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STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™

STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™

STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ is a free-to-play MMORPG that puts you at the center of your own story-driven saga. Play as a Jedi, Sith, Bounty Hunter, or one of many other iconic STAR WARS roles in the galaxy far, far away over three thousand years before the classic films.

90%
Very Positive
DeveloperBroadsword
PublisherElectronic Arts
Release DateJul 21, 2020
Free to Play
Peak Players27.4K
Metacritic85
PlatformsWindows
Free To Play
Massively Multiplayer
RPG
AI Review Summary

STAR WARS: The Old Republic offers a massive, story-rich experience that functions exceptionally well as a solo RPG, providing dozens of hours of free content through unique class stories. While its traditional MMO mechanics and graphics show their age, it remains a staple for fans of the franchise despite frustrations with its monetization and account management systems.

Pros

  • Extensive free-to-play story content offering 40-100 hours of gameplay across multiple class arcs.95%
  • Strong narrative focus that makes the game highly enjoyable as a solo-player experience.90%
  • Deep immersion in the Star Wars universe with high-quality writing and voice acting.85%
  • Exceptional longevity and replayability for players who enjoy character progression.80%
  • A dedicated and long-standing community that has sustained the game for over a decade.75%

Cons

  • Technical hurdles including broken password reset systems and account access issues.80%
  • Dated gameplay mechanics and visuals that reflect its 2011 origins.75%
  • Punishing guild ownership rules that can result in loss of assets due to inactivity.70%
  • Aggressive monetization and perceived poor value for the current subscription model.65%
  • Slow update frequency and a lack of fresh content for veteran players.60%

Notable Mentions

  • Reviewers frequently suggest playing the game as a single-player RPG rather than a traditional MMO.
  • Many players have thousands of hours of playtime accumulated prior to the game's Steam release.
Confidence: 64%
Based on the 192 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Jul 29, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
6.6K
Peak · last 90 days
9.9K
All-time peak
27.4K

Price

Current price
Free to Play
Lowest tracked
Free to Playsince Dec 6, 2025

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
89%
All-time positive
90%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews75.2K
Positive: 67.4K (90%)Negative: 7.8K (10%)

1%

Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

205h

Avg Playtime at Review

84%

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