Character Modernization Updates on the PTS Now!

News Date: March 28, 2025 Patch: 7.6.1 News Source

Once again we’re heading back to the PTS to check out changes to the Character Modernization efforts that have been ongoing since last November. The biggest focus on this turn will be to address the huge neckline seam that’s been more apparent on the new textures. Check below for Jackies Official post on whats being tackled this time around.

Hey everyone!

The Public Test Server is now open! As stated in the PTS article that was released, this iteration of Character Modernization updates will have two main focuses:

  • Face smoothing. This will apply to Human, Cyborg, Miraluka, Mirialan, Togruta, both Zabrak versions, and Chiss.
    • Note on Chiss characters: this does not address the splotchy skin textures
  • Neckline seam improvements for female and male player characters

This means that players will not see changes with the following issues:

  • Splotchiness textures on vibrant colored skin such as Chiss characters
  • Minor geometry issues in areas such as around ears
  • Parity between character models shown in the preview window and in-game

The team is still working on these improvements and updates. We will communicate when these updates are ready to be released.

Important notes for this round of PTS

  • We will keep the PTS open for Character Modernization review/testing until April 3rd.
  • Once PTS closes, we will prepare to reopen the server with Relentless Replication Master Mode. The exact day and time on when this content will be released is TBD.
  • Seeing additional updates to Character Modernization when we release RR Master Mode will be dependent on feedback received and when we can implement changes.

Known Issues

  • Players will continue to see neckline seam issues with some companion characters

Please use this thread to provide feedback on your characters. We are particularly interested in feedback for the neckline seams for male characters.

If you do report a bug in the thread, we ask that you include your character sliders in your comment.
If this is your first time playing content on the PTS, read this post to learn how to get started!

If you’re using Steam, you can download the PTS here!

And that’s it for now! The links above in Jackie’s post should be preserved, but if you’d like our own guide on the PTS, check it out below:

How to Download & Play on the SWTOR PTS (Public Test Server)