"Star Wars Zero Company" has been released and received a score of 86 on Metacritic

On August 27, 2026, the tactical game *Star Wars: Zero Company*, developed by Bit Reactor and published by EA, was released. The game, which fans have long dubbed “Star Wars XCOM,” has already received high praise from critics—scoring 86 on Metacritic.

The game transports players to the twilight of the Clone Wars. The protagonist is Hawks, a mercenary tasked with assembling an elite squad called “Zero Company” to carry out a secret mission. His teammates include the clone stormtrooper Trick, the Jedi Padawan Tel-Rea Vocoss, the Mandalorian Clay Kullervo, and others.

Key features:

• Turn-based tactics in the style of XCOM, with unique abilities for each operative
• The “Lair” system—a base where you can level up characters, purchase weapon upgrades, and heal the wounded
• A holographic table for selecting missions: story missions, side missions, and reconnaissance operations
• Moral choices that affect the story and relationships within the squad
• Location exploration: dialogues with NPCs, collecting evidence, and binary decisions

Star Wars Zero Company is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The developers at Bit Reaster promise that it’s “much more than just Star Wars XCOM.” High ratings from critics confirm that this is one of the best tactical games of the year.