Related: The Sims 4: Star Wars - Journey to Batuu Fails to Provide An Immersive Experience But for players willing to put in the time (and invest in the hardware), the end result is a game that brings you closer to flying around an X-Wing than ever before.' The steep difficulty curve combined with the relatively limited campaign makes it more of a niche kind of game than other, more accessible Star Wars space combat titles. And, if you happen to be able to afford VR, you may never want to take that headset off again.'Ĭhaim Gartenberg, The Verge: ' Squadrons is probably not the Star Wars game for everyone. If you have a throttle, stick, and rudder pedals, you're really in for a treat. If all you have at your disposal is a console, a decent TV, and a working controller, you're going to have a wonderful time. Simply put, Star Wars: Squadrons is the total package. It's also one of the most focused games that Electronic Arts has produced in the last 15 years. It accommodates players in extraordinary ways, from the quality of its many controller options to its ability to form parties across multiple platforms. Here's an overview of what some reviews are saying about the game.Ĭharlie Hall, Polygon: ' Star Wars: Squadrons is every inch the spaceflight simulation that fans have been dreaming of for a generation. In contrast, others feel it is the perfect outlet to fulfill childhood fantasies of flying a TIE Fighter and other iconic ships. Some have said the harsh learning curve could make the game more niche, appealing only to hardcore fans. Reviewers seem to agree Squadrons is a terrific flight simulator, with the only drawback being its complexity. Related: The Biggest Video Games Coming in October 2020 Players alternate between the Vanguard and Titan Squadrons, giving them insight into the galaxy's light and dark fronts. The campaign kicks off after the Battle of Endor and the destruction of the second Death Star.

As players earn more experience, they can unlock new weapons, shields, upgrades and cosmetic items to customize the ship of their dreams. Squadrons is a decent sized game, featuring two multiplayer modes and a single-player campaign. With VR capability, gamers can truly immerse themselves in a galaxy far far away.

Set after Return of the Jedi, players pilot ships from the New Republic navy and the Galactic Empire. It is a flight simulator that proves EA can deliver fresh Star Wars content that is unique from its usual multiplayer shooters.

Fans rejoiced after EA announced Star Wars: Squadrons back in June for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Windows.

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