In the livestream for update 7.7.1, the developers of Star Wars: The Old Republic revealed what is planned for the near future of the MMORPG. One goal of the changes: to improve the Free2Play experience.
What are the plans for SWTOR? Here are the main insights from the approximately 1-hour livestream of the developers regarding update 7.7.1, which you can watch in full on YouTube:
- Update 7.7.1 is set to be released in August 2025.
- The next story content will not come with update 7.7.1, but is expected to be available on the live servers with 7.8. The already announced content around dates with companions and Masters Enigma is set to follow with 7.8.1.
- With update 7.7.1, Galactic Season 9 of SWTOR will start. Included: a new version of the Czerka combat enhancements that you can use in flashpoints to receive buffs. Additionally, you will gain access to an experimental repulsion field that allows you to lift and throw enemies through the air.
- A number of quality-of-life improvements are planned for patch 7.7.1, such as for the interface and group-finding functionality. Furthermore, the flashpoint cutscenes in veteran and master modes are expected to be automatically skippable on demand, and the loot from certain bosses will be improved.
Fewer restrictions for Free2Play accounts
What about the adjustments for the Free2Play version? Here, the developers are planning several things. Free2Play players are expected to receive the following benefits with patch 7.1.1:
- Access to companion customizations
- Access to legacy titles
- Collection of recovery XP
- Free acquisition of the first cargo bay
- Use of the “hide headpiece” slot
- Greater payout of credits from the trust account when using cartel coins
- Access to all quickbars
Previous patches, specifically patch 7.x, have already implemented that Free2Play players can sprint from level 1 and learn to ride speeders from level 10. Overall, this should lead to a significantly more pleasant experience for all free players of SWTOR.
All subscribers can look forward to a new type of login reward that they can claim from September 9 to December 9. Those who log in four times a week with an active subscription will receive a new currency that can be exchanged with special vendors for offers such as exclusive companion customizations, endgame gear, or XP boosts.
How does Star Wars: The Old Republic play after all these years? The online RPG for the Star Wars universe is regularly provided with new content by the developers at Broadsword, thus attracting players to the servers even after all these years.
In recent months and years, there have been not only new endgame content but also fundamental improvements, such as to the graphics. Colleague Cedric took a detailed look at the MMORPG just last year and summarized his impressions – which are likely still valid today – in the following article: Is Star Wars: The Old Republic still worth it today?
