Shatterpoint 2025 Update – Major Unit Reworks Land
Atomic Mass Games has just published a major balance update for Star Wars: Shatterpoint, shaking up more than 30 units as part of their ongoing effort to keep the game healthy, diverse, and exciting.
This May 2025 transmission marks the biggest revision to the game’s core unit roster since launch, with a mix of glow-ups for older characters and targeted adjustments to newer additions.
📢 All updated unit and stance cards are available as free downloads from Atomic Mass Games' official site »
🔧 Key Highlights from the Update
General Anakin Skywalker
Gains a new ranged attack and sees tweaks to “I’m Going to End This” for greater flexibility. His rework helps him feel more dynamic without overshadowing others.
Ahsoka Tano, Jedi No More
Now has a new reactive ability (“You’ll Find I Have Many Qualities for You to Dislike”), a slightly improved Expertise chart, and a clearer version of “Fierce Protector.” Her playstyle stays intact but gains much-needed resilience.
Asajj Ventress, Sith Assassin
Receives only minor changes, preserving her role as a high-risk, high-reward duelist while smoothing some rough edges.
Additional units across the Clone Wars and Galactic Civil War eras have seen changes, many intended to bring underused options back into regular rotation.
This update reflects AMG’s long-term balance philosophy — updating in waves rather than piecemeal — and positions the game well going into its second anniversary.
🏆 Community Reactions: Winners & Losers
Matt Bronson at The Fifth Trooper has already weighed in with a “Winners and Losers” breakdown, highlighting some of the more impactful changes.
He calls Anakin’s rework “a complete glow-up,” credits Ahsoka’s adjustments as solid (if slightly conservative), and points out that some reworks may still leave players underwhelmed — or wondering why their favorites were passed over entirely.
🧠 It’s a great companion read if you want a community-first perspective:
Read “Winners & Losers of the Shatterpoint May Update” on The Fifth Trooper »
🎙️ Developer Insights: Michael Plummer on Shatterpoint's Design Philosophy
In a recent interview with The Fifth Trooper, Michael Plummer, Game Development Manager at Atomic Mass Games, shared insights into the design philosophy behind Shatterpoint. He emphasized the game's focus on action-driven, character-centric gameplay with a "Saturday morning cartoon" vibe. Plummer highlighted how each unit is designed to reflect the personality and story arc of its character, aiming to create a thematic and engaging experience for players.
He also discussed the development of new missions, noting that while the core objective control remains consistent, the team experiments with different formats to keep gameplay fresh and exciting. Plummer's insights provide a deeper understanding of the thoughtful design choices shaping the game's evolution.
🧠 For more on Plummer's design insights:
Read the full interview on The Fifth Trooper »
📥 Get the New Cards & Stay Updated
Atomic Mass Games has provided updated PDFs for every affected unit and stance — all available for free:
👉 Click here for the full official update and downloads
Whether you're returning to the game or adjusting your roster, this is a great moment to re-evaluate your strike teams and get ready for a refreshed meta.
🎲 What Do You Think?
I actually picked Shatterpoint back up at Adepticon this year after selling it before my move — and this update has me excited to dive back in.
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