Why the Star Wars Sequel Trilogy Should Have Its Own Battlefront Game

The Star Wars sequel trilogy definitely has its fair share of fans and critics. While it’s often noted that The Force Awakens felt a bit too much like a tribute, The Last Jedi seemed a little disconnected in hindsight, and The Rise of Skywalker struggled to satisfy everyone, it’s not fair to dismiss the entire trilogy outright.

Much like the not-so-loved prequels surprised us, the sequels also have their dramatic highlights that fans will cherish for years to come. Think about Rey and Kylo’s dramatic showdown on Starkiller Base, or the touching final scenes between Luke Skywalker and Leia, not to mention Lando Calrissian’s grand return. These are just some reasons why the sequel trilogy holds a special place and should be embraced, not ignored. With this in mind, it’s the perfect opportunity to delve deeper into this era, perhaps starting with a fresh Star Wars Battlefront game.

### There’s Still a Lot Fans Don’t Know About The First Order

The story of the Galactic Civil War and the rise and fall of the Empire, as revealed through countless books, comics, games, and spin-offs, has been beaten into our heads ever since Return of the Jedi wrapped up the original series back in 1983. These stories have deepened our understanding of the Empire’s journey and the downfall of the Jedi Order and the Galactic Republic.

However, that same depth of exploration hasn’t been extended to the sequel trilogy. By the time The Force Awakens kicks off, the First Order is fully formed, somehow wielding an enormous superweapon that dwarfs the first Death Star, and the New Republic seems blissfully unaware or indifferent to its existence, leading Leia Organa to form a small Resistance squad to take on this new enemy. This is essentially all the background given in the movies.

While Kylo Ren’s descent into the Dark Side and Poe Dameron’s heroic evolution have been highlighted in comics and novels, the overarching narrative is far from fully told, leaving broad strokes of the story blurred and often under-appreciated in the larger Star Wars universe.

### A New Star Wars Battlefront Could Fill in Those Gaps

This is where a new Star Wars Battlefront game could truly shine, offering much-needed context and filling in the gaps left in the sequel trilogy. EA’s previous venture, Star Wars Battlefront 2, only lightly touched on the initial formation of the New Republic and the Resistance.

Imagine a new Battlefront game centered around the sequel trilogy that properly unravels the saga between the Resistance and First Order. Fans could gain insights into key events, from the humble beginnings of both factions to their epic clashes, and see how these events led up to the galaxy-shaking moments of The Force Awakens and subsequent films. Such a game could imbue this relatively young Star Wars chapter with the rich detail and appreciation it deserves, particularly for those who aren’t digging through the entire library of Star Wars lore in comics and novels.