Bioware has revealed details on the Bounty Hunter, the first character class of its upcoming MMO, Star Wars: The Old Republic

Sporting familiar Boba Fett-style armour, Bounty Hunters are adept at using a wide selection of high-tech weaponry, and appear to be a counter-class to Jedi Knights.

"Bounty Hunters are renowned for their versatility on the battlefield and their ability to go toe-to-toe with force-users," reads Bioware's description. "Their legendary abilities in this arena have earned them the nickname “Jedi Killers”. Whoever they must face, however, the Bounty Hunter comes armed with the most-advanced weaponry on the black market, packing heavy firepower but always keeping a variety of tricks and gadgets ready to go."

Although the Bounty Hunter is the first officially confirmed class for Old Republic, Jedi and Sith Lord classes have been indirectly confirmed.

Star Wars: The Old Republic has yet to receive an official release date, and is currently only confirmed for PC.

Check the official site for more info.