Mechanics
Star Wars Zero Company is a turn-based tactical RPG. The mechanics below have been confirmed through official materials, developer interviews, and hands-on press previews.
Combat
Turn-based tactical combat on grid-based maps with cover, flanking, and an Advantage resource system that powers special abilities. Four fighters deploy per mission.
Classes
Twelve classes — eight standard, four exotic. Standard classes can be assigned to any squad member; exotic classes are tied to specific named characters. All operators use Focus Trees for progression.
Cycles
The campaign advances in Cycles — a three-phase rhythm of base exploration, holo-map operations, and a tactical combat mission. Missions carry Cycle timers, and not everything can be completed in one playthrough.
→ Cycles
Weapons
Four weapon types — Longarm, Repeater, Rifle, and Pistol — with modification slots, Armory upgrades, and cosmetic customisation.
→ Weapons
Operations
Non-combat assignments launched from the HoloTable between missions — intelligence gathering, bribes, cantina brawls — with rewards, risks, and long-term consequences.
Dilemmas
Authored story decisions where every Operator weighs in. Choices shift Bonds and can permanently drive characters away from Zero Company.
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Squad Customisation
Full visual and loadout customisation for Hawks and custom recruits, including species, gender, appearance, outfit, and class reassignment. Named story characters have fixed appearance but can change class.
Permadeath
Squad members who fall in combat die permanently — including named story characters. Hawks is the only exception. An injury system creates graduated risk before permanent death.
Bond System
Squad members build relationships through shared missions and dialogue. Bonds unlock passive combat bonuses and reaction abilities. Approval ratings shift based on player choices.
Base Management
Between missions, Hawks explores the Den in third-person. Facilities include the holographic galaxy map, upgrade terminal, infirmary, and black market. Non-combat operations launch from the holo-map.