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The first Digital Expansion: Rise of the Hutt Cartel has just launched, bringing with it an action-packed storyline focused on factional conflict against the Hutt Cartel. Watch the “Fight for Makeb” launch trailer to find out more about the new gear, new abilities and new challenges waiting for you in Rise of the Hutt Cartel. Purchase a copy of the Digital Expansion now!

We’re thrilled to bring you the first Digital Expansion: Rise of the Hutt Cartel, available today, April 14, 2013. This Digital Expansion brings exciting new content to Star Wars™: The Old Republic™ including the new planet of Makeb, a new level cap of 55, and an epic storyline with fully-voiced cinematic conversations. Plus, you’ll discover exciting new technology devices, Macrobinoculars and Seeker Droid, which unlock valuable rewards and additional story-driven missions.

Are you ready to earn valuable rewards for joining a guild? We’ve got great news! We’re excited to launch a new Guild Rewards Program which rewards player participation in guilds with in-game bonuses and benefits.

In this initial phase, players earn an additional 5% Guild XP Bonus for all experience gained while playing in a guild. So whether you’re already in a guild or are looking to join or create one, jump in now to take advantage of this bonus!

New action-packed group combat awaits you in the new Level 55 Operation: Legions of Scum and Villainy, now live with Game Update 2.0: Scum and Villainy! Watch this video to see the vicious enemies you’ll face on the planet Darvannis, where your actions will determine the fate of the galaxy! Plus, see some of the unique new rewards available to players through the Legacy Achievements system.

The Early Access* period for the Digital Expansion: Rise of the Hutt Cartel has begun today, April 9th, and will end on Sunday, April 14th! As you may remember, Early Access is available to all players that pre-ordered Rise of the Hutt Cartel on or before January 7, 2013. If you qualify for Early Access, you should receive an email notifying you that you can now log in and play the Digital Expansion. To start the download, simply log in to the game and click Play.

Beginning, today, April 2, 2013, logging in to the game or website will require your Display Name. Email addresses are no longer accepted; your Display Name is the only accepted option.

In case you forgot your Display Name, simply:

Game Update 2.1: Dance of the Hutts is coming in late April, allowing players to experience brand new in-game content, including a new PvP area and a new mount!

We’re thrilled to announce the launch date of Sunday, April 14, 2013, for the release of the first Digital Expansion: Rise of the Hutt Cartel. Introducing five new levels of gameplay and the vibrant new planet of Makeb, Rise of the Hutt Cartel will be available for download beginning April 14 or for players who qualify for Early Access*, beginning April 9. To start the download, simply log in to the game and click Play.

Please be aware that beginning on April 2, 2013, logging in to the game or website will require your Display Name. Email addresses will no longer be accepted; your Display Name will be the only accepted option.

This new change to the log in procedure is being implemented for several reasons. This change increases the security of our game authentication system, which helps continue to keep the game protected from many security threats including account takeovers.

In case you do not know your Display Name, simply: