Palpatine's plan to destroy the Jedi Order and seize power across the galaxy has succeeded. No the Emperor of the Galactic Empire, Palpatine continues his efforts to form Darth Vader into his loyal and worthy apprentice. The Jedi who survived Order 66 are in hiding, are on the run, or have been turned to the dark side to work as Jedi-hunting Inquisitors.

While crime syndicates grow in power, individuals like Saw Gerrera, Enfys Nest and Hera Syndulla lead groups willing to risk it all to fight for the freedom of others. As Palpatine's grip over the galaxy increases, rebels such as Jyn Erso, Ezra Bridger, Mon Mothma and Ahsoka Tano take stands against the Empire, refusing to give up the one thing that keeps them going... Hope...