Broadsword developers recently took to the airwaves to discuss Star Wars: The Old Republic Game Update 7.5 “Desperate Defiance” and all that it is bringing to the beloved MMO. In addition to expanding the main storyline, players will also have an opportunity to become galactic farmers on Dantooine and to explore “the first of many single-player ventures.” The latter begins with the Basilisk Prototype, a challenging single-player adventure where they train B3-S1, a Basilisk that, with hard work, can become a permanent companion.
The public test server for Update 7.5 is already live. Players can log into the PTS to learn about Desperate Defiance and help developers track down bugs ahead of its launch, which is said to be “coming soon.”
Update 7.5 features
- New Main Story Chapter – “Desperate Defiance”: After the events of “Chains in the Dark,” Players will enlist Sa’har as a new companion and take part in a risky mission to retrieve the holocron and potentially learn more of Heta’s plans. Players will also journey back to Hutta amid a worker rebellion in the Minboosa District, where they’ll have to deal with the proprietor and “completely legitimate businessman,” “Yusinduu the Hutt.”
- Dantooine Farmstead and Spring Abundance Festival: Star Wars: The Old Republic players can step back from combat and become the caretaker of a farmstead on Dantooine. Players will go through a quick story arc introducing them to the farmstead and, afterward, will be given a plot of land for them to tend to in a deal that seems almost too good to be true… The Spring Abundance Festival will let players participate in many activities, including seed collecting, dancing, pie baking, animal rehabilitation, and a galactic egg hunt.
- The First of Many Single-Player Ventures: New, challenging single-player ‘Ventures’ will be added to the game, starting with the Basilisk Prototype. This Venture connects directly to the ongoing storyline of Lane Vizla and is all about training up the Basilisk Prototype B3-S1, also known as Bessie. This prototype can become the player’s companion and be used in limited-time sets. Players will have to work on training B3-S1 gradually to reach its full combat potential and capabilities to become permanent companion.
- New PVP Seasons Release Schedule: Starting with Update 7.5, PvP seasons will now commence the day an update launches, with PVP Season 6 beginning alongside the release of Update 7.5.
- Cartel Market Updates: The High-Republic themed Refined Mentor Lightsaber, Dualsaber, Armor set, and the Hidden Chain Jetpack Mount will be available with the launch of Update 7.5. Players can also grab more customizations for their player character, including the Ahsoka-inspired Baylan beard and new enhanced dye packs.
Check out the video diary or head straight to the Star Wars: The Old Republic site to learn more.
