Star Wars The Force Unleashed

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This entry in the Star Wars saga casts players as Darth Vader's "Secret Apprentice", unveiling new revelations about the Star Wars galaxy. The expansive...
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7.4
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Game Overview

This entry in the Star Wars saga casts players as Darth Vader's "Secret Apprentice", unveiling new revelations about the Star Wars galaxy. The expansive story, created under direction from George Lucas, is set during the largely unexplored era between Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith and Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope. Based on the next-gen game but containing unique gameplay designed for PS2, the game has players as this new mercenary villain assisting Vader in his quest to rid the universe of Jedi - and face decisions that could change the course of their destiny.

The Bottom Line

This entry in the Star Wars saga casts players as Darth Vader's "Secret Apprentice", unveiling new revelations about the Star Wars galaxy. The expansive story, created under direction from George Lucas, is set during the largely unexplored era between Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith and Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope. Featuring unique gameplay features designed for the PlayStation 2, Star Wars: The Force Unleashed has players as this new mercenary villain assisting Vader in his quest to rid the universe of Jedi - and facing decisions that could change the course of their destiny.

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Expert Reviews

GameSpot review logo
60/100
score

A number of frustrations diminish the fun, but you'll still have a reasonably good time with this Force-powered adventure.

GameZone review logo
74/100
score

Force Unleashed can be frustrating, and its flaws get in the way of having a good time far more than they should. But while it might not live up to the hype and expectations, it is one of the better Star Wars games out there, and a decent action game in i

IGN review logo
72/100
score

Uninspired level design and some tedious enemy battles mar an experience that gives you power over the Force like we've never really seen before. While it's far from perfect, Star Wars fans will find that it's worth playing through simply for its story an

Character Profiles

Juno Eclipse

Juno Eclipse
A character from the Star Wars universe, Maris harbors a strong desire for revenge and is still intent on confronting Darth Vader.

Maris Brood

Maris Brood
A character from the Star Wars universe, Maris harbors a strong desire for revenge and is still intent on confronting Darth Vader.

Proxy (Star Wars)

Proxy (Star Wars)
A character from the Star Wars universe, PROXY is a prototype holodroid who has been a constant companion of the Apprentice of Darth Vader for many years.

Rahm Kota

Rahm Kota
Also known as: General Rahm Kota, General Kota A character from the Star Wars universe, Master Rahm Kota is a tough, grizzled general and participant in many combat sorties during the Clone Wars.

Shaak Ti

Shaak Ti
A character from the Star Wars universe, Jedi Master Shaak Ti is a revered and legendary member of the Jedi Council.

Starkiller

Starkiller
Also known as: Galen Marek, Darth Vader's Secret Apprentice, The Apprentice, The Secret Apprentice A secret apprentice in the Imperials Empire, Darth Vader has spent years personally training this mysterious figure in the ways of the Sith.

Game Features

During the period between Episodes III and IV, players hunt Jedi in the role of Darth Vader's Secret Apprentice.
Unleash and upgrade the Secret Apprentice's four core Force powers - Force push, grip, repulse and lightning - throughout the course of the game, and combine them for ultra-destructive, never-before-seen combos.
Examples of unleashing the Force in ways never thought possible: The Secret Apprentice won't just Force push enemies into walls - he'll Force push enemies through walls. The Secret Apprentice won't just Force grip foes to throw them aside - he'll Force grip them in midair, zap them with lightning, then drop them to the ground to explode like a bomb.
In addition to new adversaries created just for the game, such as fugitive Jedi and Force-sensitive Felucians, players will also confront and associate with familiar faces from the Star Wars films, including Darth Vader.
Visit locations such as Episode III's Wookiee homeworld Kashyyyk and the floral Felucia, the junk planet Raxus Prime, plus an Imperial TIE fighter construction facility.
Decisions made by players throughout the game will determine the path of the story, including multiple endings that will rock Star Wars continuity as they know it.
The Force Unleashed is LucasArts' first internally developed title for next-generation consoles, and it represents the first in-game collaboration of talents and technology between LucasArts and Industrial Light & Magic, two companies now finally under one roof at the new Letterman Digital Arts Center in San Francisco's Presidio district.
The Force Unleashed debuts Digital Molecular Matter from Pixelux and euphoria behavioral simulation from NaturalMotion Ltd.
LucasArts is preparing an unprecedented promotional effort around the launch of The Force Unleashed, encompassing a full line of toys and game-based action figures from Hasbro, as well as a full publishing program from Dark Horse, Del Rey and Palace Press.

Game Specs

Audio/Video
In-Game Dolby Digital

Controllers
Analog Control, Vibration Function

 

Memory
1 MB

Modes
Full Mission Single-Player, Story

 

ESRB Game Ratings

ESRB Rating of "T"
This game is Rated: Teen
Content is most suitable for children ages 13 and up. This game may contain violence, gambling, suggestive themes, crude humor, or some strong language.
Content Descriptors:
Fantasy Violence
 
Game Info
Platform:Sony Playstation 2
Release Date:9/16/2008
Publisher:LucasArts
Developer:Krome Studios
Genre:Action
ESRB Rating:T
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Game Quality Ratings
Overall
7.4
Gameplay
7.2
Graphics
7.5
Sound
8.7
Concept
8.5
Difficulty: Medium
OVERALL
7.4/10
Star Wars The Force Unleashed for PlayStation 2
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