Recent reports indicate that Lucasfilm is seeking development partners for the next installment in the Star Wars: Battlefront series and has reached out to several studios to gauge their interest. DICE and Bungie have been listed as candidates, but the project has not yet been officially confirmed or entered actual development.
This news reportedly originated from Quarterman, a pseudonymous columnist at Electronic Gaming Monthly, and was later mentioned by Jeff Grubb on his Game Mess Mornings show. Current information only suggests that Lucasfilm is evaluating potential partners, and it remains uncertain which studio will develop Star Wars: Battlefront III.
DICE was responsible for the two modern Star Wars: Battlefront titles released in 2015 and 2017, so their renewed involvement signifies a continuation of the existing partnership. Sony-owned Bungie has primarily focused on the Destiny series and Marathon over the past decade, making its inclusion as a candidate somewhat surprising.
Related reports also link this search for a partner to the significant return of players to Star Wars: Battlefront II, which once climbed to the top of the PS4 sales charts. Lucasfilm, EA, and Bungie have not commented on the matter; even if discussions are taking place, negotiations may still be in very early stages.