The XCOM-like Star Wars tactics game Star Wars Zero Company has seen its release date emerge from an industry leak just before its official spotlight. This single-player turn-based title, which puts players in command of a mercenary squad during the Clone Wars, is shaping up to deliver tense tactical battles infused with authentic Star Wars lore and memorable characters. The early reveal adds extra anticipation to an already intriguing project from seasoned developers.
According to billbil-kun at Dealabs, the game will be released for the PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on August 27. This information comes as part of a broader set of details that have surfaced prior to official announcements. The leak provides a clear window into when players can expect to dive into this new adventure, generating significant buzz within the gaming community.
More information about Star Wars Zero Company is scheduled to appear during the Summer Game Fest showcase tomorrow. The title will launch with a Standard Edition priced at $49.99, available in both physical and digital formats. A Deluxe Edition will also be offered at $59.99, though it remains digital-only, with its specific contents still unconfirmed and reportedly excluding any form of early access for buyers.
Star Wars Zero Company comes from a talented team of developers with strong pedigrees in the genre and franchise. XCOM veterans at Bit Reactor are leading the project, supported by staff from Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order at Respawn Entertainment, with EA serving as the publisher. An available trailer highlights the game's setting amid the Star Wars saga's Clone Wars era, focusing on the missions of a specialized mercenary unit that includes a lightsaber user and a Mandalorian warrior among its ranks.
What is Star Wars Zero Company about?
According to the official description, "Command an elite squad through a gritty and authentic story in Star Wars Zero Company, a single-player turn-based tactics game developed by Bit Reactor in collaboration with Respawn Entertainment and Lucasfilm Games." Set in the twilight of the Clone Wars, players will step into the shoes of Hawks, a former Republic officer who leads Zero Company — an unconventional outfit of professionals for hire hailing from across the galaxy.
"Hawks and Zero Company are recruited for an operation that pits them against an emerging threat that will consume the galaxy if left unchecked. To succeed, Hawks will lead a team of uneasy allies who must set aside their differences to overcome nearly impossible odds."
You can watch the official announcement trailer below:
The late August release for Star Wars Zero Company gives it a strong window to stand out before the busy fall gaming season. Arriving after Summer Game Fest, the timing should help the title build early momentum and attract Star Wars fans looking for fresh tactical gameplay.
