardline on Xbox One five days before the game's official release on all other platforms. It's unclear what EA's plans are with Xbox One and Star Wars Battlefront, but I'd expect something similar. A subscription to EA Access can be had for $4.99 per month or $30 for the year.
As for Star Wars Battlefront, the game is expected to make it's big debut this week at Star Wars Celebration. The new Star Wars Battlefront trailer will be shown during an EA-hosted panel at Celebration on April 17 (10:30am PT). On the show floor, however, EA will actually be showing off gameplay behind closed doors at their official booth.
