A new era of Lucasfilm gaming is on the way. Disney has launched a new division, Lucasfilm Games, which will be the new home for all of Lucasfilm’s games in the future. This includesStar Warsand any other brands housed under the company’s banner. ThoughStar Warsis undoubtedly the marquee name in this case and the tree that will undoubtedly produce the most fruit in the years to come.
That announcement was made via the officialStar Warswebsite. A sizzle reel/trailer was also released to showcase the names. Lucasfilm Games has launched social channels on Twitter and Facebook. The social channels “will deliver breaking news and more directly to fans,” per Lucasfilm. Additionally, a new Lucasfilm Games logo has been revealed. The announcement states that the logo will appear on all futureLucasfilm Gamestitles. The following was said in the reveal, explaining the decision.
“Lucasfilm’s legacy in gaming stretches back decades. And with Lucasfilm and the galaxy far, far away entering a new and unprecedented phase of creativity, so will the world of Lucasfilm Games, developed in collaboration with the finest studios across the industry.”
The sizzle reel highlights recentStar Warsvideo games such asJedi Fallen OrderandSquadrons, which was released earlier this year, as well asGalaxy of Heroes.The Old Republiconline game, which has been active since 2011, was also showcased, along with the recent series ofBattlefrontgames, which were the first majorStar Warsvideo game releases following the Disney purchase of Lucasfilm. As for the future, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga was also included in the trailer, as the game is expected to arrive later this year.
Speaking of the future, that remains a bit unclear, aside fromThe Skywalker Sagain LEGO form. We know that EA is planning to turnJedi Fallen Orderinto a franchise, which means we are likely to see a sequel arrive at some point for the next-gen consoles, such as the PlayStation 4 andXbox Series X. Beyond that, no furtherStar Warsvideo games have been confirmed. Though rumors were circulating that a newKnights of the Old Republicgame may be on the way, be it a remaster of the old games or something new entirely.
It’s also important to note that, even though this trailer focuses solely onStar Wars, Lucasfilm has more under its belt. Other franchises such asIndiana JonesandWillowexist under the Lucasfilm banner. It is certainly possible that other properties could get thevideo game treatmentunder Disney’s rule. Especially withIndiana Jones 5still happening and theWillowsequel series recently announced for Disney+.
Previously, LucasArts had been the home ofStar Warsvideo games for many years. However, following the Disney merger, Lucasfilm shut down the studio, with most of the staff being laid off in 2013. Now, Lucasfilm Games will be used to help fill that void. This news comes to us viaStarWars.com.
