Star Wars: Commander gets a new competitive multiplayer mode

It may not be May the 4th anymore, but we’re not done getting new Star Wars content.

The mobile Star Wars game Commander is getting a new multiplayer mode today called Squad Wars. It allows groups of players to compete against another squad as each side tries to capture bases. New content can keep players engaged (and more likely to spend money on a free-to-play game). Commander is currently the #178 ranked game on the iOS app store, according to App Annie.

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“Squad Wars adds a new twist to competitive team-based strategic combat with the introduction of Factory Outposts which give squads advantages when captured and held,” a press release from Disney Interactive noted. “With this factor included in the brand new squad-based gameplay, squads will need to choose between attacking enemy bases to disable uplinks or conquering outposts to gain tactical advantages that provide offensive and defensive gameplay buffs.”

The mode takes place on the volcanic planet Sullust — a now location for the game — but it will also become available on existing locations Hoth and Yavin 4.

Star Wars: Commander is available for iOS and Android.