SWG:Rebellion Development Roadmap
Posted: Mon Oct 06, 2025 1:53 pm
SWG:Rebellion Development Roadmap
With an empire deviced, and a new hope dead, only Rebellion remains! Below is our current development roadmap outlining the key milestones for bringing back the authentic pre-NGE Star Wars Galaxies experience.
Last Updated: November 2025
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Phase 1: Core Systems Overhaul - COMPLETE ✓
Roadmap System Removal - COMPLETE ✓
We have successfully removed the NGE-era roadmap system from both the server and client code. This system was a core part of the simplified class-based progression and didn't align with our pre-NGE vision.
Completed:
The skill templates have been overhauled to support true pre-NGE style character progression.
Completed:
Now conducting thorough testing of Phase 1 changes to ensure stability.
Current Focus:
Phase 2: Server Stability & Performance
Server Infrastructure - PLANNED
Ensuring stable, reliable server performance for our community.
Focus Areas:
Client Modifications - PLANNED
Updating the client to work seamlessly with our pre-NGE server changes.
Tasks:
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Phase 3: Content & Balance
Profession Balance - FUTURE
Once the skill system is fully tested, we'll focus on balancing all professions for fair and engaging gameplay.
Areas:
Content Restoration - FUTURE
Bringing back classic content that was altered or removed during the NGE transition.
Target: Q4 2026 - Q1 2027
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Phase 4: Community Testing
Alpha Testing - FUTURE
Limited testing with core community members to identify critical issues.
Target: Q1 2027
Beta Testing - FUTURE
Broader community testing phase with regular wipes and feedback cycles.
Target: Q2-Q3 2027
Public Launch - FUTURE
Official server launch for the community.
Target: TBD (Based on testing results)
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How You Can Help
Right Now:
Important Notes
This roadmap is subject to change based on:
This is a community-driven project. Your feedback, testing, and patience are essential to making SWG:Rebellion a reality.
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May the Force be with us all,
The SWG:Rebellion Development Team
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Discussion: What features are most important to you? What should we prioritize? Let us know in the replies below!
With an empire deviced, and a new hope dead, only Rebellion remains! Below is our current development roadmap outlining the key milestones for bringing back the authentic pre-NGE Star Wars Galaxies experience.
Last Updated: November 2025
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Phase 1: Core Systems Overhaul - COMPLETE ✓
Roadmap System Removal - COMPLETE ✓
We have successfully removed the NGE-era roadmap system from both the server and client code. This system was a core part of the simplified class-based progression and didn't align with our pre-NGE vision.
Completed:
- ✓ Removed roadmap UI elements from client
- ✓ Stripped roadmap logic from server code
- ✓ Cleaned up database dependencies
- ✓ Character progression working without roadmap
The skill templates have been overhauled to support true pre-NGE style character progression.
Completed:
- ✓ Restored full skill tree complexity
- ✓ Removed profession restrictions
- ✓ Enabled hybrid builds
- ✓ Balanced skill point allocation (250 points)
Now conducting thorough testing of Phase 1 changes to ensure stability.
Current Focus:
- Community bug reports and fixes
- Skill system edge case testing
- Character creation flow validation
- Server stability monitoring
Phase 2: Server Stability & Performance
Server Infrastructure - PLANNED
Ensuring stable, reliable server performance for our community.
Focus Areas:
- Database optimization
- Memory leak fixes
- Connection stability
- Load balancing for multiple zones
Client Modifications - PLANNED
Updating the client to work seamlessly with our pre-NGE server changes.
Tasks:
- UI restoration for removed features
- Network protocol adjustments
- Performance improvements
- Bug fixes for modern operating systems
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Phase 3: Content & Balance
Profession Balance - FUTURE
Once the skill system is fully tested, we'll focus on balancing all professions for fair and engaging gameplay.
Areas:
- Combat balance (PvE and PvP)
- Crafting economy
- Entertainer mechanics
- Trader viability
Content Restoration - FUTURE
Bringing back classic content that was altered or removed during the NGE transition.
Target: Q4 2026 - Q1 2027
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Phase 4: Community Testing
Alpha Testing - FUTURE
Limited testing with core community members to identify critical issues.
Target: Q1 2027
Beta Testing - FUTURE
Broader community testing phase with regular wipes and feedback cycles.
Target: Q2-Q3 2027
Public Launch - FUTURE
Official server launch for the community.
Target: TBD (Based on testing results)
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How You Can Help
Right Now:
- Report bugs using our Bug Reports forum
- Submit ideas in Feature Requests
- Join development discussions
- Help test Phase 1 changes
- Watch this forum for regular progress updates
- Visit our portal at swg-rebellion.com
- Join our Discord for real-time discussions
Important Notes
This roadmap is subject to change based on:
- Technical challenges discovered during development
- Community feedback and priorities
- Resource availability
- Testing outcomes
This is a community-driven project. Your feedback, testing, and patience are essential to making SWG:Rebellion a reality.
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May the Force be with us all,
The SWG:Rebellion Development Team
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Discussion: What features are most important to you? What should we prioritize? Let us know in the replies below!