The official website has posted a brand new Developer Dispatch Entitled: Music of The Old Republic. The emotional experience of Star Wars™ comes to life in new music created exclusively for The Old Republic™. From soft melodies that ring in the forest of Alderaan to the magnificent booming of a battle scene on Ord Mantell, a talented team of composers, musicians and developers came together to create a magical score for the game. Watch Developer Dispatch: Music of The Old Republic to see what goes into weaving the familiar Star Wars riffs with a new original score. And learn how music impacts the thrilling moments in video games as well as movies.

Check out the Video from the Dev. Team:

What a great Dispatch this is. We will add this release to our Dispatches Section soon. You can check out the official news article here.

The official website has posted a brand new Developer Blog Entitled: Sounds of The Old Republic. Audio Producer Orion Kellogg discusses the power of sound in our latest Developer Blog. "Sound is 50 percent of the moviegoing experience, and I've always believed audiences are moved and excited by what they hear in my movies at least as much as by what they see.” – George Lucas When you consider the legacy of Star Wars™, what you hear has indeed moved and excited its fans: the orchestral score, the Cantina music, Chewie’s roar, and the pew-pew of a blaster rifle instantly take us to a galaxy far, far away. Developing sound for Star Wars™: The Old Republic™ requires that we bring together the talents of dialogue writers, cinematic designers, voice-over actors, musicians, engineers, and production teams at both LucasArts and BioWare. It’s our job to create an audio experience that enhances the emotional experience of the game and reaches the quality level expected of the Star Wars franchise. As fans and as game makers, we’re excited and privileged to breathe life into every planet, every weapon, and every creature that beeps, squawks, or just plain talks…and it’s not as easy as it, er, sounds.

This is a great blog. We will add this release to our Blog Section soon. You can read it on the official site here.

Check out the seventh issue of the Star Wars: The Old Republic online comic, Blood of the Empire. BioWare and LucasArts have once again teamed up with Dark Horse to create this original comic series published entirely online. Blood of the Empire features a new perspective and strong character-driven story written by BioWare’s Senior Writer Alexander Freed and published by Dark Horse. Act 1: Shades of the Sith: Issue 7: In the seventh issue of Blood of the Empire™, Teneb Kel finds himself beaten and bloodied in the aftermath of the Lenico colony's destruction. Trapped on a strange planet, he must draw upon the ancient Sith arts in order to ensure his survival--and to learn the secrets he needs to resume his vendetta against Exal Kressh.

Check out this clip of the comic: Act 1: Shades of the Sith: Issue 7:

We have added this issue to our galleries, you can read it here, or read the official release here.

Official game testing has started. Everyone should make sure their information is current and up to date on the official site. Here's the official announcement:Game Testing for Star Wars™: The Old Republic™ is underway! Those selected to test will gain access to the game and be able to provide valuable feedback to help us tune particular areas of gameplay and begin the process of balancing and tweaking our content. Game Testing is an on-going process being rolled out in several phases. These phases began with smaller, more focused tests with community members from North America, and later will expand to other territories. Users selected for the test program will be notified via email with more information on accessing the Game Testing Portal. If you’ve not been chosen yet, you may be selected in the next wave!

If you haven’t signed up already, it’s definitely not too late! If you’re not already a member of the Star Wars: The Old Republic community, click here to become one today! Be sure to check the box to indicate you are interested in becoming a tester. If you’re already a member, go to the Game Testing Portal here to begin the sign up process. Note that you must be at least 18 years of age to accept the Game Tester Agreement. Please keep in mind that there are no guarantees that you will be selected once you have completed the sign-up process. For more information about testing Star Wars: The Old Republic, take time to read the Game Testing FAQ here.

We’re looking forward to your help in making Star Wars: The Old Republic a success!

Sounds great doesn't it.

Comic-Con is starting soon also. Here's the quote from the official site: Comic-Con International is coming to San Diego, California! Get connected with Star Wars™: The Old Republic™ at several booths as well as at the “Beyond Solo: Crafting the Multiplayer Story” panel taking place during the event. And don’t forget, Friday, July 23rd is Star Wars™ Day! Arrive dressed as your favorite class or character from The Old Republic to show your support!

Check out the sixth issue of the Star Wars: The Old Republic online comic, Blood of the Empire. BioWare and LucasArts have once again teamed up with Dark Horse to create this original comic series published entirely online. Blood of the Empire features a new perspective and strong character-driven story written by BioWare’s Senior Writer Alexander Freed and published by Dark Horse. Act 1: Shades of the Sith: Issue 6: In the sixth issue of Blood of the Empire™, Teneb Kel fights for his life as Lenico Colony Blue collapses around him. The Emperor's apprentice has proven vastly more powerful than anyone realized--it will take all Teneb's skills and resources to survive, let alone complete his mission. But can he rely on his closest ally in his moment of need, or will he face betrayal?

Check out this clip of the comic: Act 1: Shades of the Sith: Issue 6:

We have added this issue to our galleries, you can read it here, or read the official release here.

We have the final wrap up of this years E3 2010 for Starwars: The Old Republic. This has been a great E3 for the release of much wanted "new" information about The Old Republic. We have War Zones, pvp team vs. team combat. Playable species, playable non-human species. Armor Progression, every class has a wide variety available. Player Ships, everyone gets a starship, can you believe it. Great news. G4tv 30 minute interview, this is a great interview, if you haven't seen this yet, you need to check out the whole set of videos. And last, but definately not least we have the newest outstanding cinematic trailer entitled: "Hope". Wow what agreat follow up to the first official cinematic trailer.

Lets start with War Zones. For all of us that love pvp we have War Zones. Quote: War Zones are specifically tailored for team versus team combat, and players will experience fierce battles between the Republic and Empire, evoking memories of the famous Star Wars ground conflicts.

Check out this Image from the Dev. Team:

Next we have Playable Species. I have been waiting for more on this subject. Quote: The Ratattaki was the first non-human species we announced in The Old Republic and we showed them being played as butt-kicking Bounty Hunters. Today we are revealing that as a stealthy Imperial Agent you can choose to be a Chiss and as a charming Smuggler you can choose to be a Twi’lek.

Check out this image from the Dev. Team:

Moving on we have Armor Progression. This video is great. Quote: We know that character progression in a key element of MMOs and part of making a player feel heroic is making them look heroic. Every class has a wide variety of armor and equipment available to them that can be worn in various combinations.

Now we have Player Ships. This is great info release for many. Quote: Yes, it's the announcement you've been waiting for: There are starships in the Old Republic and everybody gets one. Smuggler ships, Trooper ships, Imperial Agent ships, Bounty Hunter ships, Jedi ships and Sith ships. They're all in The Old Republic and they're all awesome.

This is the link to the 30 minute video interview from G4TV.com. If we get the videos put up on the official site, I will post them here, until then just click the link to watch the videos here.

And finally the latest Cinematic Trailer for The Old Republic "Hope", what an outstanding video this is. Enjoy:

You can head over and check out the official article with the all the new information from E3 here.