Key Highlights:
- Aspyr’s Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection revived iconic shooters with updated graphics.
- Despite initial bugs, Update 1, released on March 29th, addressed over 30 areas, focusing on stabilizing online multiplayer and fixing controls, graphics, and gameplay issues.
- Further updates are planned, showcasing Aspyr’s commitment to delivering an authentic Star Wars gaming experience.
Aspyr recently released the Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection, bringing back these classic shooters with updated graphics and features. However, the launch didn’t go quite as smoothly as hoped. Players quickly discovered various bugs and issues plaguing the collection. Thankfully, the developers moved swiftly to address the problems with a major update.
The Star Wars Games Reborn
For Star Wars gaming fans, the Battlefront Classic Collection is a dream come true. It contains remastered versions of two iconic titles:
- Star Wars Battlefront (2004 original)
- Star Wars Battlefront 2 (2005 original)
These action-packed games let you step into epic Star Wars battles from the films. You can play as fan-favourite characters like Jedi, Sith, Rebels, Stormtroopers and more across iconic planets and locations.
The Battlefront games blended intense first and third-person shooter action with gameplay modes like Conquest, Instant Action, Galactic Conquest and more.
Aspyr’s new collection aimed to preserve the original experiences while modernising the visuals and adding new features.
It launched on March 14th for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4/5, and Xbox One/Series consoles amid much anticipation. However, the excitement was tempered by numerous bugs and glitches that quickly became apparent.
Update 1: Patch Notes
Fielding feedback from disappointed players, Aspyr got to work on fixing the issues. Just 15 days after launch, on March 29th, they released Update 1 for the Battlefront Classic Collection which were shared on the official Aspyr support page.
Originally just released for Steam, players on PlayStation 4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch can now access the update.
This massive patch delivered “ample changes” across over 30 different areas, with the goal of providing “a much better experience.”
The update focused heavily on stabilising the online multiplayer and dedicated servers. It also comprehensively resolved problems related to:
| Feature | Bug | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Joining Servers | Crashes related to client messages | Improved message handling to prevent crashes. |
| Quick Match | Password-protected games appearing | Password-protected games filtered out. |
| Split-Screen Mode | Crashes | Code adjustments to prevent crashes. |
| Control Scheme Options | Hidden options | Options made visible for customization. |
| Split-Screen Mode | Single controller limitation | Enabled starting split-screen games with one controller. |
| Menus & Maps | Visual glitches | Various graphical issues addressed for a smoother experience. |
| Hero Assault Mode | Asajj Ventress abilities | Ability rebalancing for improved gameplay. |
| Hero Assault Mode | Kit Fisto animations & Force power | Fixed animation bugs and Force power functionality. |
| Audio | Crashes & bugs | Resolved crashes related to audio devices and fixed audio issues. |
| Progression | Soft locks & errors | Fixed bugs causing soft locks and progression issues. |
| Level Design | Collision problems | Addressed collision issues for smoother gameplay. |
| Game Modes | Missing Assault mode | Assault game mode restored to the selection menu. |
| Reinforcements | Incorrect deduction | Fixed reinforcement deduction bug. |
| Settings | Reset button malfunction | Fixed Map and Mode settings reset button. |
| Profile Loading | “Load Fail” error | Resolved error causing profile loading issues. |
While not a magic cure-all, Update 1 went a long way towards restoring the classic Star Wars gaming experience fans were expecting.
Aspyr directly addressed many of the top complaints and issues identified by players in those first couple of weeks.
The Future Updates
Even after this big patch, Aspyr admits there is still more work to be done.
They have already begun preparations for Update 2 to the Battlefront Classic Collection, providing another round of fixes and improvements.
Specific details are still under wraps, but the developers are encouraging players to continue reporting any remaining bugs or bizarre behaviour through official support channels.
For gamers hungry to relive the nostalgic thrills of the original Battlefront games, or for a new generation experiencing them for the first time, this revamped collection holds tremendous promise.
The shaky launch has been disappointing, but Aspyr seems committed to comprehensively updating and supporting the Classic Collection to meet fan expectations.
With Update 1 out now and more patches on the horizon, players can begin properly enjoying the dream of stepping into authentic Star Wars battlegrounds once again for a tiny 25GB file size.
Whether playing the epic Galactic Conquest campaigns or jumping into the online multiplayer action, the authentic and upgraded Star Wars Battlefront experience is finally taking shape. May the Force be with this classic gaming revival!
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