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Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection Releases New Update

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The latest update to Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection fixes several bugs that have been plaguing the game since its release.

The update to Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection on Steam has been made available on all console versions of the game. Players on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S can now update to the latest version of Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection.

Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection was released by Aspyr on March 14. It includes both Star Wars Battlefront (Classic) and Star Wars Battlefront 2, with both games featuring bonus content. Following much criticism and feedback, the developer released a patch update less than one week after release. Update 1 to Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection was released for the Steam version of the game on March 19. As of March 29, it is now available on consoles as well.

Aspyr announced that Update 1 is now available for consoles, along with the same notes of what was fixed first in the Steam version. Notable bug fixes for gameplay include better visibility of control options, such as inverting the Y-Axis. The update also fixes some map display problems, like a small white cube that appeared in front of some openable doors. Issues related to audio, including a rare crash occurrence, were addressed as well. The patch also fixes minor issues with Kit Fisto and Asajj Ventress when they are chosen as characters in Hero Assault in Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection.

Since its release, there has been considerable criticism directed toward the game. There is still controversy over Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection using a fan-made mod for its bonus content. Reviews for the game continue to trend mediocre, but Update 1 is meant to assuage many of these critiques in order to give players a better gaming experience.

Although early reviews have generally not been kind, many players continue to find entertainment value in this updated collection of games. Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection’s updated graphics have been one source of positive feedback. Several graphics bugs are addressed and fixed in Update 1 as well. In particular, many visual interactive aspects of the player menus are addressed.

The update should rouse some player interest in Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection. Aspyr commented that players should expect a better experience in multiplayer across all consoles. There have been significant changes made behind the scenes regarding dedicated servers. The developer also promises Update 2 will be in the near future for Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection.

Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection Update 1 Patch Notes

Multiplayer

  • [BF2] Fixed a crash related to client message sends.
  • [BF2] Fixed the launch prompt to be present after timing out or selecting cancel while joining a server.
  • [BF1][BF2] Fixed password-locked games to no longer appear via the Quick Match option.

Control Schemes

  • [BF1] Fixed a crash when entering the split screen menu in BF1 where Player 1 would incorrectly be assigned to Player 2.
  • [BF2] Fixed a crash that would occur when attempting to build fleets while using Mouse and Keyboard in Galactic Conquest on BF2.
  • [BF2] Fixed bonuses to be able to be highlighted in the Bonus Selection screen in Galactic Conquest.
  • [BF1][BF2] Fixed Invert Y-Axis option to be visible.
  • [BF1][BF2] Fixed the options for Flip X-Axis and Swap LS and RS to be unhidden
  • [BF1][BF2] Fixed split screen games to be able to be started when only one controller is connected.

Visuals

  • [BF1] Fixed an issue where the ‘L’ button prompt would overlap the top arrow on the Instant Action menu.
  • [BF1] Fixed an issue in multiplayer mode where AI units would slide when not in direct sight of a human player.
  • [BF2] Fixed an issue where the zoom-in scope crosshair image would not appropriately fit widescreen displays.
  • [BF2] Fixed an issue where hit VFX and hit character animations could not be seen by clients in Hero Assault mode. (long range).
  • [BF2] Fixed textures on Utapau map.
  • [BF2] Fixed an issue on the Kamino map in BF2 where the lights and bloom VFX within were not displaying properly.
  • [BF2] Fixed an issue on the Endor: Bunker map in BF2 where a tree was clipping up through the middle of a walkway.
  • [BF2] Fixed an issue where a seam in the skybox was visible on some maps in Battlefront 2.
  • [BF2] Fixed an issue on the Naboo map in BF2 where the railing texture was missing.
  • [BF2] Fixed an issue on Space maps in BF2 where a small white cube was present at the base of all openable doors on Republic, CIS, and Rebel capital ships.
  • [BF2] Fixed an issue on the Galactic Conquest screen in BF2 where a player’s name and their credit count would be overlapped by bonus boxes on the Bonus tab.
  • [BF2] Fixed an issue where the ESC menu would stay on the screen if it was opened at the end of a match.
  • [BF2] Fixed an issue in Galactic Conquest where the hilt from the lightsaber icon would not show the Leader bonus.
  • [BF2] Fixed units sliding after respawn on XL maps.
  • [BF2] Fixed the jetpack gauge to correctly align.
  • [BF2][Split screen] Fixed the ammo counter reticle to fit inside the aiming reticle.
  • [BF1][BF2] The colorblind mode selection screen no longer overlaps with the text at the bottom of the screen.
  • Fixed the Quit and Register Your Game buttons to align correctly.

Hero Assault

  • Re-Balanced Asajj Ventress’ abilities
  • Fixed Kit Fisto lightsaber to animate.
  • Fixed Kit Fisto’s Force power to no longer remain stuck to the client in multiplayer.

Audio

  • [BF1][Audio] Fixed the Battlefront 1 loading screen sounds.
  • [BF2] Fixed a crash that occurred when an audio output device was disconnected.
  • [BF2] Fixed the music to play on several maps in the Hero Assault mode.
  • [BF2] Fixed blaster SFX for certain Hero characters’ weapons to play at the correct volume.
  • [BF1][BF2] Fixed an issue where the audio outputs would reverse.

Other Notable Bug Fixes

  • [BF1] Fixed the soft locks upon finishing the game at the Victory screen.
  • [BF1] Fixed a bridge in Bespin: Cloud City to allow a Droideka to roll on it.
  • [BF2] Fixed Naboo Area 3’s respawn blocker.
  • [BF2] Fixed collision issues affecting multiple maps.
  • [BF2] Fixed the Assault gamemode to be present in the Mode section of the Pick Search Options menu.
  • [BF2] Fixed the reinforcements to correctly deduct 1 reinforcement when the Republic or Rebels die on Death Star.
  • [BF2] Fixed the Map and Mode settings reset button.
  • [BF1][BF2] Fixed the “Load Fail” error that occurred when loading a profile.

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