Following a leak earlier this month that detailed update data found on Nintendo’s servers, it was all but confirmed thatStar Wars: Republic Commandowould be coming to Nintendo Switch. Today, Aspyr Media made the port official, announcing that the cult-classicStar Warsshooter would be returning for both the Switch and PlayStation 4.
The title will debut on April 6 and can already be pre-ordered on the Nintendo Switch via Aspyr’s website.Republic Commandowas originally launched all the way back in 2005 on PC and Xbox (and can be played right now on Xbox viabackward compatibilityand through Steam on PC), meaning this is the first time it’s come to either a Nintendo or Sony console.
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Alongside the announcement, Aspyr has also debuted a new trailer, focusing onRepublic Commando’scombat sequences and main storyline. The footage is action-packed, following Delta Squad’s battle against waves of droids across a variety ofStar Warslocations, including Kashyyyk and Geonosis. It also highlights some of the abilities players will be able to employ, including directing squadmates using tactical commands and wielding an array ofStar Warsguns.
For those who never played the classicStar Warsshooter, the plot centers around a high-ranking clone trooper known as RC-1338 (or “Boss”) who leads an outfit of three fellow soldiers known as Delta Squad. The group go on a variety of missions throughout the campaign, bonding as a team as they fight back against Separatist forces and embark on high-risk missions set during theClone Wars. The shooter received middling reviews upon release, however, it managed to gain a lot of traction with fans following its debut, becoming known as an underrated gem. A sequel to the title known asImperial Commandowas originally planned but was canceled early into production.
Republic Commandois returning at a great time forStar Wars, with Lucasfilm Games recently revealing that a wave of new titles set in the series' universe will be coming to consoles. Ubisoft will be working on an open-world experience centered around the IP, while developer Zynga recently announced a new free-to-play multiplayer game known asStar Wars: Huntersis coming to the Nintendo Switch.
Several otherStar Warstie-ins are sure to follow in the coming years, with EA making it known that it intends to continue working with the license going forward. Many have speculated the company is looking to develop a follow-up toStar Wars Jedi: Fallen Order,with the publisher claiming the original title was the first in a new franchise.
Star Wars: Republic Commandois out now on PC and Xbox, with PlayStation 4 and Switch versions slated to release on April 6.
