European launch pushed forward for SWTOR

Star Wars: The Old Republic was initially due to launch in December 22nd in Europe, two days after the United States release. However, developer BioWare has decided to push forward the date of the MMO.

The studio confirmed that the Star Wars: The Old Republic will now release on December 20th in European territories including the United Kingdom.

The news was unveiled by the Mass Effect creator during Comic Con, subsequently meaning it’ll now release simultaneously within North America, as well as Europe.

Thanks, Joystiq.