AI support fighters confirmed for Star Wars: Squadrons

EA Motive's upcoming sci fi dogfighter, Star Wars: Squadrons, is ticking a lot of boxes, with cross play, VR, and online multiplayer support rounding out an impressive sounding package. But some fans were unsure of the lower 5v5 player count.

We're happy to report that one of the marquee features in Squadrons, the Fleet Battles mode, will include AI support fighters alongside your chosen five man squad.

There had been some discontent since the games announcement, after the boots on the ground player scale of DICE's Battlefront series, that Squadrons would potentially feel like a step back.

When you consider the highly successful run of Rogue Squadron titles back on the N64 and GameCube, which featured large scale single and multiplayer battles, being faced with the prospect of 5v5 only might at first glance underwhelm. Especially when you consider that Star Wars as a brand is known for it's complex, massive space battles.

However, following a hands on preview published by IGN, AI support fighters will indeed back up your squad online, and offer more than just background window dressing.

EA All the yes.

Star Wars: Squadrons launches October 2nd 2020, for PS4, Xbox One, and PC.

Victoria 3 Dev Diary takes a look at Production Methods

Consequences and natural worldbuilding are Victoria games' bread and butter. It is to be expected then that no in-game feature can be equated to any other game, and so is the case with Buildings and their Production Methods.

Victoria 3 Dev Diary takes a look at Production Methods

Victoria 3 Dev Diary takes a look at Production Methods

Consequences and natural worldbuilding are Victoria games' bread and butter. It is to be expected then that no in-game feature can be equated to any other game, and so is the case with Buildings and their Production Methods.

The potential endings of World War II are never-ending

Hearts of Iron 4 Developer Diary expands the Officer Corps

Following the most recent developer diary that introduced the changes in the Officer Corps, in this one, a new feature is being added, called Spirits.

Hearts of Iron 4 Developer Diary expands the Officer Corps

Following the most recent developer diary that introduced the changes in the Officer Corps, in this one, a new feature is being added, called Spirits.

PES 2022 demo goes live on consoles under an odd name

Bruno Fernandes crossing the ball in PES 2020

PES 2022 demo goes live on consoles under an odd name

Konami launched PES 2022 demo silently but it is only available for consoles. On the flip side, everyone is welcome to try it.

PES 2022 demo goes live on consoles under an odd name

Konami launched PES 2022 demo silently but it is only available for consoles. On the flip side, everyone is welcome to try it.

LoL Esports: Jatt steps down from Team Liquid head coach position

Team Liquid is going through a rough patch and some of the sweeping changes included Jatt stepping down from his position as well as some other roster alterations.

LoL Esports: Jatt steps down from Team Liquid head coach position

Team Liquid is going through a rough patch and some of the sweeping changes included Jatt stepping down from his position as well as some other roster alterations.

Insomniac Games are hiring for an unannounced multiplayer project

Spider-Man: Miles Morales fighting a villain

Insomniac Games are hiring for an unannounced multiplayer project

Insomniac Games, the developer of PlayStation exclusive Spider-Man and forgotten shooter franchise Resistance are on a hiring spree for a multiplayer project.

Insomniac Games are hiring for an unannounced multiplayer project

Insomniac Games, the developer of PlayStation exclusive Spider-Man and forgotten shooter franchise Resistance are on a hiring spree for a multiplayer project.

CDPR list Cyberpunk 2077's top reported issues; Takemura still doesn't call

CD Projekt Red have shared the list of the current top reported issues for Cyberpunk 2077 which still include Takemura not calling in Play it Safe, Smoke on the Water and Sweet Dreams bugs that prevent progression.

CDPR list Cyberpunk 2077's top reported issues; Takemura still doesn't call

CD Projekt Red have shared the list of the current top reported issues for Cyberpunk 2077 which still include Takemura not calling in Play it Safe, Smoke on the Water and Sweet Dreams bugs that prevent progression.

Another Dying Light 2 showcase is coming next week

Another Dying Light 2 showcase is coming next week

Dying Light 2 developer Techland have sent us a package that teases the next Dying 2 Know episode, which is scheduled for July 1, 2021, at 9:00 PM CEST.

Another Dying Light 2 showcase is coming next week

Dying Light 2 developer Techland have sent us a package that teases the next Dying 2 Know episode, which is scheduled for July 1, 2021, at 9:00 PM CEST.

Rumour: Ghost of Ikishima is coming in 2021, will be standalone game

screenshot from ghost of tsushima showing samurai in combat

Rumour: Ghost of Ikishima is coming in 2021, will be standalone game

According to the latest rumours, Sucker Punch Productions may be working on a Ghost of Tsushima sequel named Ghost of Ikishima. The game is reportedly targeting the 2021 release date and will be a smaller title, not a fully-fledged sequel.

Rumour: Ghost of Ikishima is coming in 2021, will be standalone game

According to the latest rumours, Sucker Punch Productions may be working on a Ghost of Tsushima sequel named Ghost of Ikishima. The game is reportedly targeting the 2021 release date and will be a smaller title, not a fully-fledged sequel.

Halo Infinite release date decision is "down to few weeks"

Halo Infinite sniper walking towards a facility

Halo Infinite release date decision is "down to few weeks"

Head of Xbox, Phil Spencer has confirmed that he feels pretty confident about Halo Infinite's release date. Spencer said the game is certainly launching this Holiday and the firm decision is "down to few weeks".

Halo Infinite release date decision is "down to few weeks"

Head of Xbox, Phil Spencer has confirmed that he feels pretty confident about Halo Infinite's release date. Spencer said the game is certainly launching this Holiday and the firm decision is "down to few weeks".

Dota 2 gets Nemestice battle pass with new Arcana and two Personas

Dota 2 gets Nemestice battle pass with new Arcana and two Personas

Valve revealed the next big event in Dota 2, the Nemestice, which also brings a Battle Pass the players can progress and obtain some awesome Arcana and Persona pieces.

Dota 2 gets Nemestice battle pass with new Arcana and two Personas

Valve revealed the next big event in Dota 2, the Nemestice, which also brings a Battle Pass the players can progress and obtain some awesome Arcana and Persona pieces.

AI support fighters confirmed for Star Wars: Squadrons

EA Motive's upcoming sci fi dogfighter, Star Wars: Squadrons, is ticking a lot of boxes, with cross play, VR, and online multiplayer support rounding out an impressive sounding package. But some fans were unsure of the lower 5v5 player count.

Victoria 3 Dev Diary takes a look at Production Methods

Consequences and natural worldbuilding are Victoria games' bread and butter. It is to be expected then that no in-game feature can be equated to any other game, and so is the case with Buildings and their Production Methods.

Victoria 3 Dev Diary takes a look at Production Methods

Victoria 3 Dev Diary takes a look at Production Methods

Consequences and natural worldbuilding are Victoria games' bread and butter. It is to be expected then that no in-game feature can be equated to any other game, and so is the case with Buildings and their Production Methods.

Hearts of Iron 4 Developer Diary expands the Officer Corps

Following the most recent developer diary that introduced the changes in the Officer Corps, in this one, a new feature is being added, called Spirits.

Hearts of Iron 4 Developer Diary expands the Officer Corps

Hearts of Iron 4 Developer Diary expands the Officer Corps

Following the most recent developer diary that introduced the changes in the Officer Corps, in this one, a new feature is being added, called Spirits.

PES 2022 demo goes live on consoles under an odd name

PES 2022 demo goes live on consoles under an odd name

Konami launched PES 2022 demo silently but it is only available for consoles. On the flip side, everyone is welcome to try it.

PES 2022 demo goes live on consoles under an odd name

PES 2022 demo goes live on consoles under an odd name

Konami launched PES 2022 demo silently but it is only available for consoles. On the flip side, everyone is welcome to try it.

LoL Esports: Jatt steps down from Team Liquid head coach position

LoL Esports: Jatt steps down from Team Liquid head coach position

Team Liquid is going through a rough patch and some of the sweeping changes included Jatt stepping down from his position as well as some other roster alterations.

LoL Esports: Jatt steps down from Team Liquid head coach position

LoL Esports: Jatt steps down from Team Liquid head coach position

Team Liquid is going through a rough patch and some of the sweeping changes included Jatt stepping down from his position as well as some other roster alterations.

Insomniac Games are hiring for an unannounced multiplayer project

Insomniac Games are hiring for an unannounced multiplayer project

Insomniac Games, the developer of PlayStation exclusive Spider-Man and forgotten shooter franchise Resistance are on a hiring spree for a multiplayer project.

Insomniac Games are hiring for an unannounced multiplayer project

Insomniac Games are hiring for an unannounced multiplayer project

Insomniac Games, the developer of PlayStation exclusive Spider-Man and forgotten shooter franchise Resistance are on a hiring spree for a multiplayer project.

CDPR list Cyberpunk 2077's top reported issues; Takemura still doesn't call

CDPR list Cyberpunk 2077's top reported issues; Takemura still doesn't call

CD Projekt Red have shared the list of the current top reported issues for Cyberpunk 2077 which still include Takemura not calling in Play it Safe, Smoke on the Water and Sweet Dreams bugs that prevent progression.

CDPR list Cyberpunk 2077's top reported issues; Takemura still doesn't call

CDPR list Cyberpunk 2077's top reported issues; Takemura still doesn't call

CD Projekt Red have shared the list of the current top reported issues for Cyberpunk 2077 which still include Takemura not calling in Play it Safe, Smoke on the Water and Sweet Dreams bugs that prevent progression.

Another Dying Light 2 showcase is coming next week

Another Dying Light 2 showcase is coming next week

Dying Light 2 developer Techland have sent us a package that teases the next Dying 2 Know episode, which is scheduled for July 1, 2021, at 9:00 PM CEST.

Another Dying Light 2 showcase is coming next week

Another Dying Light 2 showcase is coming next week

Dying Light 2 developer Techland have sent us a package that teases the next Dying 2 Know episode, which is scheduled for July 1, 2021, at 9:00 PM CEST.

Rumour: Ghost of Ikishima is coming in 2021, will be standalone game

Rumour: Ghost of Ikishima is coming in 2021, will be standalone game

According to the latest rumours, Sucker Punch Productions may be working on a Ghost of Tsushima sequel named Ghost of Ikishima. The game is reportedly targeting the 2021 release date and will be a smaller title, not a fully-fledged sequel.

Rumour: Ghost of Ikishima is coming in 2021, will be standalone game

Rumour: Ghost of Ikishima is coming in 2021, will be standalone game

According to the latest rumours, Sucker Punch Productions may be working on a Ghost of Tsushima sequel named Ghost of Ikishima. The game is reportedly targeting the 2021 release date and will be a smaller title, not a fully-fledged sequel.

Halo Infinite release date decision is "down to few weeks"

Halo Infinite release date decision is "down to few weeks"

Head of Xbox, Phil Spencer has confirmed that he feels pretty confident about Halo Infinite's release date. Spencer said the game is certainly launching this Holiday and the firm decision is "down to few weeks".

Halo Infinite release date decision is "down to few weeks"

Halo Infinite release date decision is "down to few weeks"

Head of Xbox, Phil Spencer has confirmed that he feels pretty confident about Halo Infinite's release date. Spencer said the game is certainly launching this Holiday and the firm decision is "down to few weeks".

Dota 2 gets Nemestice battle pass with new Arcana and two Personas

Dota 2 gets Nemestice battle pass with new Arcana and two Personas

Valve revealed the next big event in Dota 2, the Nemestice, which also brings a Battle Pass the players can progress and obtain some awesome Arcana and Persona pieces.

Dota 2 gets Nemestice battle pass with new Arcana and two Personas

Dota 2 gets Nemestice battle pass with new Arcana and two Personas

Valve revealed the next big event in Dota 2, the Nemestice, which also brings a Battle Pass the players can progress and obtain some awesome Arcana and Persona pieces.

Destiny 2: Hawkmoon quest not appearing? Here is what you need to do11

Destiny 2: Hawkmoon quest not appearing? Here is what you need to do

Bungie released Hawkmoon recently but you may not see the Exotic Quest in Spider's Dialogue. This is because you need to complete some requirements first.

Dragon's Dogma 2 leak reveals gameplay and release date info11

Dragon's Dogma 2 leak reveals gameplay and release date info

Dragon's Dogma sequel is reportedly shaping up to be a stunning game when it comes to visuals. According to the leak, it has been internally delayed to late 2022/early 2023.

Blue Protocol's game client is now available for download11

Blue Protocol's game client is now available for download

Bandai Namco's upcoming MMORPG Blue Protocol's Closed Beta Test will start very soon. Everyone who has secured themselves a spot in the test can download the game's client starting today.

Cities: Skylines 2 may be in development11

Cities: Skylines 2 may be in development

Paradox Interactive have officially announced that they are currently working on an unannounced project with Colossal Order but sadly, it is still too early in development to share more details at this time.

Genshin Impact 2.0: another set of Ayaka's animations revealed11

Genshin Impact 2.0: another set of Ayaka's animations revealed

Thanks to a credible Genshin Impact leaker we have a video displaying another set of animations for the upcoming Genshin Impact character, Ayaka Kamisato.

League of Legends: new item Hullbreaker will replace Sanguine Blade11

League of Legends: new item Hullbreaker will replace Sanguine Blade

One of the League of Legends game designers has revealed that a new item called Hullbreaker will replace Sanguine Blade. This is great news for all carry top lane champions.

Ubisoft tease The Division 3: "You're going to see more on The Division in this year"11

Ubisoft tease The Division 3: "You're going to see more on The Division in this year"