Some news so far:
Some information on the game - AP
From the above article, (thanks to Gamespot for the overview)
- Multiplayer battles for up to 40 players pitting the Rebel Alliance against the Galactic Empire
- Locations such as Endor, Hoth, Taooine, and Sullust
- Playable characters include Darth Vader and Boba Fett
- Players can traverse the game on foot or speeder bikes, or even an AT-AT
- You can even fly TIE Fighters, X-Wings, or the Millennium Falcon
- Will offer a free DLC level called "Battle of Jakku" due to launch in early December. This content is based on the upcoming movie, Star Wars Episode VII - The Force Awakens
Game set for release on November 17th 2015.