Leia’s always been a ton of fun to play - she’s been my main since launch - but when you’ve got three thermal detonators, a rapid-fire rifle, a burst fire pistol with a target-seeking alternate fire that can break a lightsaber block, and a healing shield generator that takes forever to be worn down, I’m not sure how she’s supposed to be considered balanced anymore. Meanwhile, Princess Leia’s new thermal detonator ability and healing shield buff have essentially rolled every infantry class into one character, making her so powerful that it’s a challenge for even Darth Vader to contest her. For example, Chewbacca’s bowcaster redesign is excellent, with an explosive blast option if he focuses his aim. That’s the key issue with Age of Rebellion - for every stride forward, there’s something that doesn’t quite click. The Cycler Rifle and DL-18 on the other hand are fairly redundant weapons for Specialist and Officer players, only offering new possibilities after killing upwards of a hundred enemies to unlock unique attachments.

Of the weapons added, the E-11D and T-21 easily steal the show, both offering a great new option for both Assault and Heavy. Despite the preceding rough patch, it’s hard not to expect more good things to come when Scarif and Age of Rebellion Supremacy arrive later in March. Challenging enough for veterans and welcoming to newcomers, it’s a perfect way to get into the game. Players can finally experience the best of what these maps have to offer in one of DICE’s best co-op experiences to date.Īt this point, the only way DICE might further enhance the mode would be to sprinkle in other objectives besides capturing command posts. Past issues like the chokepoint cantina on Tatooine are avoided, vastly improving some maps. They’re all solid, with Kessel and Jabba’s Palace feeling built for the mode. Most of what’s here is directly imported from other game modes, but it’s nice to see these maps revitalized for co-op. A lot of this content is familiar, but given a much deserved new lease on life.

Thankfully, The Age of Rebellion arrives with a whopping seven co-op maps, new reinforcements, new weapons, and substantial overhauls for two of the Rebel Alliance’s heroes. For the first time since Solo was in theaters, the Galactic Civil War era actually has a substantial update.Īfter the lackluster Rise of Skywalker update, the Battlefront community has feared another anemic offering.

Finally, the experience I’ve been waiting for in Star Wars Battlefront II is here with The Age of Rebellion. “What, they only sent you?” she snarks as a duel of wits begins. I know Vader’s coming, but nothing can prepare me for my Leia’s response. A crimson blade tears through Rebel infantry.

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