The massively multiplayer online game Star Wars: The Old Republic is expanding its free-to-play option this fall, Electronic Arts and studio BioWare announced.

Players will get access to all eight classes up to level 50, the publisher said in a statement. Full access to the game can be acquired through a subscription plan or individual purchases.

To pull new people into SWTOR, Electronic Arts will offer the game for $14.99 starting in August. The price includes a one-month subscription.

"Players want flexibility and choice," says Matthew Bromberg, general manager of BioWare's Austin studio, in a statement. "The subscription-only model presented a major barrier for a lot of people who wanted to become part of The Old Republic universe."

Earlier this year, BioWare started offering a free trial for the Star Wars MMO, allowing players to explore up to level 15.