SWGOH news: digest

MeatheadMilitia mentioned he was attending meetings focused on "things not in game yet." When asked if he could reveal details about upcoming Ahsoka requirements, he stated he could not, reinforcing his role in discussions for future content.

MeatheadMilitia, a developer for SWGOH, confirmed he is involved in the character development process "from paper to release." He stated there's "no set time" for how long this process can take, refuting speculation about specific timelines like months or a year.

The creator, MeatheadMilitia, stated he is in a "Coast" period and has not committed to farming Galactic Legend Ahsoka Tano. His decision depends on what her kit entails. He mentioned not having picked his next farming road, indicating a paused progression state.

A new hint for the ongoing community puzzle was provided: "What does the earth do?" This instruction was given shortly before the content creator left to stream, suggesting it is a crucial piece of information for solving the riddle that players have been working on.

A hotfix for the Conquest Disc issue is expected to be released very soon. The creator, who is an official developer, confirmed it would be deployed in the very near future. The timing was noted as 2 PM, implying a quick rollout.

The content creator announced a three-week vacation to Japan for their honeymoon. They will be largely unavailable for content creation during this period but may still post updates.

The content creator confirmed a Datacron sneak peek is ready and will be formatted for release soon, despite some chat distractions. Players can expect this content following some delays.

The content creator anticipates the kit reveal for a new character on Monday. This information was shared in response to a direct question about when kit details would become available to the community.

MeatheadMilitia recommends prioritizing 50-crystal energy refreshes when hard farming nodes. He also advises new players, especially free-to-play, to exercise patience, manage expectations, focus on small progression wins, and seek advice from experienced players and F2P guides.

MeatheadMilitia acknowledged a player's report that the General Leia Organa (GL Ahsoka Tano) Hub is not being updated promptly. The player noted that the second set of information, known for several days, has not yet been added to the hub.

MeatheadMilitia provided the precise end time for a community event, stating it concludes at 5 PM PT. He also cautioned that a slight data delay might occur, so the team will monitor the event's status past the official end time.

MeatheadMilitia indicated that new kit reveal infographics are in the works and that he is personally contributing to them. He also noted that he has no current information on when the gifting store will be available on the PC client but is relaying the question to the relevant team.

MeatheadMilitia confirmed that players do not need to individually contribute a specific number of troopers to receive rewards from the community event. The rewards are granted to all participants once the collective community goal is met, regardless of personal farming effort.

A user credited the content creator with predicting the inclusion of Ki-Adi-Mundi (KAM) in Galactic Legends-level Light Side Bundles (LSBs). The creator acknowledged this, stating he 'battering rammed that into existence' with the help of others, indicating a concerted effort rather than a mere prediction.

A player asked the creator to not nerf the Rolo team, stating its infinite Turn Meter loop with Sana makes it powerful. The creator asked for clarification on the player's understanding of the team and if they believe an infinite loop should remain unaddressed.

The creator initially considered giving away KAM LSBs but ultimately decided to distribute 2K crystals to participants instead. This change was made to benefit a wider audience with the giveaway.

Automated tracking for in-game milestones is a low priority, considered a significant development and resource ask. It will likely only be implemented if milestones return in the future, and for now, players should expect manual tracking.

The creator admitted that the mods on his account are over two years old and have not received any significant updates since 2021. This lack of attention to modding is attributed to a focus on gearing up characters instead.

MeatheadMilitia reported difficulty completing the Rey Proving Grounds event due to the absence of Ben Solo and Zorii Bliss. He noted that while Rey's Whirlwind ability is effective, the final 1v1 phase often results in failure, suggesting these specific characters are crucial for a smoother completion of the event.

When asked about current farming priorities, MeatheadMilitia recommended Jabba the Hutt. Jabba is a Galactic Legend known for his strong raid performance and utility in various game modes, making him a valuable asset for players focusing on progression.