What to play while we wait?
Here are three games to help pass the time while waiting for Zero Company.
(Not really.)
XCOM 2
The obvious choice. A lot of the developers at Bit Reactor previously worked on this game, and the influence is pretty clear.
Permadeath, Skill trees,Highly customizable operatives, A constant sense of urgency and desperation
If you're looking for something that captures the tactical side of Zero Company, this is probably the closest match.
Star Wars: Republic Commando
An older pick, I'll admit, but it's a great game.
It features a darker tone, is set during the Clone Wars, and offers a surprisingly fun arcade-style squad command system.
The story is simple, concise, and doesn't overstay its welcome. Despite its age, it still holds up remarkably well.
Star Wars Jedi (EA) Games
Not particularly tactical, but they share some of the storytelling that I think we'll see in Zero Company.
They explore the rise of the Empire, and references to the Clone Wars are everywhere.
From a gameplay perspective, especially in Jedi: Survivor, It is an absolute joy to play.
And if you've completely run out of things to do...
Watch Andor.
It's basically a masterpiece.