If you missed the recent livestream or just want a refresher on all the exciting details presented during the Game Update 7.6.1 showcase, you’re in luck! Below is a recap covering everything shared during the stream, along with a video link for those who prefer to watch.
Check out the full recap here:
A new Twitch Drop is now live until March 12th! To snag the Ord Mantell Poster Decoration, watch one hour of live SWTOR content on Twitch. Don’t forget to connect your Twitch and SWTOR accounts so you can claim this lovely deco!
(Ord Mantell Poster)
Once Game Update 7.6.1 goes live (date TBD), there will be another Twitch Drop reward available as well! Players can earn the AC-10 Disruptor mount after watching four hours of content, which will be unlockable for 28 days following the update’s launch.
Galactic Season 8 “Rising Powers”
Kai Zykken is back with a fresh opportunity to test out Czerka’s new Experimental Combat Enhancers! Players will jump back into Uprisings content, which is now available for everyone starting at level 10.
The Experimental Combat Enhancer grants players one of three buffs that could turn battles in their favor:
- Destruction Overload Buff: Every fifth enemy defeated explodes, causing an area-of-effect damage burst.
- Czerka Combat Drones Buff: Little drones join your fight!
- Unstable Radiation Field Buff: A devastating point-blank area-of-effect attack.
A word of caution though; these enhancers might also buff your enemies, so keep your wits about you!
This season brings new rewards for both free and Subscriber tracks:
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- Legacy Titles:
- Risen
- Powerful
- Titles:
- Czerka Scientist
- Dromund Kaas Resident
- Coruscant Resident
- Stronghold Labels:
- Seat of Power
- The Laboratory
- Legacy Titles:
(C0-RU Probe Pet Droid)
(D-R0M Probe Pet Droid)
(Coruscanti Compact Cruiser Mount)
(Kaas Compact Cruiser)
(Various Decorations Display)
(Various Kaas Decorations Display)
This season also introduces Andor™ -inspired Senator’s Consort and Regal Senator’s hairstyle customizations to reward tracks!
New Basilisk Prototype Venture Customizations
The team has added four new B3-S1 variants at Lane’s Lab! You can trade in Prototype Data, role-specific currencies, and credits to obtain these new variants.
(Defender customization)
(Support customization)
(Combat customization)
(Gold Aurodium Plating customization)
You’ll also find new B3-S1 Training Modules by completing Dynamic Encounters on Hoth and Tatooine starting with version 7.6.1!
Cartel Market Additions and Updates
The Cartel Market isn’t being left behind either! Expect two themed Utility Bundles alongside an outfit inspired by Star Wars: Skeleton Crew™ .
(Dromund Kaas Utility Bundle)
(Coruscant Utility Bundle)
(Peerless Explorer’s Enviro-Suit)
Cartel Market Storefront Updates
The team plans to retire older items from the Cartel Market beginning February 26th. These items will be moved to a “Sale” tab and rotated bi-weekly by category—starting with weapons—so make sure to check often for what’s on offer!
Master the Fight Bundle: Storm Edition
A brand-new Master the Fight bundle is coming soon! Here’s a sneak peek at what’s included—the Storm I mount!
(Storm I mount)
This bundle will include new dyes, subscription time, and Cartel Coins—details are yet to come!
A New Legacy Perk
An increased Speed Boost (Improved Speeder Rank 6) will be made available for Subscribers per character.
Dynamic Encounter Achievements
Additions have been made to achievements related to Dynamic Encounters on Tatooine and Hoth as well.
Character Modernization Status
The priorities after Game Update 7.6 include:
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- Reworking source assets to address wrinkles and muscle definition
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- Tackling texture issues such as neckline seams
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- Smoothing textures on vibrant colored species like Chiss
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- Aiming for improved lighting for characters during gameplay matching cinematic visuals
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- Lifting lighting quality in Preview Window
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- Additional Species options
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SWTOR Celebration Segment Upcoming!SWTOR will feature a short segment during this year’s Star Wars Celebration livestream! Stay tuned for more information regarding themed login rewards and special Subscriber bonuses. Game Update 7.6.1 is targeting a March release!
