STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II

Are there any good reviews for STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II?

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Q.Are there any good reviews for STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II?

A.Yes. While Star Wars Battlefront II had a rocky launch, there are many credible, favorable reviews—especially after the game’s updates and the Celebration Edition.

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Yes—there are good reviews for Star Wars Battlefront II, though it’s important to note the game’s launch was met with mixed reactions largely due to its monetization system. The initial reception is reflected in a modest Metacritic score around 68, with critics praising the game's visuals and multiplayer feel but criticizing the progression and loot-box model. For example, Hobby Consolas and XGN gave strong individual scores, while IGN’s original review highlighted the strong Star Wars atmosphere but criticized the progression system. The broader takeaway from launch-era coverage is that the game was visually impressive and fun to play, but the monetization overshadowed the experience for many players. Metacritic review Wired review GameSpot on the loot box controversy

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Q.What's the difference between STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II and the original Star Wars Battlefront II?

A.The 2005 Star Wars: Battlefront II and the 2017 Battlefront II Celebration Edition are two distinct games. The Celebration Edition reshapes the 2017 reboot with a narrative campaign, three eras, and extensive free updates plus Rise of Skywalker cosmetics, while the 2005 original is a two-era, space-and-ground battle title with a simpler unlock system.

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Q.Is there a Star Wars Battlefront III coming out?

A.No. There is no Star Wars Battlefront III announced or scheduled for release as of December 2025. The case for a new Battlefront remains unconfirmed by EA/DICE, with multiple reliable outlets indicating there are no imminent plans.

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Q.What is STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II all about?

A.STAR WARS Battlefront II is a DICE-made shooter that blends large-scale, era-spanning multiplayer battles with a narrative-driven campaign; the Celebration Edition bundles the base game with extensive Rise of Skywalker-era content and customization options.

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Q.What's the current player count for STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II?

A.On Steam (PC), STAR WARS Battlefront II currently shows about 1,068 players online, with historic Steam peaks well above that. The game surged in mid-2025, reaching both near-18k and over-35k concurrent players at different times.

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Q.What's included in the STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II Celebration Edition?

A.The Celebration Edition bundles the base game with the full customization catalog available up to Rise of Skywalker content, including dozens of hero/trooper appearances and emotes, while excluding items released after December 20, 2019.

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