SWG Weekender

A private Star Wars Galaxies server based on the SWGEMU codebase

Experience the classic SWG gameplay on our weekend-focused community server

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SWG Weekender Screenshot

Server Features

Weekend-Focused Gaming

A server designed for casual players who primarily play on weekends, with activity peaks and special events during weekend hours.

Community-Driven

Built on the SWGEMU codebase with customizations based on player feedback and community suggestions.

Regular Updates

Benefit from both SWGEMU core updates and our own custom enhancements to improve gameplay experience.

Custom Launcher

Our specialized launcher makes connecting to the server easy with automatic updates and optimized settings.

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Windows

Latest Version: 2.5.0

Release Date: May 4, 2025

Size: ~500 MB

Release Notes (v2.5.0)

  • Added on-demand file downloads from S3
  • Implemented file verification and integrity checks
  • Added download progress tracking with pause/resume functionality
  • Updated UI with space background and improved visuals
  • Fixed various bugs and improved performance

Previous Versions

System Requirements

Minimum

  • OS: Windows 7 SP1 or newer
  • Processor: Dual Core 2.0 GHz
  • Memory: 2 GB RAM
  • Graphics: DirectX 9.0c compatible with 256 MB
  • Storage: 5 GB available space
  • Internet: Broadband connection

Recommended

  • OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
  • Processor: Quad Core 2.5 GHz
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: DirectX 11 compatible with 1 GB
  • Storage: 10 GB available space (SSD preferred)
  • Internet: High-speed broadband connection

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SWG Weekender?

SWG Weekender is a private server for Star Wars Galaxies running on the SWGEMU codebase. As the name suggests, it's designed for players who primarily have time to play on weekends, with peak activity and special events scheduled during weekend hours.

How do I join the SWG Weekender server?

Download our custom launcher from the download section above, run it, and follow the on-screen instructions. The launcher will guide you through setting up your game directory and connecting to our server.

What makes SWG Weekender different from other SWGEMU servers?

Our server focuses on providing a quality experience for weekend players with a balanced economy, regular weekend events, and community-driven development. We maintain the core SWGEMU experience while adding quality-of-life improvements.

Do I need to download all game files at once?

No! With our launcher's on-demand download feature, you can download only the essential files needed to start playing. Additional files will be downloaded as needed during gameplay.

How often is the server updated?

We regularly merge updates from the main SWGEMU codebase and deploy our own enhancements based on community feedback. Major updates are typically announced on our Discord and GitHub repository.