Xbox makes old Star Wars available, A New Hope returns to theaters on February, new products and partnerships announced for Star Wars 50th Anniversary.
Star Wars 50th anniversary preparations begin
At this point, it’s no secret that 2027 marks 50 years of Star Wars. As part of this celebration, many brands have started to announce special items or collaborations. Some brands already revealed some of their products, while others only announced their collaboration.
LEGO
First, we have LEGO who have just revealed the first seven anniversary sets. The movie poster of A New Hope, the Darth Vader 2-in-1 wall art, and the Stormtrooper Concept Art Helmet are the most unique of the bunch.
Hasbro
Hasbro revealed Vintage Collection figures of Arleil Schous ($20), Darth Vader ($20), a Stormtrooper ($20), R2-D2 ($20) and a 4-pack that includes Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa, Han Solo and Chewbacca ($85). All of these items are expected to ship on April, 2027.
As its usual with Hasbro, a Vintage Collection announcement also comes with the respective Black Series reveal. The first four figures of the 50th Anniversary are Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, R2-D2 and a Stormtrooper. All priced at $30 and expected to ship on February, 2027.
M&Ms
M&Ms also revealed a collaboration with a Darth Vader helmet made with just chocolates. Their official post only says “Not too long from now, in a galaxy not at all far away.” A proper reveal will likely happen in the upcoming weeks.
Steinway & Sons
The iconic piano brand shared a teaser of their collaboration with Star Wars for the 50th Anniversary. Their X (Twitter) post lasts only 13 seconds and lack any music. All it says is “Coming Soon to a Galaxy Near You…” A Steinway & Sons piano costs many thousands of dollars so it’s unlikely that most of us will be able to afford something like this. Nonetheless, I’m very curious to see what they come up with!
Aston Martin
Yes, even the iconic English company behind some of the most beautiful and classiest cars in the world is also collaborating with Star Wars. Sadly, they only mentioned tthat further details will be announced in early 2027. At least we won’t have to wait that much.
A New Hope Returns to theaters
On February 19, we’ll be able to watch a restored version of the original Star Wars (1977) in theaters. The film will be released in digital and film formats, including IMAX 70mm, Digital IMAX, 4DX and D-BOX, with the presentation including an added celebratory logo in advance of the film featuring a newly orchestrated score by John Williams.
Lucasfilm will release new documentary
On May the 4th (Star Wars Day), Lucasfilm will release a brand new documentary, The Hero Awakens, from acclaimed filmmaker R.J. Cutler, available exclusively to watch on Disney+.
Detailing the making of Star Wars, this film features archival footage and audio captured during and around the making of A New Hope 1977.
The Hero Awakens is produced by Lucasfilm, Cutler and This Machine – a part of Sony Pictures Television, and Kennedy Marshall.
Old Star Wars games are now available on Xbox
Xbox added 25 old games to their catalog as part of their Backward Compatibility program. Price varies depending on your location, but each game is around $10. Among these games, we have:
- KOTOR
- KOTOR II
- Republic Commando
- Episode III Revenge of the Sith
- Clone Wars
- Starfighter
- Jedi Starfighter
- Battlefront
- Battlefront II
- Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy
- Jedi Knight: Jedi Outcast
The book of Boba Fett #5 (of 7)
This issue features the appearance of Din Djarin, or what many of us call it, The Mandalorian Season 2.5. He continues his training to master the Darksaber which ends up in a duel against Paz Vizsla. Shortly after that, he heads to Tatooine to repair his ship. Release date: November 11, 2026.
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