For a series that has been been a part of videogame culture for around 38 years theStar Wars,there aren’t that many truly greatStar Warstitles. Yet, the ones that are really good are considered true classics. It’s a series that is tailored made for videogames the music, the special effects, the epic battles in space or on the ground is something special when it’s done right in videogame form.
Taking inspiration from the FromSoftware titlesDark SoulsandSekiro: Shadows Died Twicedevelopers Respawn Entertainment has created a title that is worthy of theStar Warsname inStar Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. However, like all good games, the experience does come to an end but the fun doesn’t have to. Let’s take a look at ten games that players should love if they enjoyedFallen Order.
10Star Wars: Republic Commando
Star Wars: Republic Commandowas released on the PlayStation 3, Xbox and PC in 2005. The game was developed by LucasArts and its story was set during the climactic battle at the end ofStar Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones.
Republic Commandois a tactical first-person shooter that centers on the lead character Boss and his squadmates Scorch, Fixer and Sev. LikeRainbow Sixthe game allows the player to execute commands to the protagonist’s teammates in battle.
9The Surge I and II
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Orderhas been referred to as a something of a Souls-like game with its Metroidvania style levels and Mediation circles that function the same way as theDark SoulsBonfires.
Of course,Fallen Orderisn’t the only science fiction-based game to use theDark Soulsformula. Released in 2017 Deck 13’sThe Surgeis a brutally tough sci-fi Souls-like with its own unique atmosphere and target-based combat. The game’s fighting system lets players target their enemy’s limbs and dismember them with satisfying slow-motion finishers just likeFallen Order.
8Star Wars: Bounty Hunter
Star Wars: Bounty Hunterwas released in 2002 for the PlayStation 2 and GameCube but was released again in 2015 on the PlayStation Store for the PS3 and PS4. It was developed by LucasArts and is a third-person action-adventure game that is centered around Jango Fett.
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Jango Fett is the father of the clone Boba Fett and the game’s timeline is set beforeStar Wars: Episode II – The Clone Wars.Fett is commissioned by Darth Tyrannus to hunt down the Dark Jedi Komari Vosa. The game explains the origins of Boba Fett and explains where the Slave I ship came from. Now thatThe Mandalorianimpressing audiences on Disney+ there’s never been a more apt time to playStar Wars: Bounty Hunter.
7Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice
Developed by FromSoft the same studio responsible for theDark Soulsseries,Sekiro: Shadows Die Twiceis another Souls-like that has a lot in common withStar Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. Shadows Die Twiceputs the players in the shoes of a Samurai during 16thcentury feudal Japan.
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Similarly toFallen Orderthe player doesn’t get a choice in what the class their character is. There are no tank based characters to build and players are forced to fight using their wits, timed blocks and parries just likeFallen Order.
6Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy
Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy wasreleased in 2003 on the Xbox, PC and the Mac. The game is also going to get a port for the Nintendo Switch and the PlayStation 4 in 2020. The game was developed by LucasArts and published by Activision.
The game follows Jedi apprentice Jaden Korr and the player gets to choose the character’s gender and appearance. In addition, players will also be able to construct their own lightsaber just like aStar Wars Jedi Fallen Order.
5Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast
Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcastwas released in 2002 and is a sequel toStar Wars Jedi Knight: Dark Forces II.The third sequelStar Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academywas released in 2003. It was originally released on the PlayStation 2, GameCube and PC and was ported on the Nintendo Switch and PS4 in 2019.
The game centers on the protagonist Kyle Katarn a former Stormtrooper and the student of Luke Skywalker before he becomes a Jedi Master too. However, just like every book and game that was released before Disney acquired the Star Wars rights theJedi Knightseries is no longer canon.
4The Dark Souls Trilogy
Released in 2011 for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 FromSoft’sDark Soulsis a spiritual sequel the PlayStation 3 exclusiveDemon’s Souls.The series features Metroidvania style levels and just like the originalMetroidandCastlevaniaspawned a sub-genre referred to asSouls-likeorSoulsborneafter FromSoft’sBloodborneon the PS4.
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TheDark Soulsgames have more flexible RPG mechanics as well as different character classes. However, those that love the challenging gameplay mechanics featuredStar Wars Jedi: Fallen Orderwill loveDark Souls.Furthermore, the series is a masterclass in level design and environmental storytelling.
3Star Wars: The Force Unleashed
Star Wars: The Force Unleashedwas released on the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 2, PSP, Nintendo DS, Nintendo Wii, and the PC in 2008. The game’s story centers on a character called Starkiller who was Darth Vader’s secret apprentice.
The Force Unleashedis set betweenRevenge of the Sithand aNew Hopeand is now a non-canonical story that shows the origins of the Rebel Alliance and Starkiller’s redemption from a Sith apprentice to a Jedi that fights for the light. It also received a sequel in 2010The Force Unleashed IIbut the game was critically panned for being unfinished and too short.
2Star Wars: Knights Of The Old Republic II
Released in 2004,Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lordsis a sequel to the BioWare-developed original that was released in 2003. The game was developed by Obsidian who later releasedPillars of Eternityand this year’sThe Outer Worlds.
Knights of the Old Republic IIis a great RPG that doesn’t quite reach the heights of its predecessor because of the pressure Obsidian was under to complete development in time for its release date. Despite this, the game is still one of the bestStar Warsgames ever made and develops well until its abrupt ending.
1Star Wars: Knights Of The Old Republic
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republicwas released in 2003 and produced byMass EffectandDragon Agedevelopers BioWare. It remains one of the most beloved RPGs of all time and a favorite amongStar Warsfans.
Even thoughKnights of the Old Republicisn’t considered canon anymore but its story is one that should be experienced by all fans of the franchise. It’s set 4000 years before the events of the films and features a clever twist worthy of the franchise. There have been rumors that there would be a big-screen adaptation using theKotORstoryas the inspiration.
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