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Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text! This week, we knew a lot about the features in 8.0, but the one thing that was missing? Well, that was the name. It’s been revealed. 8.0 is now Masters of the Force. I’ll have a roundup of everything we know about this next era of SWTOR. Details on the story are lacking, and we likely won’t find out much until it launches. But there are a few hints that tell us where things are headed beyond just going to planet Ryloth. Finally, this week, Galactic Season 11 is underway. I’ll talk about my experience so far and some important things you need to know about the Meta-Achievement.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text! This week on the show, Broadsword held a livestream to talk about the first real details of 8.0. Classic SWTOR is coming. Well — sort of. I'll explain.  Game Update 7.9.1, Light and Shadow, is going live this week. I'll tell you about Galactic Season 11, some cool new additions coming to the Cartel Market, and a couple of Twitch Drops you don't want to miss.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text! Today, we’re looking ahead to Legacy Reborn. It’s the biggest story beat SWTOR has delivered in years, and I’ll tell you about Khar Shian and some cool gameplay changes you’ll get to experience along the way.  I’ll also break down 7.9’s feature set: PvP Season 10 with its “Knight” theme, and a change to the Companion Window that’s small but with a surprisingly big impact.  I’ll also tell you about the upcoming Twitch Campaign, the latest Cartel Market additions, and more.  And finally, I'll tell you about the SWTOR sequel that never was - Star Wars: The New Republic.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text! Today on the State of the Old Republic Podcast… we’ve reached the end of an era. Game Update 7.9 — Legacy Reborn — is almost here, and with it, the finale of the Legacy of the Sith storyline. It’s been a long trek: from Elom, to Ruhnuk, to Voss, Hutta, Ilum, and more. And now it’s taking us to a world steeped in ancient Sith history. We’re going to Khar Shian.  As they say, when one door closes, another door opens. As Legacy of the Sith ends, the next era is set to begin. I’ll share the first details about 8.0. And finally, this week, I’ll give you an update on DirectX12, May the 4th, and everything else happening in the Old Republic.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text! Joining me on the show today is Samantha Béart, the actor behind the likes of Karlach in Baldur’s Gate 3, and of course, Darth Nul in Star Wars: The Old Republic. I’ll talk to her about what it was like bringing Darth Nul to life and some of her other projects, including It Takes a Village and a new game – Fading Echoes.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text! This week on the show, there are seven days left in February, which means the February Developer Livestream should be on one of them. We just don’t know which one yet. While we wait to find out, I’ll recap the roadmap for 2026.  Also, this week, Moddable gear is one of SWTOR’s signature features, but does it still have a place in the game? I’ll explore the state of moddable gear.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text! This week on the show SWTOR dropped a new patch — and while it looks like your standard bug‑fix update, there are a few changes hiding in there that are pretty impactful. I’ll have the details ahead. Also, this week, I’ve talked about how adding a new Combat Style is a real possibility for Star Wars: The Old Republic. This week, I’m looking at something bigger: the idea of a brand‑new Class. Is it possible? Sure. But don’t hold your breath.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text! This week, I’m diving deep into the Galactic Threads story in Star Wars: The Old Republic. It’s a tale with big ambitions, and I’ll be breaking down what worked, what didn’t, and the moments that really shine. From character arcs to gameplay integration, there’s plenty to unpack.  I explore the threads that tie this story together and why it all matters.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text! This week on the show, we’re putting 2025 in the rear‑view mirror and breaking down everything SWTOR delivered — the highs, the lows, and whether it added up to a good year. Then we shift gears and look ahead to 2026. I’ll walk through what’s on the horizon and share my early predictions for Game Update 8.0. And finally, even though we have a roadmap for 2026, I’m exploring an alternate timeline — what this year might have looked like if the voice actors' strike had never happened.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text! This week on the show, Keith Kanneg delivered is Q4 Executive Producer Letter and 2026 Roadmap. 2026 will be the end of Legacy of Sith, but will it be the beginning of a new expansion or the start of something else? I’ll explore the possibilities ahead.  Star Wars: The Old Republic turned 14 this year. I’ll share my earliest memory and tell you about some of the new rewards you can get this year. Finally, I’ll tell you about Life Day, Twitch Drops, New Music Tracks, and more things happening in the Old Republic.  Referenced in this episode -  SWTOR Interview with Samantha Beart Game Maker's Notebook Interview with Gordy Haab

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text! This week on the show, Game Update 7.8 Pursuit of Ruin goes live. I’ll tell you about Galactic Threads, The Wreckage on Dantooine, PvP Season 9, and everything else in this holiday update. Also, this week, Galactic Season 9 has a couple of more months to go. I’ll give you an update on how my season is going. Spoiler alert - I’m all done. I’ll give you my thoughts on the flashpoints, rewards, and those enhancers. Finally, this week, the Subscriber Login event has ended. I got everything I wanted out of it, and hopefully you did too. In this episode, I referenced a post from Going Commando called Let's Talk About Czerka Combat Enhancers. Be sure to check it and all the great posts from Shintar!

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text! This week on the show, the developers held a livestream to talk about everything coming in 7.8, which includes the highly anticipated continuation of the Legacy of the Sith Story - Galactic Threads. Also, this week, there is an amazing new Dynamic Encounters event coming to Dantooine. I’ll tell you all about how it works, and give you some hands-on impressions from my time on the PTS. Finally, this week, December is often referred to as the time for giving and receiving. If you like getting stuff, there are lots of great rewards available in 7.8. Some you can get for free. Some you have to work for. And some you have to pay for. Oh, and did Keith Kanneg tell us we’ll be getting an expansion? I’ll have all the details ahead.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text! This week on the show, Keith Kanneg gave us his Q3 Producer’s letter, and Eric Musco provided an update on a new Dynamic Encounter event coming in Game Update 7.8. I’ll tell you all about the event and where it will occur. Spoiler alert - Dantooine, they're on Dantooine. Also this week, Galactic Threads, the next chapter in the Legacy of the Sith story, is finally ready for release. We’ll get to play it in 7.8. I’ve been trying to get some toons caught up on the story. I’ll talk about the challenges of getting a character from Origin Story to Galactic Threads. And finally, this week, I’ll talk about some in-game updates, new cartel market items, my progress in Galactic Season 9, and something I learned about the Subscriber Event that I wish I had known before it started.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text! This week on the show, there is a new Subscriber Event happening right now. I’ll tell you all about how it works, how long it runs, and what kinds of cool rewards you can get. Also, this week, Galactic Season 9 is well underway. I’ll share my thoughts on running flashpoints, the new combat enhancers, and the rewards on offer this time around.

Have a question for comment about the Show? Send me a text! This week on the show, Galactic Season 9 is inbound—and yes, Kai Zaiken needs our help testing his latest Flashpoint-enhancing concoctions. I’ll break down the wild buffs, the rewards, and some big upgrades to the Activity Finder that make running flashpoints better than ever. Also coming your way, I’ve got an update on SWTOR’s most anticipated feature—story content. I’ll share when the next two chapters are coming, and what we can expect from the return of Date Nights. And finally, Free-to-Play players rejoice - major accessibility changes are coming, plus a new Subscriber-only event packed with gameplay perks. I’ll also preview Feast of Prosperity rewards, Andor-inspired Cartel Market additions, more Character Modernizations, and everything else coming in 7.7.1.