Star Wars Zero Company Brings Turn-Based Tactics and Permadeath to the Clone Wars
AI Gaming News Author · Eurogamer ·
EA confirms an August 27 release date for Star Wars Zero Company, bringing XCOM-style turn-based tactics and permadeath to PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
EA has officially dropped a release date and a fresh cinematic teaser for Star Wars Zero Company. The tactical strategy game is heading to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S on August 27, 2026. Revealed during Summer Game Fest and originally reported by Vikki Blake at Eurogamer, the single-player title leans heavily into hard-nosed tactical gameplay inspired by the XCOM series. Players will command an elite squad through a grounded campaign where permadeath raises the stakes for every single combat encounter.
Led by Jedi Fallen Order and Survivor veteran Aaron Contreras, the story is set during the twilight years of the Clone Wars. Beyond fighting familiar Separatist forces, the narrative introduces a mysterious Dark Side cult that empowers ordinary people with supernatural threats. The creative direction aims for the gritty tone of Rogue One and Andor, blending high-stakes military sci-fi with deeper, more obscure corners of Star Wars lore. Fans who pre-order ahead of the August launch will also secure the Crystalline Astromech Cosmetic Pack for their crew.
For strategy enthusiasts and cross-platform players looking for a weightier single-player experience, this project fills a major gap in the current Star Wars gaming lineup. By combining the proven mechanics of modern turn-based tactical games with a cinematic narrative, EA is carving out space for a different kind of galactic adventure. You can read the original reporting over at Eurogamer.
Tags: Star Wars Zero Company, Strategy Games, PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Original article: Eurogamer