We need a Star Wars Battlefront 3

Hot off the heels of the May 4th sale yesterday, Star Wars games continue to prove their worth. It also helps that Star Wars Jedi: Survivor was the most recent AAA addition to the diverse roster. Although, the game is still subjected to poor performance on both PC and console, people are still willing to buy it nonetheless.

Another big Star Wars hitter in the gaming space was the release of Star Wars Battlefront II. Developed by DICE and published by EA, the game was set to release with a reputable development team and a AAA mindset.

Lets take a look at some pros/cons for the game:

Pros

• Frostbite 3 engine

• Refined 'Battlefield' style

• Single-player campaign (SWBF 1 did not have one)

• Free DLC

• Inclusion of Prequel lore

• Solid Game modes

• Easily available hero during matches

Cons:

• Less blaster variety

• No Hero intros in match

• No map selection for online matches

*These pros and cons were judged based on what the first Battlefront (2015) game had.

Unfortunately, the game did not start out on the best track record as microtransactions plagued the game. On it release, Battlefront 2 was subjected to loot boxes that held valuable game components such as characters and guns. It was a roll of the dice to see if you were given the chance use some powerful Star Cards. These Cards changed the way the normal game was played and gave the player abelites that offered unfair advantages in-game.

Since then, after multiple accusations of encouraged gambling (context), EA has pulled any and all cards and equipment that is not available in the game by leveling. You will not be able to purchase them with real money and the currency that was granted with a purchase is no longer able to buy the loot boxes. The only way to earn loot boxes now is through daily rewards and leveling.

With two sold Battlefront games, it seems strange that DICE hasn't really had the motive to continue the franchise. I get that most of their time now is catering to their Battlefield franchise but it would be nice for them to continue the solid foundations that both Star Wars games brought to the table.

Sources:

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFvSzgc9N_g