Frequently Asked Questions
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Game Basics
What Zero Company is, when it launched, and what platforms it supports.
What is STAR WARS Zero Company?
A single-player turn-based tactics game from Bit Reactor (XCOM veterans), set in the aftermath of the Clone Wars. No multiplayer — you command Zero Company through a 30–40 hour campaign.
When was Zero Company released?
August 27, 2026 on PC (Steam / Epic / EA), PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S — a full release with no early-access phase.
Is Zero Company like XCOM?
Yes, with a twist. The XCOM-style cover and Overwatch systems are there, but hit percentages are replaced by guaranteed damage plus an Advantage economy that rewards aggressive positioning.
Is Zero Company on Nintendo Switch 2?
No — the game launched on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S only. No Switch 2 version has been announced.
Is Zero Company on Game Pass?
Not at launch. EA Play Pro subscribers do get it on PC; the standard game is $49.99 (Deluxe Edition $59.99).
What was the pre-order bonus?
The Crystalline Astromech Cosmetic Pack — crystal-finished R3 and R4/R5 droids plus a new BR-1 unit, for the squad's droid slots.
Platforms & Performance
Engine, PC settings, and what to expect on each platform.
What engine does STAR WARS Zero Company run on?
Unreal Engine 5, as confirmed by the publisher and developers at Bit Reactor.
How do I fix PC crashing or performance issues in Zero Company?
Most launch-window crashing reports stem from DirectX 12 shader compilation timeouts or aggressive GPU overclocks. To stabilize performance: (1) update to game-ready GPU drivers, (2) switch upscaling to DLSS Quality or TSR 70%, and (3) verify game file integrity via Steam or EA app.
Is Zero Company playable on Steam Deck?
Not comfortably. Early community benchmarks measured 11–25 FPS at the lowest settings with TSR at 25%. Valve has not officially verified it, and rpgsite rated it unplayable in the launch window.
Does Zero Company have PS5 Pro enhancements?
Yes — PS5 Pro uses dedicated performance / quality modes. Early reporting noted pre-rendered cutscenes stutter on both PC and PS5 Pro, while turn-based gameplay ran fine.
Why do cutscenes stutter in Zero Company?
The pre-rendered sequences at 60 FPS were flagged by IGN's review for stutter on PC and PS5 Pro at launch. Bit Reactor has not yet shipped a specific fix; we will update this page when one lands.
What FPS can I expect with the recommended specs?
The official recommendation targets 1440p at 60 FPS on High with an RTX 3080 or RX 7800 XT. Turn-based scenes hold that comfortably; dense battleships and cutscenes are the heaviest load.
Campaign & Length
How long a playthrough takes and what affects it.
How long is Star Wars Zero Company?
Bit Reactor officially estimates 30–40 hours for the main campaign. IGN's review playthrough clocked about 35 hours on Normal. 100% completion requires a second Expert run for the Legend achievement — 60+ hours in practice.
Is Zero Company longer than XCOM?
Comparable. A first XCOM 2 campaign runs 30–40 hours as well, though Zero Company condenses more story into its missions.
How long to beat Zero Company on Expert?
Expert roughly matches Normal in length but demands better positioning — expect 35–45 hours for a careful playthrough, plus retries on the final missions.
Do optional missions matter for completion time?
Yes. The Active Duty achievement needs 50 optional missions completed, so a 100% run is dominated by companion and skirmish content, not the story itself.
Reviews & Reception
Critic scores, how it compares to XCOM, and whether to buy.
What is the Metacritic score for Star Wars Zero Company?
86 / 100 on PC at the launch window, one of the strongest tactical-game debuts of the year.
What is the OpenCritic score for Zero Company?
Zero Company holds an 85 Top Critic Average on OpenCritic, with an 89% Critics Recommend rating.
Is Star Wars Zero Company good?
Yes — IGN awarded it 9/10 with an Editors' Choice badge, calling it an excellent tactical game. Steam users and Steam Charts show solid player engagement (76% Mixed on Steam reviews), mostly divided over launch performance and pacing.
How does Zero Company compare to XCOM?
Zero Company uses XCOM-style turn-based tactics (flanking, cover, overwatch) but replaces hit percentages with guaranteed damage and an Advantage economy. Reviews consistently describe it as XCOM's combat, streamlined and Star Wars-flavored.
When was the review embargo lifted?
Reviews went live on 2026-08-26, the day before launch. IGN's score was based on the PC version.
Is Zero Company worth buying?
For turn-based tactics fans, yes — the $49.99 campaign runs 30–40 hours and reviews praise the combat. See our how-long-to-beat page for the time commitment before you buy.
Classes & Builds
Specializations, loadouts, and the best starting choices.
Which class is best in Zero Company?
There is no single best class — the publisher's own guide builds each named Operator around their unique talent. For a first playthrough, Hawks as a Medic covers the most team needs, while Trick's Rocket Strike and Kabb's heavy loadout carry damage.
What is the best class for Hawks?
The official guide recommends Medic as Hawks' starter Specialization — Fearless Leader keeps the squad alive through permadeath-heavy fights — then Scout or Sharpshooter as the second unlock. See the full breakdown on the Hawks commander page.
What is the best weapon class?
Weapons trade damage for action-point economy: low-AP pistols pair with Quick Draw builds, rifles shine at mid range on Sharpshooters, and heavy weapons need Kabb-style tanks to stay planted.
What are Specializations?
Each Operator has a primary and a second Specialization unlocked later in the campaign (Medic, Scout, Sharpshooter, and so on). They determine the Focus Tree and which unique talents are reachable.
Is there a secret class in Zero Company?
There is no hidden or secret class. The full roster of Specializations is public — 8 standard plus 4 exotic — and any 'secret class' rumor is just an unannounced second Specialization unlock on a named Operator's progression path.
Bonds & Relationships
How the Bond system, Cross Training, and permadeath interact.
Does Zero Company have romance options?
No. Zero Company is a tactics game, not a BioWare RPG — there are no romance options or dating mechanics. The Bonds system is the closest thing: mechanical synergy pairings between Operators (like Hawks & Kabb, or Jae & Tel-Rea) that grow through deployment and Focus Points, unlocking Cross Training bonuses.
What does a high bond actually do?
Reaching higher bond tiers unlocks permanent Cross Training stat picks for the pair — Overwatch Damage for wall builds, Critical Chance for Gunslinger pairs, and so on. See the table above for the full confirmed list.
How does the Backup assist trigger with Bonds?
Bonded pairs trigger the 0-AP Backup assist attack more reliably when sharing Line of Sight. High-tier bonds also award bonus Advantage and crit multipliers whenever bonded pairs execute joint kills.
What happens to a bond when an Operator dies?
On permadeath difficulties, losing a bonded Operator ends the pair — the survivor keeps any permanent Cross Training picks they already earned. To rebuild, pair the survivor with a new Operator and spend Focus Points to grow the bond again.
Voice Cast
Who voices the squad and the guest stars.
Who voices Anakin Skywalker in Zero Company?
Matt Lanter, who voiced Anakin across Star Wars: The Clone Wars — the game is set just after that series, and his return was highlighted by the official announcement.
Who voices Trick in Zero Company?
Dee Bradley Baker, the voice of the clone troopers in The Clone Wars and The Bad Batch. Trick and the clone commandos share his signature clone voice.
Who is Runa in Zero Company?
Runa Blask is a non-combatant at The Den, voiced by Vic Michaelis. She's part of the base crew that reacts to your campaign choices.
Who voices the player character Hawks?
You can choose your Hawks voice: Jonathan Freeman (male) or Erica Luttrell (female).
Site & Contact
About this guide and how to reach the team.
Is [email protected] the official EA or Lucasfilm support address?
No. This is the contact address for this fan guide site only. For game support, refunds or account issues, contact EA Help directly through the official EA website.
How quickly do you reply?
Usually within 2–4 days. Corrections to published data are typically applied the same week they are reported.
Do you accept guest posts or paid links?
No. This is a non-commercial fan project — we do not host ads, sponsored content or paid link placements, and never will.
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