News Article
Double XP Weekends are back
By popular demand, Double XP Weekends are back this summer!
Whether you’re a new or experienced player, take advantage of Double XP and Legacy XP to level up your main character faster or to create an alternate character and enjoy a new class story and gameplay!
With the recent release of Nightmare Mode Operations in Game Update 2.2, now is also a great time to reinforce your guild ranks with higher level characters and new class characters!
Operation: Terror From Beyond (Nightmare Mode) Trailer
Nightmare has struck the planet of Asation! Fight through several supercharged bosses in Operation: Terror From Beyond, now in Nightmare Mode. Those who take on this nightmarish challenge will earn a brand new set of elite Kell Dragon gear and an exclusive Helix Hyperpod vehicle.
Earn New Bonuses for Guild Recruits!

Earn new in-game bonuses as part of the Star Wars™: The Old Republic™ Guild Rewards Program – Now Live!
LiveStream Event – June 10, 2013
We are excited to announce the next LiveStream Q&A Event! Below is all the information you need in order to watch and participate in the LiveStream Event.
Star Wars™: The Old Republic™ - LiveStream
Monday, June 10, 2013
4:00pm to 4:30pm CDT
Conquer your nightmares
Put your guild’s coordination and skill to the ultimate test as you conquer twelve nightmarish bosses on the planets of Asation and Darvannis in two newly upgraded Level 55 Nightmare Mode Operations coming soon in Game Update 2.2: Operation Nightmare. Fight for a chance to earn a brand new set of Kell Dragon gear, the most powerful PvE gear available, along with two new stunning vehicles.
The Star Wars: The Old Republic Community Cantina Tour Arrives in San Diego
We’re happy to announce that the next stop in the Star Wars™: The Old Republic™ Community Cantina Tour will be happening on Thursday, July 18th, in San Diego!
This is your chance to join the Star Wars: The Old Republic community for a development team Q&A as well as complimentary drinks* and giveaways. Every attendee will be receiving a highly coveted Tauntaun Fawn code.
If you’re in the area, make sure to stop by and hang out with us!
Gree In-Game Event Returns
The ancient Gree starship, Gray Secant, returns to Ilum between May 21 and May 28 bringing with it great rewards, including unique armor, pets, weapons, and more!
Join with friends for another chance to earn valuable Reputation points and become a living Legend as you fight for the Gree’s grand mission. This is a great time for players at level 45+ to jump into the event before the event returns at level 55 in the future.
Visit the in-game News Terminal located on Carrick Station or Vaiken Spacedock to get started on your adventure!
Game Update 2.1: Customization Trailer
Watch the Game Update 2.1: Customization launch trailer to check out all the new ways you can customize your characters with the Appearance Designer, new playable Cathar species, Dye Modules, and more – now live!
To play free now, visit www.StarWarsTheOldRepublic.com/Play-Free.
Dye Modules Preview Video
Watch this short video to preview the new Dye Modules coming in Game Update 2.1: Customization and get ready to change the color of your armor sets!
Cathar Preview Video
Watch this short video to preview the Cathar, the new playable species coming in Game Update 2.1: Customization!