EA had problems with Star Wars Battlefront ΙΙ right from the start. Players complained about the horrible amount of Credits needed to get characters so you could progress and of course the overwhelming loot crates that gave to much power to the players that bought them.
However, today EA announced major changes coming to the titles progression system, as well as several other adjustments. This update is set to be released on March 21st. EA stated that since launch, their team was “hard at work making changes based on your feedback to create a better game for all our players.”
The progression system is now linear, so Star Cards or any other item that impacts gameplay, can only be earned through playing and can no longer be purchased. Instead, you’ll earn experience points for classes hero characters, and ships you use during multiplayer. Upon earning enough points to level a unit, you’ll get a Skill Point which can be used to unlock or upgrade the eligible Star Card you’d like to equip.
EA was very clear that everything you’ve worked towards to unlock, you’ll be able to keep. This update is not taking away any Star Cards, heroes, weapons, etc.
Loot crates are no longer available for purchase. That’s right. You can only earn loot crates by logging in daily, completing Milestones and through timed challenges. Crates will now contain Credits or cosmetic items, as there will be no Star Cards (or anything that impacts gameplay) inside them after this update.
In April, you’ll be able to get appearances directly through in-game Credits or Crystals. The first new appearances are coming soon, so you can grab new looks for heroes and troopers by using in-game Credits or Crystals (available to purchase in-game and through first-party stores).
EA ended their announcement saying they will also be bringing new modes to Star Wars Battlefront ΙΙ in the coming months. Balance patches are also in the works, so expect those in the coming weeks/months.
Source: EA
