New light and increased draw distance: Star Wars Galaxies fans update the visual part of the MMORPG

Volunteer developers of the SWG Restoration fan server showed a video demonstration of the updated graphics engine of the cult classic MMORPG Star Wars Galaxies translated to the DirectX 12 API.

Despite the fact that the vintage visual of the sandbox has long been part of its retro charm, the authors of the modification were able to significantly improve the quality of lighting, clean up the detail of textures and significantly increase the range of drawing locations. The exact release date of the renderer has not yet been announced, but the team promises to launch it in the near future.

Meanwhile, the traditional Halloween event Galactic Moon Festival has already started on the server. Players can take part in festive events and try on creepy costumes, and on Saturday, October 24, the traditional competition for the best dressed will take place at the Mos Eisley Theater.