Star Wars: Squadrons gameplay shows ship classes, combat, modes and more at EA Play Live

Star Wars Squadrons Gameplay (Image credit: EA (screenshot))

What you need to know

EA Motive is developing Star Wars: Squadrons, a 5v5 title about being an Imperial or New Republic pilot.
During EA Play Live, gameplay for Star Wars: Squadrons was unveiled.
Star Wars: Squadrons is set to release on October 2, 2020.

During EA Play Live, new Star Wars: Squadrons gameplay was revealed. You can take a look at the gameplay trailer below:

In addition to giving a look at the game in action, we also got an idea of the different ship classes: Fighters, Intercepters, Support ships and Bombers. There's also two distinct multiplayer modes: Dogfight and Fleet Battles.

Star Wars: Squadrons is set to release on October 2 for Xbox One, PS4 and PC. It supports full cross-play, as well as VR on PS4 and PC.

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Star Wars: Squadrons

5v5, Empire vs New Republic

Star Wars: Squadrons places players in Vanguard Squadron or Titan Squadron with vicious dogfights and a variety of different starships. It's even got full cross-play, so you can play with your friends no matter where you buy it.

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