When ex-developers of the Star Wars MMO announce a new studio under NetEase Games, players express mixed reactions. Some are tired of hearing about former employees of big companies creating new studios, which often fails to produce quality games. Others defend NetEase, pointing out the studio’s successful management of Naraka Bladepoint with frequent content updates, no pay-to-win elements, and responsive developers.
The nostalgia is real, as some fans share links to similar fan projects that bring back the classic 2003 MMORPG Star Wars Galaxies. Some express excitement about a new Star Wars MMO, while others joke about the potential impact on their relationships.
“I want the Star Wars Galaxies servers back,” one player writes.
“What’s the best way to break up with your girlfriend? Announce a new Star Wars MMO,” quips another.
“I’m actually excited for this,” one player responds.
“I’m more worried about what it’ll do to my relationship with my wife,” another user writes.
“I miss Meridian 59,” one player writes, reflecting on the MMO that preceded Star Wars Galaxies.
“I’m in if they have a decent mmorpg pet system,” another user responds.
Others discuss different MMOs from the past, sharing memories and experiences.
Some users express distrust of NetEase based on their reputation for pay-to-win mechanics and gacha systems on Chinese and Korean MMOs.
“NetEase will probably do a Star Wars Battlefront 2 with this,” one user writes, referencing the loot box controversy that plagued Star Wars Battlefront 2.
“NetEase has a pretty bad reputation with f2p games,” another user responds.
“I’m cautiously optimistic but I just don’t trust Chinese publishers,” another user writes.
For more comments and discussion, check out the original thread on the official Star Wars Battlefront subreddit.
