It’s fan film time again! I feel like I haven’t done this in a while. I’ve missed it. This short film from Loacher Films is really well done. The acting is great, the video quality and modeling is nice too, but what really gets me is the very unique story idea. It’s a short film- under 4 minutes – so I’m not going to spoil the impact by talking about it too much. I think you should just watch it yourself and then let me know what you think of it. See it for yourself here: After you watch, drop us a line and let us know what you think. Would you want to see more from this story? I’m definitely curious about what happens next!
Author: Lisa Clark
Why is Star Wars: Squadrons $40?
Could it be because it doesn’t have the “breadth” of bigger EA games? And what does that even mean? Back in June, EA explained that their starfighter sim Star Wars: Squadrons would have zero microtransactions, which was surprising, since the game is supposed to have a lot of different cosmetics for pilots. Also surprising? The $40 price tag, which is significantly lower than other Star Wars games they’re putting out like Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order or even other non-Star Wars games like the new FIFA or Madden games, all of which sell for around $60. EA said it’s very specifically focused on the ‘fantasy’ of dogfighting in X-Wings and TIE Fighters, so it’s a bit cheaper than usual. Electronic Arts chief financial officer Blake Jorgensen explained in the quarter financial call that Squadrons will be more focused than other EA games. “Games all have different scales, and most of…
Why Republic Commando Needs a Sequel
Have you ever fallen in love with a game that needs a true sequel? Oh, it can feel like heartache and heartbreak to want more of your beloved game, but there is no more to be had. So sad. 🙁 In this video The Act Man takes a look at one such game. See it here: I gotta say, I agree! This game is awesome. And for being released in 2005, it was way ahead of its time. Unfortunately, the sequel was cancelled before the game was even released. This video goes into the background on that and explains what happened and why the planned sequel was cancelled. The reasoning is kind of up there with the same reasons why some of our other Star Wars games have been cancelled. Maybe we can get a sequel one day, as all fans of this game can agree that it deserves one….
The Future of Star Wars Games Not from the Latest Movies
The Star Wars sequel trilogy was long awaited and massively-hyped, but did it live up to expectations? For some, yes. For others, no. In fact, Rise of the Skywalker triggered quite the controversy in the Star Wars community. Personally, I enjoyed the new movies for what they were, but we have to agree with facts that the Sequels were kind of a mess compared to the earlier films, and that Disney didn’t really seem to have a long term plan in place when they started making them. Add to that the complete chaos behind the scenes as directors were swapped out and plot-lines and characters were dropped or changed, and it’s easy to see how it became such a mess. Since then, they just don’t carry the same excitement the earlier films did. There isn’t as much of an emotional response as we expect from a Star Wars film (let…
The Fall & Rise Of Battlefront 2
We talk a lot about Star Wars games here and Battlefront 2 has been at the top of the list of things we chat about here. From the first reveal, to the release, through all the updates and to today, we’ve tried to bring you all the news and info about Battlefront 2. And we’ve heard what you had to say about it, too. The ups and downs, the fall and rise. In the end, Battlefront 2 turned out to be a pretty decent game but this was not without a very rocky start. The Act Man has another interesting video on this topic. See it here: Of course, this is just one fan’s opinions but personally, I find his thoughts spot-on with most of how I feel about things, too. It’s an interesting watch, even if you don’t agree and we’re always open to hearing your rebuttals in the…
Star Wars: Heir to the Empire – Chapter 7
I don’t know about you, but I, for one, am becoming emotionally invested in this series. Star Wars: Heir to the Empire has a new chapter up and since the last one left us hanging with Leia and Han in a precarious situation, I couldn’t wait to see how they would all get out of this one. These shorts are so well done and I can’t imagine the amount of work that goes in to pull it off. I really enjoy them and if you are hearing about this for the first time now, please go back and watch Chapters 1-6 before you watch this one. Now, are you all up to speed? Great! Let’s move on to the next chapter. What happened after that cliffhanger on the market scene? See for yourself here: If you haven’t seen the previous 6 chapters, you can catch them here Chapter 7 of…
SWTOR Jedi and Sith Bundles on Steam
You can now get SWTOR Jedi and Sith bundles on Steam and they’re at a surprisingly low price so they won’t break the bank. This comes right after SWTOR was released on Steam, which has me SUPER excited because I play 90% of my games on Steam and I love having everything on one place (I have a library of over 500 games, including all the Star Wars games released to the platform). Anyway, now you can also get the Jedi and Sith Bundles for added content and experience. Here’s what you get with each of these bundles. Jedi Bundle: The Valiant Armor Set The Advanced Cloud Blue Eviscerating Crystal The Tempted Apprentice Saber Deluxe Jedi Bundle: The Valiant Jedi Armor Set The Sanctified Caretaker Armor Set The Tempted Apprentice’s dualsaber The Tempted Apprentice’s lightsaber The Blademaster’s lightsaber The Advanced Derelict-Purple Eviscerating Crystal The Advanced Cloud Blue Eviscerating Crystal The…
Major Mass Effect and Star Wars mods released for ArmA 3
New mods are out for ArmA3 – Mass Effect Opposition and Star Wars Opposition. Have you tried them yet? The Opposition Team has released two major mods for ArmA 3 on NexusMods that we think you might be interested in. The first mod will get you into the universe of the Mass Effect. On the other hand, the second mod brings a bunch of models, weapons, ships, units and vehicles from all the Star Wars Episodes, stories and series. The Star Wars mod, which we think most of our readers will be interested in, adds 75+ weapons, 300+ uniforms, 12+ Alien races, 60+ Vehicles and Spaceships, 16+ Heroes, Force Lightning/Push/Jump /Heal, Lightsabers and 450+ Custom Objects. With this mod, you can completely create your own Star Wars scenarios while playing ArmA 3. How cool is that? If you don’t have it yet, we highly recommend you download the mod and…
Could the SYSTEMS ALLIANCE destroy the DEATH STAR II (and its fleet)? | Mass Effect vs Star Wars
Here’s another fun versus video from EckhartsLadder. This one explores another hypothetical Star Wars scenario to see who would win in a potential match up against a Mass Effect universe. Fans of both will likely find this interesting. Of course, there are many different factors to consider in a hypothetical situation like this, so the video will break it down for you and set some boundaries and guidelines. Of course, if this were real, we know there are many different ways it could go. So, lots of “ifs and buts”, but it’s still very fun and interesting. I love to take some early bets/calculations on who I think would win before I watch his breakdown to see what he says. Could the Systems Alliance of the Mass Effect Universe, as led by Commander Shepard, destroy the fearsome second Death Star, and its defense fleet Death Squadron (including the Super Star…
The Tragedy of Star Wars 1313 and LucasArts
Did you ever hear The Tragedy of Star Wars 1313? I thought not. It’s not a story that Disney would tell you. But Act Man will… If you need some entertainment as you make it through the week, check out this great video: It’s dramatic, it’s real, and it’s full of ups and downs! It will tell you the story of the Star Wars game that was never meant to be and what actually went wrong. Why didn’t we get Star Wars 1313? Gamers everywhere were hyped and then heartbroken when this game was canceled. How can we understand this tragedy? This video will break it all down from the very beginning to the ultimate tragic ending. Ready for a history lesson in Star Wars gaming? It’s important because that build up helps you understand the events leading up to what ultimately destroyed Star Wars 1313. Give it a watch…
Star Wars: Heir to the Empire – Chapter 6
Chapter 6 of Heir to the Empire, by Timothy Zahn. Adapted into a short fanfilm. Here’s a new one from DarthAngelus and it’s a very fun short. If you’ve seen previous chapters, then you can also note that the voice acting/sound quality and the animation has really come along, too. What’s this one about? The Rebel Alliance has destroyed the Death Star, defeated Darth Vader and the Emperor, and driven the remnants of the old Imperial Starfleet to a distant corner of the galaxy. Princess Leia and Han Solo are married and expecting Jedi twins. And Luke Skywalker has become the first in a long-awaited line of Jedi Knights. But thousands of light-years away, the last of the Emperor’s warlords has taken command of the shattered Imperial fleet, readied it for war, and pointed it at the fragile heart of the New Republic…. “I like markets. I like them very…
Star Wars The Force Unleashed 3 – The Story of the Canceled Star Wars Game
Another one bites the dust! Sadly, Star Wars the Force Unleashed 3 was shelved. We brought you a story recently about what Sam Witwer had to say about the canceled game. The Force Unleashed 3 was indefinitely shelved when Disney bought LucasArts. Would you like to see this Star Wars game series come back? In this video, The Game Show talks about what was likely one of the most anticipated Star Wars games in history. The Force Unleashed did amazing, but The Force Unleashed 2 didn’t have the same results. It’s likely that was part of my the third installment got canned. However, there was also a lot happening behind the scenes with the company and staff. This video goes into the details and specifics of that. What do you think? Do you wish we could have gotten The Force Unleashed 3? Would you still want to see it released…
Star Wars Battlefront 2: Every Game Mode Explained
If you’ve been playing Star Wars Battlefront 2, you may have noticed it now has a lot of game modes. Some of these new game modes include a new Campaign, a PvE Horde Mode, and the return of Supremacy. So, what do they all mean and what do you need to know about them? Let’s take a look. Supremacy – This is a multiplayer mode, previously known as Capital Supremacy. It’s a 20v20 game mode that has multiple phases and 24 additional teammates (AI controlled). It’s a largescale, epic fight for control points around the map. There are Two Phases to conquer. Galactic Assault – This is also a multiplayer mode, and also a 20v20 large scale battle. This one is a linear objective-based game mode that requires you to fight through multiple stages. Objectives can vary from map to map. You can learn more about these and the other…
Honest Game Trailers | Star Wars: The Force Unleashed
Wanna know the real truth about all those games you’re thinking of playing? Check the Honest Game Trailer. I can’t watch one of these without laughing so much… Seriously, even when it’s poking fun at certain aspects of a game, it’s a great watch. Here’s what they have to say about Star Wars: The Force Unleashed. Did you watch it? Have you played Star Wars: The Force Unleashed? If so, we want to know if you think this Honest Trailer was accurate.
‘Star Wars: Squadrons’ Won’t Have Microtransactions
Are you ready for a new Star Wars game? EA has officially announced their long-awaited project code-named “Maverick”. Star Wars: Squadrons is a 5v5 dogfighting game releasing this Fall. It will feature a lot of customizations for your ships that you earn through gameplay. It has an emphasis on multiplayer but also has a single-player campaign, set in the time after the Battle of Endor. Initially, there were rumors that it might have microtransactions but those rumors have since been squashed. Motive Studios’ creative director Ian Frazier also said it isn’t a living game, meaning they won’t deliver post-launch content. “Our mindset has been very old school,” Frazier says. “We’re trying to say with this game that we have a $40 price point, we want to feel generous to players, and we want it to feel like a complete experience. Like ‘You gave us your $40. Here’s a game that you…
Star Wars: The Force Unleashed Actor Opens Up About Shelved Third Entry
Sam Witwer had some things to say about the canceled plans for The Force Unleashed III. During a Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back watch with IGN, Witwer shared some thoughts about both The Force Unleashed II and III. As many of you will recall, the ending of II left us with a mighty cliffhanger. Starkiller handed Darth Vader over to the Rebels and III had meant to pick up where II left off. Only, that never happened. Witwer says: I’m not comfortable sharing everything we discussed, but the idea was, that was the biggest mistake ever, and that Vader, like he was toying with Luke, the Force Unleashed I and II games were all about Vader toying with Starkiller. And at some point, there would be a confrontation where Starkiller’s fighting Vader, and everything that worked before suddenly isn’t working now. He’s like, ‘I cut off your hand!,’ and Vader says, ‘That…
Star Wars: Squadrons Is Coming
A new Star Wars space combat game is coming this year. Lucasfilm and EA Just revealed Star Wars: Squadrons, a new space combat game coming October 2 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC, and playable via virtual reality (VR) on PlayStation 4 and PC. Developed by Motive Studios, Star Wars: Squadrons promises thrilling first-person, 5v5 multiplayer space dogfights, monumental fleet battles, and an original story set during the final days of the Galactic Empire and the rise of the New Republic after the events of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. Check out the official trailer: What do you think? It’s a game we didn’t really ask for, but some are excited to see, nonetheless. While some critics say it didn’t need to be a standalone game and it could have been an expansion to Star Wars Battlefront 2, rather than its own game, we’re still here for it. So far, early details…
Shadow of the Mandalorian – A Star Wars Fan Film
Hey friends! It’s Star Wars fan film time again – one of my favorite times. I have a good one for you today that was just released on May 21st and if you have not seen it yet, carve out some time in your day to do it soon! The acting, music, cinematography, visuals, animation and more are all very well done. It’s a great story and I can’t wait to see more because I want to know what happens next so bad! DARKNESS REIGNS… Nearly a decade after the events of Trials of the Mandalorian, Commander Novan Rhae (Vincent Campos) works alongside rebel fighters to help restore freedom to the galaxy. Sensing a tremor in the Force, the Emperor sets in motion a sinister plan to alter the fate of Kief Jen-Kins (Kiefer Jenkins) a mysterious warrior long believed to be dead… This Definitive Cut of Shadow of the…
The Evolution of Capital Ship Weapons
How much do you know about the evolution of Capital Ship weapons? It’s an under-discussed topic, but still an interesting one. As part of a series on Star Wars lore, there’s a video here that gives you a great breakdown of these weapons, what they are, how they worked, and how they changed over the years. There’s a breakdown on how they work, natural defenses and how they worked within the different environments. Even if you’re not big on Star Wars lore and dates throughout history, they give you an explanation you can understand. But if you are a big fan and follower of lore, you’ll be able to put all the pieces together easily and understand why certain weapons were used and why and how they changed over time. It’s fun stuff! From railguns to turbolasers to superlaser… we take a look at the evolution of Capital Ship weapons…
Clone Wars Composer Speaks Out on Canceled Project Ragtag
EA’s canceled Star Wars game, known as “Project Ragtag” around the industry, seemed to be the setup for the perfect game. It was to be a single-player adventure set in the Star Wars universe, led by Amy Hennig, the mastermind behind Uncharted and the Jak and Daxter franchises. So what went wrong? Well, that’s a very good question. The game went into development in 2013 but was canceled in 2017 and the studio developing it was shuttered. They cited a dwindling interest in single-player games, but that sure doesn’t see to be the case for Jedi: Fallen Order. We may never know exactly what happened, but as the years pass, we have seen some of the people involved in that project come forward and share some info about their role on it. That’s exactly what happened with Kevin Kiner’s interview with Inverse. Here’s a snippet of that: Kiner says he…
MACE WINDU – Star Wars Fan Film
It’s fan film time again and I love everything about this one. For one, I’m a big fan of Mace Windu and here we get to see a young Windu in action. Next, the acting was really great and the costuming was of professional level and keeping with the time period. It has the staple of a great Star Wars film – an awesome lightsaber duel. And the story is really great. While it’s a short film, you get immersed it in right away and I can’t wait to see more films by them. I wish they’d do more Windu but I’m sure anything they produce will be a fun, entertaining watch. Nearly 20 years before Phantom Menace, young Jedi Knight Mace Windu locates a missing Jedi. What he encounters is unexpected. See for yourself here: From the creators, Full Fledged Pro: Subscribe for more cinematic short films! Thanks for…
What Happened to Starkiller’s Lightsaber After he Fought Vader? – Starkiller’s Lightsaber Explained
The Non-Canon Expert looks at what happened to Starkiller’s lightsaber after he confronted Darth Vader and Darth Sidious as described in the first The Force Unleashed novelization, and then explains the full story of Starkiller’s lightsaber that he would use during this final confrontation with the Sith. What you may not know is that in this battle, he wasn’t using his normal red lightsaber. He was using a different lightsaber for this fight. So, which one was it? Where did it come from? And what happened to it after the fight? This is a Legends story for Starkiller and Darth Vader with information found within “Star Wars: The Force Unleashed” and “Star Wars: Dark Lord: The Rise of Darth Vader.” I hope that you enjoy it! What did you think? Did you learn something new here? I actually did! I read a lot about Star Wars but there were a…
KOTOR 1 and 2 Mod Builds
Playing KOTOR 1 and 2? Check out Guaranteed Compatibility Mod Compilations. Spoiler-Free First-Time Builds Listed! Here’s a master thread about KOTOR 1 and 2 Mod Builds and it’s good stuff. I recommend bookmarking it because you’re pretty much guaranteed to want to come back to it later. If you’re playing the games and you want to mod them, but you’re not sure which mods are good, or safe, or should work for your needs, this thread is for you. The thread has full instructions on what it contains and how to use them so even if you’re a complete newbie with mods, you’ll be able to understand it. Mod Builds KOTOR 1 Spoiler-Free Build KOTOR 1 Full Build KOTOR 2 Spoiler-Free Build KOTOR 2 Full Build Check it out and do the mod builds that work for you. It’s highly recommended that you read the Builds’ FAQ if you have any questions…
Sign the Petition to Keep Paid Support for Star Wars Battlefront II
There’s a petition out to EA Games by fans of Star Wars Battlefront II who want them to continue offering paid support for the game. It was started by Christen Adler and anyone can sign to make their voice heard to EA about the game. The petition reads: “Star Wars: Battlefront II is one of the greatest video game redemption stories of all time. From a disastrous launch to a complete success, the transformation of the game is inspiring to all Star Wars fans and gamers alike. Unfortunately, the game was cut short while still having so much potential for wonderful new content. New maps, heroes, skins, private matches, private servers, etc. are a must for this game. All those who sign this petition would be willing to pay for new DLC to keep this awesome game alive. Save Battlefront II!” Almost 80,000 people have signed at the time of…