Massively Multiplayer · July 21, 2020
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ (2020)
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ (2020) scores 90% positive on Steam from 68.0k reviews, 85 Metacritic, developed by Broadsword.
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ (2020) is a Massively Multiplayer title from Broadsword available on Windows. The title carries a 90% Steam positive rating across 68.0k reviews, a 85/100 Metacritic score, and 6.6k peak concurrent players — making it a measurable reference point when comparing to peers in the Massively Multiplayer category.
STAR WARS ™: The Old Republic™ is the only massively multiplayer online game with a Free-to-Play option that puts you at the center of your own story-driven STAR WARS ™ saga. Play as a Jedi, a Sith, a Bounty Hunter, or as one of many other iconic STAR WARS roles and explore the galaxy far, far away over three thousand years before the classic films. With 6 narrative expansions, become the hero of your own STAR WARS adventure as you choose your path down the Light or Dark side of the Force™. Create your legacy. Make meaningful choices throughout your journey and become the hero of your personal STAR WARS saga. The game includes an interactive storyline with cinematic dialogue and full voiceover for all in-game characters. A growing world awaits. For more than 10 years, players have been able to live out their own STAR WARS stories. With the most recent Onslaught expansion, STAR WARS : The Old Republic continues to deliver ongoing content through regular updates. 8 Unique Stories, 16 Combat Styles. Do you prefer the elegance of a lightsaber or the reliability of a good blaster by your side? Choose from one of 8 iconic, unique storylines, allowing you to create your own personal STAR WARS story. The Legacy of the Sith Expansion also introduces Combat Styles! Players can now separate their Class Story from gameplay style for an even greater customization experience. This frees up Advanced Class options as characters can choose any Advanced Class within the Tech or Force playstyle! Play as a Trooper wielding a Sniper Rifle, or a Sith Inquisitor with a lightsaber in each hand, or even secretly use Dark Side powers while posing as a member of the Jedi Order. Explore numerous planets. Hoth, Tatooine, Alderaan, and over 20 other unique and vibrant planets offer exciting exploration and thrilling adventures around every corner! Multiplayer gameplay. Gather your allies to face challenging encounters against enemy bosses in Flashpoints and Operations, or battle against other players in Player vs. Player Warzones, Arenas, or Galactic Starfighter missions! Galactic Strongholds Want to take a break from the inter-galactic traveling and adventure? Kick back and relax with our player housing system called Galactic Strongholds! Whether it’s overlooking the sandy dunes of Tatooine, the bright cityscape of Nar Shaddaa, or the tranquil mountains of Alderaan, there’s a Stronghold for everyone. These destinations and more are available for your galactic homestead! Cartel Market. Only the slickest items can make their way to the Cartel Market, the premium marketplace for the galaxy’s most sought-after commodities. Players wishing to buy things here will need to purchase in-game currency called Cartel Coins. Learn more about what Cartel Coins can unlock on our Cartel Coins Page. Subscriber Benefits. STAR WARS : The Old Republic offers an optional subscription that allows you to experience even more of the STAR WARS universe. Benefits include an increased level cap of 80 and access to the most recent expansions: Legacy of the Sith, Onslaught, Knights of the Eternal Throne, and Knights of the Fallen Empire. In addition, you will receive a monthly Cartel Coin Grant, increased XP, and more. Details on Subscriber Benefits can be found on our Subscriber Page.
Release & Availability
| Release date | Jul 21, 2020 |
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| Developer | Broadsword |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Base price | Free-to-play |
| DLC / Add-ons | 4 released |
| Platforms | Windows |
| Estimated owners | 10M–100M |
| External links | Official site · Metacritic page · Support |
Release timeline
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ launched on Jul 21, 2020.
Studio and publishing
The title was developed by Broadsword and published by Electronic Arts.
Platform support
Playable natively on Windows.
Packages & editions
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Reception & Reviews
Steam community score
Steam users rate STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ 90% positive across 68.0k reviews — categorised as Very Positive.
61.2k positive · 6.8k negative
Critic consensus (Metacritic)
Critics aggregated on Metacritic awarded a 85/100 score.
User score
Metacritic user score stands at 6.0/10.
Curator & community recommendations
Steam curators and players have issued 446 recommendations for this title.
Peak concurrent players
Peak concurrent Steam players reached 6.6k — a measurement of how active the playerbase got at launch or during a surge.
Gameplay Profile
Genres
- Massively Multiplayer
- RPG
- Free To Play
Community tag consensus
- Free to Play · 593
- Multiplayer · 458
- MMORPG · 457
- Character Customization · 454
- Open World · 433
- RPG · 351
- Story Rich · 330
- Choices Matter · 293
- Massively Multiplayer · 286
- Sci-fi · 278
- Adventure · 240
- Space · 238
Playtime profile
Community average playtime is 37 hours, with a median of 7 hours — a moderate (15–40 hours) commitment. Two-week average sits at 7 hours per active player.
Steam achievements
The title ships with 191 Steam achievements to unlock.
Languages supported
Interface / subtitles: English, French, German.
Full audio: English, French, German.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ released?
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ was released on Jul 21, 2020 by Broadsword.
Is STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ worth playing?
Based on 68.0k Steam reviews, STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ holds a 90% positive rating (Very Positive) — suggesting the game resonates with most players who try it.
What platforms does STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ support?
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ runs natively on Windows.
How much does STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ cost?
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ is free-to-play on Steam.
What Metacritic score did STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ receive?
Critics rated STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ 85/100 on Metacritic.