Star Wars Battlefront community manager Mathew Everett posted an update on the game’s website, reporting that the upcoming beta will be made available to everyone owning a PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Windows PC (via Origin). The beta will consist of two multiplayer modes and a single mission that will be playable in co-op mode.
“Get ready hit the battlefront on Hoth via Walker Assault and check out our newly revealed mode, Drop Zone on Sullust,” Everett says. “Now, I have to state my excitement here as this is by far my favorite mode and I can't wait for you to check it out for yourself. Is online Multiplayer with more than two players just not your thing? We have you covered.”
Earlier this month, Electronic Arts said that the Drop Zone mode is similar to King of the Hill. Drop pods will be dumped on the planet surface, and two teams of eight each will fight to control or capture these pods. To win, the team must capture all five pods. However, if the teams can’t manage to capture all the pods within the 10-minute limit, the team who controls the majority of them will win the match.
Everett goes on to describe the beta’s mission, stating that gamers can play solo, with an online friend, or locally with a friend sitting on the same couch. This mission, based on Tatooine, will introduce players to the beta Survival Mission mode. Everett also points out that for the beta, this mission will require an Internet connection. Once the full game is released, missions will be playable offline.
The news update also mentions the Deluxe version of the upcoming game. In addition to the base game, players will receive an Ion Grenade, an Ion Torpedo, and a DL-44 blaster pistol. Players will also receive Ion Shock and Victory emotes. Unsurprisingly, this bundle will be served up to Xbox One and PlayStation 4 owners only.
In addition to the news, Everett answered a few questions submitted by the community. One question focused on upgrading vehicles, which will not be possible, as they need to stay authentic within the Star Wars universe. Bots will also be provided in the game, but only within the Fighter Squadron mode, which will include ten AI units on each side.
“Our team is working hard to continue to gather the proper details around features, modes, weapons, vehicles, and more,” Everett says. “We know a lot of the community is eager to get every specific detail around the game, and our team is looking forward to revealing it.”
Star Wars Battlefront is slated to arrive on November 17, 2015.
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