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Star Wars Galaxy of Heroes Developer Insights: Starkiller

Soeren Kamper

The guys over at Capital Games has posted a new developer insight. This time they are talking with the designers of The final unit of our Lucasfilm 50th Anniversary character – Starkiller. He has landed on the holotables with the force of a Star Destroyer being yanked from the sky! Below, we take a dive into the motivations and inspirations our developers drew from while creating the kit for this fan-favorite Star Wars: The Force Unleashed character. For more info and insights from the devs on this character, check out this interview with CubsFan Han: UNIT NAME: StarkillerALIGNMENT: Dark SideCATEGORIES: Dark Side, Attacker, Unaligned Force UserA powerful Dark Side Force User whose inner conflict lifts up other Force Users. ABILITIES: Basic: IMBUED LIGHTSABER STRIKE FINAL TEXT (ZETA): Deal Physical damage to target enemy twice. If it’s Starkiller’s turn, inflict Shock for 1 turn to target enemy and deal Physical damage to all other enemies, which can’t be countered. Unleashed: Reduce Special ability cooldowns by 1…

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Why Fallen Order is So Great

Soeren Kamper

Before Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order was first released in 2019, Star Wars fans were crying out for a game that hearkened back to the old era of Star Wars games when the likes of Battlefront and The Force Unleashed were popular. Star Wars fans did already have the rebooted Battlefront series to work with which were admittedly good, but they still did not have a game that embodied the series and told a good story like the original The Force Unleashed did. Enter Fallen Order. The announcement of this game drove Star Wars fans wild, and fortunately, the reception of it was just as positive. The gaming community has learned to keep expectations in check in recent years, as no one knows what a game will truly be like until they play it for themselves. Gamers were especially wary as EA were the publishers of the game, and although…

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Why is the Esports industry so popular?

Onisac Gnitteb

Year on year the Esports industry seemingly grows every year, whether that’s with larger numbers of viewers, bigger prize pools, or even as far as more well known names entering the scene with sponsorships and investment into teams etc. So that begs the question? Why is it so popular and why is it continuing to rise in popularity? Well, there’s only one way to find out, right? Well, the short answer is kinda grim but here we go, the older generation is dying out and the younger generation coming through is replacing them. The younger generation is massively into video games of course, while the older generations who may have grown alongside video games, may not be as into them, or simply can’t play anymore. When it comes to watching anything competitive, it feels like the older generation always defaults to traditional sports however, which I feel was shown when…

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Content Creation vs Streaming: Best Career Choice?

Onisac Gnitteb

Playing video games is now possible to do as a job. Rewind to a mere twenty years ago, and that statement would have sounded ludicrous. Any child that uttered any notion of doing it as a paid job would be met with amusement. Today though, those dreams are a reality, and it is easy for people who are in love with gaming to turn their passion into a full-time job. The most skilled players can compete in massive virtual tournaments that offer staggering prize pools, but only the best of the best can win high amounts of money. Those interested in a more relaxed experience can still earn money from playing games, in one of two ways.Ever since video games came out people wanted to record their best gameplay moments and post them on the web for other gamers to appreciate. Many of these clips would never see the light…

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Games Inspired by Star Wars

Onisac Gnitteb

Perhaps in a galaxy far far away, hidden underneath the layers of the universe in our reality can one get to actually go through the Jedi Academy like the one seen in the Star Wars franchise. Imagine the sound of a lightsaber as you wield it, trying to maintain the balance throughout the galactic empires without falling into the seductive allure of the dark side. It’s a fantasy that plenty face, regardless of their age or gender. The universe seen in Star Wars is simply one that plenty adores, from the empathetic cast to the unique scenery that Star Wars popularized. There’s no harm in dreaming of the what-ifs in a distant alternate universe, but if you really want to get immersed into it, then here’s a few games we’ve found that are inspired by Star Wars. The Star Wars franchise has been running for decades now, with a huge…

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COVID-19’s Impact on the Gaming Industry

Onisac Gnitteb

We all are aware that the pandemic has affected every industry across the globe. People have faced a lot, and in the past year and a half, some countries dealt with the lockdown. While being at home, people have turned to the internet and video gaming as a source of boredom, entertainment, and relaxation. The video game industry is one of those few industries that have jumped during this covid-19 pandemic. It is by far the biggest year for video games.  In the midst of a pandemic, people have shifted themselves to digital entertainment due to the lockdown. More and more people are playing video games than ever before. During the Covid-19 lockdown, we have seen an increase in the number of hours’ millions of people spent in front of screens and trying new digital activities. There is a significant increase in the number of active players online every day….

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Canadian Casinos – Customs, Cats and Croupiers

Onisac Gnitteb

Covid Crisis For Canada’s bricks and mortar casinos, 2020 was a write-off and 2021 has not got off to the best start either.  Land-based casinos have suffered badly, losing millions of $$$s in revenue, not to mention thousands of clients, to the ever-growing list of online casino alternatives. For many punters, online casinos are really not the same thing at all and you are undoubtedly counting down the days until a visit is possible again.  However, if you simply can’t wait for a fix and decide to opt for a virtual game or two, make sure that you proceed with caution – if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is! The fact is that not all online casinos are equal.  Some are amazing, many are mediocre and others are out and out scams; but how do you tell the difference?  If you need help seeking an amazing…

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50 Star Wars Video Games Ranked from Worst to Best

Soeren Kamper

Star Wars is one of the biggest franchises on the planet, including a colossal gaming sector. If you enjoy playing games, you will want the best online gaming experience, and with the vast amount of Star Wars video games out there, it can be hard to know which to play. So here are 50 Star Wars video games ranked from worst to best by your peers so you can decide which of the ones to play.  50. Masters of Teräs Käsi (PlayStation) A dreadful game that took inspiration from Mortal Kombat and failed. 49. Kinect Star Wars (Xbox 360) A cringe-worthy dance game that does not work. 48. Star Wars: Yoda Stories (Game Boy Colour) A strange level up game, poor animation and graphics.  47. Star Wars: Flight of the Falcon (GBA) Grim graphics, dragging gameplay, totally appalling.  46. Star Wars: Obi-Wan (Xbox) Bland and hard to follow, this game…

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Top 10 Star Wars Games of the Decade

Soeren Kamper

As one of the most popular franchises in the world, Star Wars managed to make its way into numerous entertainment industries. From a wide variety of books, some breathtakingly well-executed movies, cartoons and TV shows, the Star Wars franchise even has a rich selection of video games.   Star Wars video games have been on the market for quite some time now, with new titles hitting the market almost yearly. So, it’s safe to say that if you’re a Star Wars fan, there’s no better time to be alive than the present. With that being said, here are top ten Star Wars games you can currently check out and enjoy your favorite franchise some more. LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens If you’re not only a Star Wars fan but you also love LEGOs, then this title should definitely be on your list. The main story follows the events from the…

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Betting on Rancor Fights in SWTOR

Soeren Kamper

We’ve talked about betting and gambling in Star Wars before. It was present in the movies and in one way or another, it’s mentioned or referenced in most of the lore. What if you could bet on rancor fights in SWTOR like we see in the Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II trailer? Honestly, it makes sense to think in terms of the Star Wars Universe. As you may recall, Jabba the Hutt kept a rancor in a dark chamber below his throne room. When Skywalker killed it, Jabba was outraged and ordered the Jedi and his friends to be publicly executed. Think of it like a high roller losing his favorite race horse. No one would be happy about that. Rancors or the bull rancor have often been part of many Star Wars games, too, often written into mini bosses or even main bosses. The look sometimes changes but…

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What Happened to Starkiller’s Lightsaber After he Fought Vader? – Starkiller’s Lightsaber Explained

Lisa Clark

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…

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The Most Memorable Characters in Star Wars Gaming

Soeren Kamper

Star Wars has thrown up some of the most inspiring, evil, and the coolest characters in recent times. We all know that the Star Wars universe can be a tricky place and you need to be at the top of the food chain to make your way around it. Be it the movies, television shows, or gaming.  We all have our favourite characters. However, on this occasion let us take a closer look at The Most Memorable Characters in Star Wars Gaming. Even though these games are movies themselves, we cannot but think what it would have been like to see these characters on the big screen – that is why we love them. So, where to begin?  Starkiller When the rogue Jedi made his appearance in 2008, fans knew straight away that this character was going to be a force to be reckoned with. Despite poor reviews, The Force…

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History of Lightsabers in Star Wars Games 1983 – 2020

Lisa Clark

Nothing is as iconic to Star Wars as the lightsaber. Everyone, even people who are not fans of the franchise, is familiar with the infamous lightsabers. The latest Star Wars game, Jedi Fallen Order, has a heavy focus on lightsabers. It’s basically a lightsaber-focused combat game. Which brings up a fun and interesting point: How many Star Wars games have their been to feature lightsabers and lightsaber battles? These glowy weapons have become synonymous with Star Wars over the years. Let’s take a look back on all the games with lightsabers from 1983 to today. That’s exactly what Bombastic has done here in this video. Grab some popcorn or your favorite snacks and settle on in for a fun overview. Some of these games are probably older than some of you reading this. But give it a watch and let us know what you think. It covers PC and console…

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Evolution of Star Wars Games 1982 – 2018

Star Wars games: learn more about the evolution

Onisac Gnitteb

For those interested in the evolution of video games, how they influence cinema and are influenced by the seventh art, few franchises are as rich as Star Wars games. The series created by George Lucas has followed players since the beginning of the gaming industry, and games based on this saga are living research material on how this form of entertainment has been shaped over the past 30 years. Are you a fan of the movies, gamer and would like to work with games? There are many reasons to learn more about this story. Check out! These were humble beginnings for the games in the franchise. A long time ago, on a very, very distant island … Today it may seem like the most natural thing in the world – would you know how to count in your head how many Lego games were made for the SW franchise? But…

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Starter Guide for New Players in “Star Wars: The Old Republic”

Novara Skuara

Welcome to “Star Wars: The Old Republic” (SWTOR), a massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) set in the rich universe of Star Wars. SWTOR offers an immersive experience that allows players to explore iconic locations, engage in epic battles, and shape their own stories within the Star Wars galaxy. This guide is designed to help new players navigate the early aspects of the game, covering classes, factions, starting planets, and basic gameplay mechanics. Factions In “Star Wars: The Old Republic” (SWTOR), the galaxy is divided between two major factions, each representing a side of the Force and holding its own ideals, goals, and moral compass. These factions are the Galactic Republic and the Sith Empire. The choice of faction not only influences your starting location and the storyline you’ll follow but also defines your allies and enemies within the game’s universe. Understanding the ethos, history, and objectives of these factions…

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Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order Developer Interview Digs Into Decision of Going the Single-Player Route

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A single-player, narrative-based Star Wars title has been a rarity in the gaming industry for the better part of 10 years now. The last true story-drive game within the franchise prior to Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order was Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II which made its debut in 2008. The announcement of a new single-player title in the Star Wars universe was a surprise on its own. Combine that with the fact that it’s being published by none other than EA and you’d probably think the news were a farce had we not gotten a concrete launch date, trailers, and more at this point. Electronic Arts isn’t exactly known for having a great public image with gamers these days. Plus, they’re notorious for putting out nothing but multiplayer titles riddled with microtransactions (up until Battlefront 2, at least). So, what made EA of all publishers decide to take up…

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Best Star Wars Games in 2019

Soeren Kamper

Star Wars is one of the best epic space-opera to hit the screens in our modern times. Many people from around the world enjoy it a lot and are always eager to watch the new episodes. For gamblers, there are numerous action-packed video slot games available in both land-based and online UK casino sites offering great winning opportunities. Besides, there are also several video games that are inspired by the infamous TV series that can be played across many devices, including mobile, tablet, and personal computers. This article provides some of the best Star Wars-themed video games available in the market today and the features to expect from each one of them. Star Wars: Rebellion This is an impressive scale board game that lets you control the whole Galactic Empire arsenal. The Star Wards: Rebellion game has asynchronous gameplay since both the Galactic Empire and the Rebel Alliance come with…

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The list of all Star Wars themed games

Soeren Kamper

The Star Wars franchises is one of the most popular in the world. It has been on our television screens and cinemas since 1977 when the first movie was released. As time went by, the franchise has become one of the most watched, followed and having the largest fan base in the world. The characters were created by renowned George Lucas and adapted for the movies. In total the Star Wars franchise has 12 movies with a total box office earnings of $9.323 billion and presently distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. The popularity and success of the franchise has influenced the creation of numerous Star Wars themed games over the years. Fans of the franchise do not have to wait for the release of another part of the movies but can enjoy their favourite trilogy through these games. Since the 1990’s till recent times different Star Wars themed…

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How Does the Star Wars Franchise Allow Low-Budget Gamers to Get Involved?

Soeren Kamper

With all the numerous Star Wars games out there to choose from, dedicated fans who want to buy them all can be faced with huge expenses. The market for games from the George Lucas-created franchise is continuing to expand, with some titles much better than others. So what is the best way for low-budget players with limited spending money to get into the games? Star Wars is Everywhere – there’s Almost too much Choice Since the release of A New Hope in 1977, Star Wars has risen to being one of the most successful franchises ever created. The space adventure is everywhere and spans films, games and every type of merchandise imaginable. Fans want to immerse themselves in Star Wars-related things as much as possible, but it can be a costly business. How Does Star Wars Draw in Players Compared to Other Games? Welcome bonuses and offers are often used in the gaming industry to…

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Darth Malgus: A Star Wars Story

Lisa Clark

Looking to learn more about Darth Malgus? Here’s a fantastic Star Wars Story video from The Scoundrel’s Cantina that will tell you everything you ever wanted to know about Darth Malgus. These Star Wars stories are the best because they give you so much insight and background into a specific part of Star Wars lore and canon. I’ve been a fan my whole life and I still learn things I didn’t know. This is a great video about one of the most famous Sith Lords of all time. If you’re a big fan of Darth Malgus, or just a Star Wars fan looking to learn a little more about Malgus, this is the go-to video for fun, facts, life story and history, and much more. See the video for yourself here: “In this video we are mixing both the Expanded Universe and the “Official” Star Wars Canon. This is the way we…

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May the Fourth Be With You!

Lisa Clark

It’s that time of year again! Can you believe it? May 4 marks “May the Fourth be with you”, an unofficial holiday for Star Wars fans everywhere. This is a day for celebrating all the things we love about Star Wars and there are so many wonderful ways to celebrate. You could have a movie marathon and watch all the movies, you could play your favorite Star Wars games, or go on a shopping spree for Star Wars goodies, to name a few. Major retailers like Walmart are having sales on Star Wars merchandise and you’ll find online shops like ThinkGeek doing the same. Another great thing about May 4th is there will be tons of awesome Star Wars deals. For example, Humble Bundle has a killer deal for you today. You can save up to 77% on Star Wars titles like the complete Star Wars Collection, Star Wars X-Wing…

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Battlefront III Legacy Mod New Features

Lisa Clark

If you’ve been following the news and development of Battlefront III Legacy, you might already know that the Battlefront II mod using Battlefront III assets has now released a new video showing more cool stuff. It’s going to have ground-to-space flight as well as Star Destroyer docking. How awesome is that? As we told you recently, the mod will be entering beta soon so for those interested in trying this themselves, the time is near. If you want to learn more about the mod and what features it will have, now is the time as well. There’s now a new video so show you more that this mod plans to deliver. It showcases the flying of a Lambda-class T-4a shuttle into a Star Destroyer. It also shows a bit of other ships like the TIE Interceptor, TIE Bomber and TIE Fighter. It’s actually a pretty decent video so what you what the…

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Top 10 Most Unique Lightsabers [video]

Lisa Clark

What Star Wars fan doesn’t love lightsabers? They are one of the most iconic parts of Star Wars. Even people who have not seen the movies and don’t consider themselves fans will recognize a lightsaber. So with this in mind, have you ever sat down and thought about some of the coolest ones? What are the most awesome lightsabers you’ve seen in Star Wars? Well, if you’ve never thought about it, rest assured that someone else has. Many someones, in fact, and they have requested that The Scoundrel’s Cantina make this really great video showing the 10 most unique lightsabers in the Star Wars universe. So check it out and tell us what you think. Do you agree with the list? Did your favorite make it in? Here’s the list and you can see them all in the video below: 10. Tera Sinube, Darth Maul, Haazen Sabercane 9. Pong Krell’s Double Bladed…

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How Powerful Was Starkiller?

Lisa Clark

This Star Wars Explained video tells us all about Starkiller, a very powerful Force user. Some will call  him one of the most powerful Force user around, but others will disagree. So which is it? What powers does he have? When do we first encounter Starkiller and what do we know about him? Well, this video is going to give you the breakdown in under 8 minutes. Some of this you might already know while other parts might be completely new. The thing about a great Star Wars character is that they need to have depth. You need to care about the character. You need to be able to relate to their struggle. You will be able to feel compassion. The stronger a character is written, the stronger you will feel about them. Even the “bad guys” or villains in a story need a relatable personality and some of the…

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