By George & Josh Bate
April is shaping up to be the best month of 2025 for Star Wars fans. Not only does the ultimate fan event Star Wars Celebration kick off this month in Japan, but 6 new episodes of Andor and a host of new video games and books (+ the theatrical re-release of Revenge of the Sith) also release this month. Below includes a list and description of upcoming Star Wars projects in the month of April 2025. It is important to note that all of these release dates are subject to change.
April 1 – The High Republic: Into the Light
As The High Republic Publishing Imitative nears its end, veteran Star Wars author Claudia Gray delivers a new young adult novel this April.
The publisher’s summary for The High Republic: Into the Light is as follows: “The New York Times best-selling series is coming to an epic conclusion—witness the beginning of the end!
As several crises all hurtle toward their thrilling and shocking conclusions, fan-favorite Jedi Knights and Padawans must band together to save the galaxy from the Nihil, the Nameless, and perhaps worst of all, a mysterious blight that turns everything in its path to dust and is seemingly impossible to stop.”
April 1 – LEGO Star Wars Character Encyclopedia Updated Edition
The fourth edition of the LEGO Star Wars Character Encyclopedia from DK Publishing releases this April.
The publisher’s summary is as follows: “Meet more than 200 minifigures from the LEGO Star Wars galaxy!
DK’s LEGO Star Wars Character Encyclopedia Updated Edition is packed with all the latest and new LEGO Star Wars minifigures! Meet amazing minifigures from all the Star Wars movies and TV shows, including new minifigures from The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, and The Bad Batch, as well as new variants of classic characters and fan favorites from the Skywalker Saga.
Discover incredible LEGO Star Wars facts, such as which minifigures are rare and which minifigures have exclusive printings, parts, and accessories. This updated edition contains more than 200 best-loved minifigures, including Darth Vader, Chewbacca, R2-D2, Rey, Grogu, the Mandalorian (Din Djarin), Ahsoka Tano, and much more. The book also comes with an exclusive LEGO Star Wars minifigure!”
April 2 – Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch: Ghost Agents 2
Clone Force 99 return to action in the second issue of this Dark Horse Comics series from writer Michael Moreci and artists Reese Hannigan, Elisabetta D’Amico, and Michael Atiyeh,
The publisher’s summary is as follows: “The Bad Batch race bounty hunter Embo to recover stolen intelligence that could compromise Republic spies everywhere! Their mission brings them face-to-face with the nefarious Pyke Syndicate, a notorious gang of spice smugglers that poses a serious threat to the clones. Will the Bad Batch escape with their lives before Embo flees with the intel? The Republic war effort depends on it!”
April 8 – The High Republic: The Edge of Balance: Premonition
Star Wars meets manga in the latest volume of The High Republic: The Edge of Balance. Written by Daniel José Older and illustrated by Haining, this Viz Media release features Yoda and Marchion Ro.
The publisher’s summary is as follows: “A massive, interconnected cross-publisher initiative focused on an all-new era of Star Wars storytelling.
The galaxy has been plunged into darkness as the fearsome Nihil continue their destructive advance from the Outer Rim!
As brave Jedi Knights fight to protect the Jedi Temple on Banchii in the battle against the Nihil, Jedi Master Yoda must find a way to protect the younglings who call the planet home. But the fearsome Marchion Ro, the Eye of the Nihil, has other plans for the Jedi Master, as he unleashes his most terrifying weapon against the champions of justice yet…”
April 9 – Jedi Knights 2
The second issue of this prequel-era comic series from writer Marc Guggenheim and artists Madibek Musabekov and Luis Guerrero hits comic stores this April.
The publisher’s summary for Jedi Knights 2 is as follows: “YODA AND VETNA MOONCREST FACE THE TYRANNY OF ATHA PRIME!
The JEDI face a new threat on a strange, fantastic and mysterious world…
But the planet’s surface ruler has a dark secret he wants hidden from the REPUBLIC!
The first story featuring a never-released Kenner action figure…ATHA PRIME!”
April 9 – Star Wars (1977) 1 Facsimile Edition [Reprint]
The very first Star Wars comic from 1977 is reprinted this month (with the original art, panels, and ads!).
April 15 – A New Hope: A Collector’s Classic Board Book
Comics legend Howard Chaykin and Abrams Books team up for a new picture book adapting the events of A New Hope.
The publisher’s summary is as follows: “Star Wars: A New Hope (A Collector’s Classic Board Book) is an epic retelling of the iconic film for Star Wars fans of all ages, with liftable gatefolds and classic art from award-winning comics legend Howard Chaykin.
Follow the adventures of your favorite characters during some of the most memorable moments in Star Wars history. Return to the beginning of the Skywalker saga, when Luke Skywalker leaves his home planet of Tatooine and teams up with Han Solo and Princess Leia. As Luke begins to learn the ways of the Jedi, he and his new friends embark on an epic adventure to destroy the Death Star and save the galaxy from the evil Empire.
With art from comics legend Howard Chaykin, beautiful gatefolds, and a cinematic feel, this collector’s board book is the perfect gift no matter your generation, for both lifelong Star Wars fans and the littlest Padawans.”
April 16 – Legacy of Vader 3
Charles Soule and Luke Ross continue to peel back the layers of Kylo Ren’s psyche in this new comic series.
The publisher’s summary for the third issue of Legacy of Vader is as follows: “KYLO REN — PRISONER ON TATOOINE! KYLO REN has been imprisoned by the ruthless GARDULLA THE HUTT! The young tyrant must survive the harsh conditions of his grandfather DARTH VADER’S homeworld! And who is the mysterious FORCE USER in Gardulla’s employ?”
April 16 – The High Republic Adventures 17
The 17th issue of Dark Horse comics’ The High Republic Adventures written by Daniel José Older and illustrated by Harvey Tolibao debuts this month.
The publisher’s summary is as follows: “As Battle of Eriadu continues, the leader of the resistance, Jedi Knight Farzala Tarabal is faced with an impossible decision: risk the lives of his friends, or forfeit their chances of defeating the Nihil. It’s a dilemma that sees Farzala descend to a dark place, only to discover a surprising confidant.”
April 17 – Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on PlayStation 5
Not exactly Star Wars, but Star Wars-adjacent given the Lucasfilm association, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is released on PS5 this month! The video game from Bethesda Softworks received rave reviews when it was released on PC and Xbox in late 2024, and now PS5 users can see what the hype is all about.
April 18 – Star Wars Celebration Japan – Day 1
The first day of Star Wars Celebration Japan features panels about The Mandalorian & Grogu, Lucasfilm Animation, Light & Magic Season 2, and Lucasfilm Publishing.
Check out the full Star Wars Celebration Japan schedule here.
April 19 – Star Wars Celebration Japan – Day 2
Day 2 of Celebration Japan features two big panels: Andor and Ahsoka. In addition, “The Siege of Mandalore” arc from The Clone Wars will be screened and a new Star Wars turn-based tactics game will be revealed.
April 20 – Star Wars Celebration Japan – Day 3
The third and final day of Celebration Japan will feature a first look at Visions Volume 3 + panels from Disney Imagineering and ILM.
April 22 – Andor Season 2 – Episodes 1-3
Cassian Andor, Mon Mothma, Luthen Rael, and company return as the highly anticipated second season of Andor premieres on Disney+. Each week will see the release of 3 episodes, which creator Tony Gilroy has described as episode blocks. Stay tuned to The HoloFiles and Star Wars Holocron each week for reviews, analyses, and easter egg breakdowns.
April 22 – The High Republic: The Edge of Balance, Vol. 4
More High Republic stories this month as writers Shima Shinya and Daniel José Older and artist Mizuki Sakakibara deliver the fourth volume of The High Republic; The Edge of Balance.
The publisher’s summary is as follows: “A massive, interconnected cross-publisher initiative focused on an all-new era of Star Wars storytelling.
It is a dark and dangerous time for the galaxy, and the Jedi of the High Republic must face their greatest trials yet…
Despite barely surviving a vicious battle against the Nihil and the Nameless, Jedi Knight Lily Tora-Asi knows the battle to protect the Jedi Temple on Banchii and the people of that frontier world is far from over.
With an even more fearsome army headed their way, led by the infamous Nihil scientist Baron Boolan, Lily must trust her allies and dig deep to face their biggest challenge yet!
As Lily and her friends try to rebuild their defenses in time, Master Sav Malagán and Master Arkoff vow to rescue their comrades taken by the Nihil. Sav will have to look within her past to find the only person that can possibly help…”
April 22 – Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures – Echoes of Fear (trade paperback)
All four issues of George Mann and Dark Horse Comics’ The High Republic Adventures: Echoes of Fear comic series are collected in this new trade paperback.
The publisher’s summary is as follows: “A pair of Jedi investigate the strange and powerful Echo Stones in the hopes of defeating the Nameless. What they discover is a legendary story that spans the galaxy’s history!
When Jedi Knight Reath Silas and Jedi Padawan Amadeo Azzazzo are charged with delving into the Jedi Archives to learn more about the mysterious Echo Stones, they’re not expecting to find themselves starting out on a dangerous quest that will eventually see them going after one of the stones themselves, in the form of the mystical Rod of Ages.
But first, they must learn everything they can about the origin of these strange stones and their Force-amplifying ability, leading them to uncover three epic tales from the annals of galactic history.”
April 22 – Star Wars Insider 231
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Revenge of the Sith with the latest issue of Star Wars Insider. Plus enjoy a new High Republic story, a behind the scenes look at in-galaxy reference books, and interviews with Visions executive producer James Waugh and ILM artists.
April 25 – Theatrical re-release of Revenge of the Sith
“This is where the fun begins.”
Twenty years after its initial release, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith returns to theaters. For the first time ever, fans will also have the chance to catch the film in 4DX, the immersive movie-watching format involving motion seats.
April 29 – Andor Season 2 – Episodes 4-6
The second block of Andor Season 2 episodes also premieres this April on Disney+.
April 29 – Star Wars: Crimson Reign Omnibus
Those who missed the Crimson Reign comic crossover event can catch up with this new omnibus from Marvel Comics, which collects issues 1-5 of Crimson Reign, issues 19-25 of Star Wars, issues 18-24 of Bounty Hunters, issues 18-24 of Darth Vader, and issues 16-21 of Doctor Aphra.
The publisher’s summary is as follows: “The full saga of the smash hit crossover event CRIMSON REIGN unites the rebels, rogues and renegades of Star Wars!
The criminal organization known as the Crimson Dawn has risen — but what is their goal, and how do they plan to achieve it? When Lady Qi’ra sends two killers — the relentless, Force-blinded Ochi of Bestoon and the mysterious, unstoppable Deathstick — to do what they do best, how will the Rebel Alliance and the Empire react to this new galactic power player?As Darth Vader hunts for anyone connected to Crimson Dawn, Luke Skywalker seeks the next step on his path to becoming a Jedi Master — and, as ever, Doctor Aphra looks to take advantage of the chaos. But with the galaxy teetering on the brink of an all-out crime war, an elite squad of bounty hunters is running out of time to save the one young girl who can stop the conflict!”
April 29 – Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Phase III — Crash Zone
This new trade paperback compiles three one-shots from The High Republic Adventures.
The publisher’s summary is as follows: “Alys “Crash” Ongwa and her crew—Fezzonk, Svi’no, 10-K8, Ruu, and Baynoo—are the fiercest bunch of Nihil hunters in the Galaxy, and they’re searching for the ne’er do wells who plunged the planet Corellia into chaos. No villains escape these brave allies unscathed!
But when Crash’s mission leads her to the notorious Nihil commander Krix Kamerat, she chooses to join forces with her enemy in the hopes of catching Marchion Ro—the nefarious mastermind responsible for the galaxy’s suffering. It’s a difficult choice, and one that puts Crash at odds with her friends and family. Will Crash follow her road of revenge to the bitter end, or choose a more peaceful path for the sake of her loved ones?
Also collected in this volume is the 2025 Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Phase III Annual: an anthology story featuring fan-favorite heroes and villains from throughout the High Republic saga!”
April 29 – Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy: Updated and Expanded
Amy Ratcliffe writes this updated and expanded edition of the 2018 Women of the Galaxy book, which features a foreword from Kathleen Kennedy.
The publisher’s summary is as follows: “Now in paperback, fully revised and updated with characters from Disney+ shows including The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, and The Acolyte, as well as The High Republic, Jedi:Fallen Order, and more, this is the essential celebration of the powerful female characters of Star Wars.
They are heroes and villains, Sith and Jedi, senators and scoundrels, mothers, mercenaries, artists, and pilots. The women of the Star Wars galaxy drive its stories and saga forward at every level. This beautifully illustrated, fully authorized book profiles fascinating Star Wars women from across films, fiction, comics, animation, and games. Each character is explored through key story beats, fresh insights, and behind-the-scenes details by author Amy Ratcliffe. Also showcasing more than 125 illustrations by a dynamic range of female and non-binary artists, here is an inspiring celebration of the Star Wars characters that help create a galaxy far, far away.
NEW CHARACTERS, UPDATES THROUGHOUT: This new edition adds 15+ new characters and updates the 75 characters included in the hardcover edition, expanding key profiles such as Rey, Leia, and Ahsoka.
NEW ARTWORK: Each new character is featured in a new full-page illustration by a female or nonbinary artist. Expanded profiles will also include new artwork.
AN INVITATION FOR EXPLORATION: Delivering character profiles that act as introductions but are also rich with detail and insight, this is a fresh way to dive into Star Wars lore through the lens of characters whose stories may span multiple media, and go deeper into the stories of beloved characters.
CHARACTERS FROM ACROSS THE GALAXY AND MEDIA (BOOKS, COMICS, TV, GAMES, FILMS): Leia Organa, Rey, Ahsoka Tano, Fennec Shand, Kay Vess, Jyn Erso, Bo-Katan Kryze, Osha and Mae, Padmé Amidala, Avar Kriss, Maz Kanata, Doctor Aphra, and many more…”
April 29 – This is Rey
Initially scheduled for release back in 2021, this new Level 1 World of Reading young readers book by Emeli Juhlin will focus on Rey Skywalker.
The publisher’s summary is as follows: “This Level 1 early reader with stickers introduces young fans and reluctant readers to Rey, one of the galaxy’s greatest heroes from the Star Wars saga and features a fun new illustration style from the celebrated Galaxy of Adventures animation shorts (with over 3 million views on the Star Wars Kids YouTube channel). Padawans learning to read will love this fresh take on a format parents know and trust.”
April 30 – Hyperspace Stories — Codebreaker 1
A new comic series starring Poe Dameron debuts this month! The comic is written by Ethan Sacks and illustrated by Marc Yarza, Jose Marzan Jr., and Nicola Righi.
The publisher’s summary for the debut issue is as follows: “Poe Dameron, ace Resistance pilot, and his droid companion BB-8 are sent to investigate a piece of First Order tech used to decode Resistance messages. Standing between them and their objective is an infamous TIE fighter pilot. Can Poe out-fly his enemy, or will the mission go down in flames before it begins?
Poe and BB-8 are back for an all-new adventure!
Celebrate the 10-year anniversary of The Force Awakens!
Four issue series.”
April 30 – The High Republic – Fear of the Jedi 3
Cavan Scott and Marika Cresta’s dramatic High Republic comic series continues this April with its third issue.
The publisher’s summary is as follows: “BLOCKADE OVER ERIADU!
Lines are drawn as KEEVE TRENNIS’ STORMWALL DEFENSE FLEET joins the fight against the NIHIL.
Can Keeve remain true to the Light as she leads her team into battle?
Meanwhile, heartbreak is relived as the past catches up with one of LOURNA DEE’S crew.”
April 30 – The High Republic Adventures Phase III – The Battle of Eriadu
A new one-shot comic from writer Alyssa Wong and illustrators Elisa Romboli and Michael Atiyeh releases this April.
The publisher’s summary is as follows: “Two estranged friends find themselves on opposing sides of the Battle of Eriadu. Jedi Padawan Gavi fights for light and life, while Driggit Parse sits at the right hand of the villainous Warden. When the two finally meet again after Driggit’s betrayal, it’s on the front lines. Can their old friendship be salvaged amidst a war?
Award-winning writer Alyssa Wong, the author of Doctor Aphra, The High Republic: Escape from Valo, and other fan-favorite Star Wars titles, returns to the High Republic Adventures series!”
April 30 – The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation 3
The first two issues of the comic book adaptation of The Rise of Skywalker have breathed new life into the final installment of the Skywalker Saga, and we anticipate the same will be true with the third issue.
From writer Jody Houser and illustrator Will Sliney, the publisher’s summary is as follows: “THE FUTURE OF THE GALAXY LIES IN THE WRECKAGE OF THE DEATH STAR!
REY’s mysterious origins finally revealed!
How will POE, FINN and CHEWBACCA escape the clutches of the FIRST ORDER and the ruthless GENERAL HUX?
An epic clash between Rey and KYLO REN begins here, in the shadow of the Death Star!”
For reference, a condensed list of upcoming Star Wars projects in April 2025 without descriptions is included below:
April 1 – The High Republic: Into the Light
April 1 – LEGO Star Wars Character Encyclopedia Updated Edition
April 2 – Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch: Ghost Agents 2
April 8 – The High Republic: The Edge of Balance: Premonition
April 9 – Jedi Knights 2
April 9 – Star Wars (1977) 1 Facsimile Edition [Reprint]
April 15 – A New Hope: A Collector’s Classic Board Book
April 16 – Legacy of Vader 3
April 16 – The High Republic Adventures (2023) 17
Apriil 17 – Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on PlayStation 5
April 18 – Celebration Japan – Day 1
April 19 – Celebration Japan – Day 2
April 20 – Celebration Japan – Day 3
April 22 – Andor Season 2 – Episodes 1-3
April 22 – The High Republic: The Edge of Balance, Vol. 4
April 22 – Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures – Echoes of Fear (trade paperback)
April 22 – Star Wars Insider 231
April 25 – Theatrical re-release of Revenge of the Sith
April 29 – Andor Season 2 – Episodes 4-6
April 29 – Star Wars: Crimson Reign Omnibus
April 29 – Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures Phase III — Crash Zone
April 29 – Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy: Updated and Expanded
April 29 – This is Rey
April 30 – Hyperspace Stories — Codebreaker 1
April 30 – The High Republic – Fear of the Jedi 3
April 30 – The High Republic Adventures Phase III – The Battle of Eriadu
April 30 – The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation 3