In this article we summarise all the details about Star Wars Jedi: Survivor and clarify what the release, pre-orders and gameplay are actually like.
2023 a new Star Wars blockbuster awaits us. With Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Jedi Knight Cal Kestis returns and we can once again take on his role to spit into the blue milk of the Empire with Force and Light Blade.
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For a long time it was very quiet about the new action adventure from Respawn, but now the first information and gameplay scenes have been revealed. In this article we summarise all the information about Survivor and answer all the questions you might be asking yourself.
- Release: When will Jedi: Survivor be released?
- Preorders: What are the pre-order bonuses?
- What editions are available?
- What platforms will the game be released on?
- System Requirements for Jedi: Survivor
- Gameplay: How does Jedi: Survivor play?
- Story: What is it about?
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Everything you need to know about Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
When is the release?
On March 17, 2023, the Jedi adventure will be released. A postponement is currently not expected, but that can hardly be confidently claimed these days. As a reminder, the first part was released in late 2019. So Jedi: Survivor has been in development for just over three years.
What do the pre-order bonuses look like?
You can already pre-order the adventure game and unlock a few additional benefits. In total, there are three different bonuses guaranteed to pre-orderers:
- A cosmetic hermit outfit reminiscent of Obi-Wan Kenobi”s robe.
- A cosmetic lightsaber hilt also inspired by Obi-Wan.
- A blaster called
Combustion
, used primarily by outlaws.
But remember that at GlobalESportNews we generally advise against pre-ordering games. Rather wait for first tests before you decide to buy prematurely and then get angry about it.
Which editions are available?
At the moment there are only two different editions for the adventure game, both of which you can already pre-order. The normal edition costs 70 euros and includes the base game, while the deluxe edition for 90 euros offers the following additional content.
- The Cosmetic Pack
Galactic Hero
- An outfit inspired by Han Solo.
- A colouring for BD-1 reminiscent of the battered Millennium Falcon.
- The DL-44 blaster as used by Han Solo.
- The cosmetic package
New Hero
- An outfit inspired by Luke Skywalker.
- A colouring for BD-1 reminiscent of R2-D2.
- A lightsaber hilt reminiscent of Luke and Anakin”s saber respectively.
By the way, those who want to dig deeper into their pockets can also get the Collector”s Edition of Jedi: Survivor. However, it is very unlikely that you will get one of these. (This edition is only offered at limited runs) and is very limited. Inside the $300 box, in addition to the Deluxe Edition of the game, is a replica of Cal Kesti”s lightsaber hilt, a magnetic box for the hilt, a certificate of authenticity, and a steelbook case.
For which platforms will the game be released?
Jedi: Survivor is a next-gen title that will be released on both PC and current consoles. Older generations such as PS4, Xbox One or even the Nintendo Switch will have to do without it. The following platforms are planned:
- PlayStation 5
- Xbox Series X/S
- PC
- (Steam)
- (Electronic Arts)
- (Epic Games)
By the way, if you have a subscription to EA Play, you don”t have to buy Jedi: Survivor. The game is part of EA”s product range and will be integrated into the subscription service directly at release. So if you subscribe to EA Play Pro on a monthly basis, you can start playing straight away with the Deluxe Edition. With the standard version of EA Play, you can spend at least 10 hours in Jedi: Survivor, which is also included in Microsoft”s Game Pass.
What are the system requirements?
Thanks to Steam, we probably already know the system requirements for the PC of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. We have listed the exact system requirements in the following table.
| System Requirements | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor | 4 Core / 8 Threads- Intel Core i7-7700 – Ryzen 5 1400 | 4 Core / 8 Threads- Intel Core i5 11600K – Ryzen 5 5600X |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | 8GB VRAM – GTX 1070 – Radeon RX 580 | 8GB VRAM – RTX2070 – RX 6700 XT |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Network | Broadband Internet Connection | Broadband Internet Connection |
| Memory | 130 GB free space | 130 GB free space |
| Sound card | not required | not required |
| additional information | Internet required for non-optional updates, no online play | Internet required for non-optional updates, no online play |
What do we already know about the gameplay?
Like the first part, Jedi: Survivor remains an accessible mixture of Soulslite and Metroidvania. However, the latter in particular is to come to the fore even more in the sequel through a multitude of new gameplay possibilities. It is therefore possible and desired that we revisit planets that have already been completed with Cal in order to master new challenges, experience new stories or discover hidden treasures.
The gameplay trailer already gives you a good impression of how it all plays.
Fights
The heart of the game remains the systematic battles, in which we must always remain vigilant despite the Force and lightsaber and should not underestimate any opponent. In the second part, many more fighting styles are added, with which different opponents can be better cracked. There are a total of five fighting styles:
- Single Blade: By default, Cal fights with a single lightsaber, but he knows how to wield it purposefully and swiftly.
- Double Blade: Cal can activate a double blade, made famous by the Sith Darth Maul.
- Two Blades: Cal can now permanently wield two lightsabers at once.
- Blaster: Cal can access a blaster in addition to his saber and even wield it simultaneously with his saber.
- Crossguard: Cal also gets a new sword, with a laser parry bar. This two-handed sword is a particularly heavy weapon that attacks sluggishly, but packs a particularly heavy punch.
Companion
Cal Kestis is rarely all alone in Jedi: Survivor. But he was never lonely anyway, thanks to the helpful droid BD-1. Now, however, he is often supported by other people, some of whom even act independently. The most important new companion is a mercenary named Bode Akuna, with whom Cal shares a brotherly friendship. Together with Cal, Bode attacks enemies and supports him in overcoming obstacles in the game world.
Movement
Besides Bode, Cal gets even more possibilities with which he can cross the game world faster or more efficiently. In doing so, Cal does not only resort to the Force, but also has new gadgets in his luggage. The most important will be a hauling rope, with which he can quickly cover large distances. In addition, Cal can man vehicles or tame animals, which he then rides through the area.
What is the story about?
Not much has been revealed about the plot and of course we don”t want to spoil anything. But we already know the rough starting point. According to this, five years have passed since Fallen Order and Cal Kestis is still on the run from the Empire”s henchmen. However, he has probably not kept a low profile, but has repeatedly got in the Empire”s way. That, in turn, has consolidated his position of power and is at its peak at this time. Incidentally, Jedi: Survivor is set almost at the same time as the Disney+ series Obi-Wan Kenobi, so some fans are expecting an appearance by the old Jedi Master.
Similar to the series, the Grand Inquisitor also seems to make an appearance, even if he does not appear as the main antagonist. Whether Cal will have to deal with Vader again this time is unknown. We hope for his sake that he avoids the Sith Lord.
The gaming future of Star Wars
If you”re interested in what other Star Wars games are coming in the next few years besides Jedi: Survivor, we can of course help you out. In our big overview you can find all the Star Wars titles that are currently in the works – from Star Wars: Eclipse to the remake of Kotor and the new projects from Ubisoft and Respawn.
What are your hopes and expectations for the sequel to Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order? What changes and innovations would you like to see in the official sequel? Let us know in the comments!
