Eight years after its release,Star Wars Battlefront 2is back in the spotlight. Despite the game closing in on a decade since its launch,Star Warsfans have embracedStar Wars Battlefront 2once more. With the surprising spike in player count, demand for another entry in theStar Warsshooter series has been reignited, and there are likely several reasons as to why this is the case.
BeyondBattlefront 2, it’s been a busy few weeks for theStar Warsfranchise in general. Late April kicked off some surprising reveals at Star Wars Celebration in Japan, while various crossovers also helped putStar Warsback in the spotlight.Battlefront 2’s resurgenceis a surprising turn of events, but after the past few weeks of specialStar Warscontent, it makes a lot of sense.
Star Wars Battlefront 2 Has Andor and Other Recent Star Wars Content to Thank
Andorhas been one of Disney’s most successfulStar Warsspin-offs, and after the finale of its most recent season,Battlefront 2witnessed an uptick in players. Even the actor who playsAndor’s Wilmon Paak, Muhannad Ben Amor, has now expressed the desire fora thirdBattlefrontgame. While the season finale of one of the biggestStar Warsshows at the moment is definitely a big reason forBattlefront 2’s newfound attention, the series likely isn’t the only reason why players have been returning to the title.
Andor’s season finale also serves as the series finale, meaning there unfortunately won’t be a third season of the hit show.
Fortnite Has Put Star Wars Front and Center
Over the years,Star WarsandFortniteteaming up to celebrate Star Wars Day has come to be expected. However, this time around,Fortnitehas gone even further with its partnership and has made an entire mini-season centered around the franchise and its characters. From beloved names like the Mandalorian to non-canon memeslike Darth Jar Jar, Galactic Battle has turned up the dial onFortnite’s usual offering ofStar Warscontent.
With the surprising spike in player count, demand for another entry in theStar Warsshooter series has been reignited.
Revenge of the Sith’s 20th Anniversary Brings a Heavy Dose of Nostalgia
In honor ofRevenge of the Sith’s 20th anniversary, limited screenings of the movie hit theaters in late April, bringing longtime fans a great throwback experience. While not a fresh release, this served as a solid appetizer for what was to come in the month of May withAndor. Of course,Andoris likely the biggest inspiration for players to return toBattlefront 2, but there is also bound to be a solid mix ofRevenge of the Sithfans andFortniteplayers who were also given a craving for a differentStar Warsexperience.
This year’s Star Wars Celebration revealed a new film in the works.Star Wars: Starfighterstars Ryan Gosling and is scheduled to hit theaters in 2027.
The Verdict is Still Out On Star Wars Battlefront 3
The hope for anotherBattlefrontgame to become a reality continues. There has even beenaBattlefront 3petitionmade that’s gaining some serious traction. Petitions may not guarantee that a new game will get the green light, but it at least serves as a clear indication that the demand for moreBattlefrontis there. TheStar Warsshooter may have faced a rocky start, but since then,Battlefront 2has gained fresh attention in one of the most unexpected ways.
Star Wars Battlefront 2
WHERE TO PLAY
Rush through waves of enemies on Starkiller Base with the power of your lightsaber in your hands. Storm through the jungle canopy of a hidden Rebel base on Yavin 4 with your fellow troopers, dispensing firepower from AT-STs. Line up your X-wing squadron from an attack on a mammoth First Order Star Destroyer in space. Or rise as a new STAR WARS hero - Iden, an elite Imperial special forces soldier - and discover an emotional and gripping single-player story spanning thirty years.Experience rich and living STAR WARS multiplayer battlegrounds across all three eras: prequel, classic, and new trilogy. Customize and upgrade your heroes, starfighters, or troopers, each with unique abilities to exploit in battle. Ride tauntauns or take control of tanks and speeders. Down Star Destroyers the size of cities, use the Force to prove your worth against iconic characters such as Kylo Ren, Darth Maul, or Han Solo, as you play a part in a gaming experience inspired by 40 years of timeless STAR WARS films.
