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The Best and Worst Star Wars Combat Games

Lisa Clark

A lot of people are talking about Star Wars: Squadrons right now, which brings up another interesting topic: Star Wars combat games throughout history. Zack Zwiezen from Kotaku decided to just that. He has a ranking here of the best to worst Star Wars combat games. As soon as I saw the headline, I knew I needed to check it out and see if I agreed with his ranking. I have played every single one of these games – some of them many times over – so I was interested to see how he ranked them. Keep in mind that this is not a ranking of all Star Wars games, but specifically Star Wars games that feature space combat, Star Destroyers, and other themed combat elements. So, ready to see his ranking? From worst to best, here’s how he lined them up: Star Wars: Rebel Assault (1993) | PC, Sega…

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Star Wars: Heir to the Empire – Chapter 9

Lisa Clark

And now it’s time for a new episode of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire. I’ve been telling you about this series for some time now, and it’s really good. I’m so grateful they keep making new Chapters. Next up, we have chapter 9. If you’ve been following the story, then you’re probably excited to see the next part, like I was. I never like to talk too much about the actual story on these because I don’t want to give it away. So, I’ll just say that if you have not watched it from the beginning, go ahead now and get caught up and then come back here and see Chapter 9. Check it out here: Chapter 9 of Heir to the Empire, by Timothy Zahn. Adapted into a short fanfilm. The Rebel Alliance has destroyed the Death Star, defeated Darth Vader and the Emperor, and driven the remnants…

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Star Wars: Heir to the Empire – Chapter 8

Lisa Clark

It’s been a while since I’ve brought you a new chapter of this ongoing series, Heir to the Empire. It’s a great watch and free on YouTube. It never ceases to amaze me the great things Star Wars fans come up with but this one is a longtime favorite of mine, and I’m glad they’re keeping the series going. This is Chapter 8, so if you’re new, go back to the beginning and start from Chapter 1. You will not be disappointed. I don’t want t talk too much about the video itself, because I don’t want to give away the content before you’ve had a chance to watch it. It’s about 10 minutes long, so when you have a block of time to devote to it, go ahead and click below and catch up in the series. Find out what the Empire is planning. Chapter 8 of Heir to…

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The 10 best Star Wars games of all time

Soeren Kamper

Star Wars is a classic of all-time. With the good guys of the Jedis facing the bad guys of the Sith, we are treated to an epic battle between light and dark. There are heroes and villains in so many shapes and forms, it is not surprising that it has become the favourite stopping-off point for the games’ developer too. Whether it is small online games, themes for slots or a mega-blockbuster console release, the Star Wars branding guarantees a hit – not least because of all the devoted fans who consume anything to do with the film. It is a controversial undertaking deciding on the best ten of anything to do with the Star Wars universe. Yet, we have decided to spark up our light sabres and find the force to suggest these are the best Star Wars titles you can play. 10 Star Wars Battlefront 2 This is…

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What is the correlation between gambling and Star Wars ?

Onisac Gnitteb

If you are a big fan of Star Wars, you’d likely agree that there is a very strong connect between this IP and the world of gambling. Movie watchers will agree with us that gambling is the sheet anchor of this epic franchise. Who can forget the epic scene when Han Solo takes apart Lando Calrissian for the Millenium Falcon. Indeed, there isn’t a single movie in the Star Movie series where there isn’t some form of gambling. If you a casino player and fan of Star Wars, then you will likely agree that there is a correlation between the movie/comic universe and gambling. Several Star Wars TV shows, movies, games and comics feature gambling. In this article, we will talk about this gambling in relations to the Star Wars universe and why it can be a blessing or urese. Placeholder text to keep article. If you a cato the…

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Star Wars: Heir to the Empire – Chapter 7

Lisa Clark

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…

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Star Wars: Heir to the Empire – Chapter 6

Lisa Clark

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…

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SWTOR Game Update 6.1.2 patch notes

Soeren Kamper

Here are the patch notes for Star Wars: The old republic Game Update 6.1.2 Game Update 6.1.2 Highlights Nature of Progress: Master Mode Difficulty – Master Mode difficulty has been added to the Nature of Progress Operation on Dxun! With this increased difficulty comes new challenges, but those skilled enough to beat them can get new and powerful rewards. New In-game Event: All Worlds Ultimate Swoop Rally – This new recurring in-game event will take place on Dantooine, Tatooine, and Onderon as players take on swoop challenges unique to each planet. New Daily Missions, rewards, and more! This event will initially run from June 30th – July 7th. Nar Shaddaa Nightlife – The Nightlife event returns with new Missions and rewards! Get your credits ready for July 14th – August 11th. Ranked PvP Season 12 – Season 12 of Ranked PvP has come to a close. New rewards can be found at Giradda the…

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Producer James Vicari on the Rerelease of Star Wars Episode I: Racer

Lisa Clark

We brought you the recent news that Star Wars Episode I: Racer was being re-released for the Switch and the PS4. I, for one, am very happy about this announcement from Aspyr and can’t wait until it’s my turn to replay this old classic from my own youth. When it comes to Star Wars games in general, we’re not going to complain about a new title release, or a re-release. It’s just great to see people keeping the Star Wars spirit alive. That said, good games should never be forgotten and Producer James Vicari agrees. In this interview with StarWars.com, he describes why they felt the need to bring this port of the old game back to the modern systems. Here’s a snippet: StarWars.com: Star Wars Episode I: Racer is really fondly remembered. What do you think is the legacy of that game? James Vicari: Legacy is an interesting thing to try and…

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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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SWTOR Game Update 6.1.1 patch notes

Soeren Kamper

Here are the patch notes for Star Wars: The old republic – game update 6.1.1 Highlights Conquest – Several quality of life changes have been made to the Conquest system. Our goal with these changes is to make Personal Conquests relevant to all character levels, not just those at end game content. Personal Conquest objectives are now split into three level ranges, each offering different and more relevant objectives/rewards.  Personal Conquest objectives now have a shortcut to pick up the relevant mission, open the relevant window directly, or open the galaxy map when applicable. Many additional objectives have been added to each Personal Conquest, offering more ways to achieve Personal Conquest goals on more characters. Double XP Event – Starting April 21st and lasting until May 19th, there will be a month-long Double XP event! Enjoy a full month of Double XP, Valor, Renown, and more. Cartel Market The Xoxaan’s Armor Set’s description in…

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Star Wars: Heir to the Empire – Chapter 3

Lisa Clark

It’s here! The next chapter. Here we have Chapter 3 of Heir to the Empire, by Timothy Zahn. Adapted into a short fan film, for your viewing pleasure. If you’re not familiar with this series, you need to go back and watch Chapters 1 and 2 before you watch this one. Trust me, it’s worth it. DarthAngelus has brought us something good in this series. 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…

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The Best-Ever Star Wars Games

Soeren Kamper

If you are interested in piloting an X-Wing Starfighter, wielding a lightsaber like a Jedi Knight, or just tackling the Empire on your own terms, you are going to need to get your hands on these games! Jedi Knight 2: Jedi Outcast, 2002 This is the ultimate Jedi fantasy brought to life, a game that lets you roam the galaxy battling the Empire, severing stormtrooper limbs with your lightsaber, and using the Force to play and win. You are guaranteed to end up feeling like a member of the Order with Jedi Knight 2: Jedi Outcast and the developers, Aspyr, Lucasarts, Raven Software, Vicarious Visions, have managed to create every aspect of the experience superbly.  Knights of the Old Republic, 2003 Aspyr Media, BioWare, and Obsidian Entertainment deliver one of the most enthralling Star Wars™ narratives ever with Knights of the Old Republic, a Role-Playing Game. The Universe is set…

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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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The Evolution Of Star Wars Games

Soeren Kamper

Star Wars mania has swept the globe once again as fans head to cinemas to see how the latest trilogy concludes. The Rise of Skywalker has generated a tremendous buzz across social media channels, fan forums, newspapers, magazines and TV shows. It serves as a reminder of the saga’s enduing popularity among multiple generations, as it has captured a special place in millions of hearts. The Rise of Skywalker is the ninth film in the sequence, which has made billions of dollars for Lucasfilm and Disney over the years. Each movie has proved to be extremely lucrative, but Star Wars merchandise is even bigger business. You can buy everything from Darth Vader coffee mugs to Chewbacca bathrobes, along with Death Star waffle makers, Wookie crocs, a C-3PO tape dispenser, a Jar Jar Binks candy tongue and a lightsaber fishing rod, plus all manner of branded backpacks, coffee cups, purses, hats, T-shirts,…

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Star Wars: Heir to the Empire – Chapter 2

Lisa Clark

It’s fanfilm time again! If you’re a regular here, you know how much I love those. And if you’re not, well, I hope you stick around because we love writing about all things Star Wars and Star Wars gaming. Up today we have Part 2 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire from DarthAngelus. I covered Part 1 for you back in June so if you missed that, go check it out first. Chapter 2 of Heir to the Empire, by Timothy Zahn. Adapted into a short fanfilm. If you never read the Thrawn Trilogy, the whole trilogy of books is available via Amazon As the first three of many Star Wars spin-off novels, it marked the beginning of an era of rapid expansion of the Star Wars Expanded Universe. The titles of the three books are: * Heir to the Empire * Dark Force Rising * The Last Command…

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SWTOR: Game Update 6.0: Onslaught Patchnotes

Soeren Kamper

Here are the patchnotes for Star Wars: The old republic game update 6.0 -Onslaught. Highlights New Storyline – The armies of the Galactic Republic rally to fend off the overwhelming forces of the Sith Empire as conflict reignites. Both sides are desperate to achieve victory. How far will you go to change the fate of the galaxy? New Planet: Onderon – On the ancient world of Onderon, untamed jungles and savage beasts hide a conspiracy that could shatter this planet’s ancient allegiance to the Republic forever. New Planet: Mek-sha – Built in a mined-out asteroid once controlled by the Hutts, Mek-Sha has become a crossroads for the entire galaxy: a lawless den of smugglers, pirates, mercenaries, traders, and refugees where opportunity and danger can be found in equal measure. New Flashpoint: Corellia – The dramatic finale of the expansion storyline takes place in an all-new area on the classic SWTOR planet Corellia, where the…

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A Day in the Life of Juggernauts and Guardians: The 6.0 Experience Explained

Soeren Kamper

The upcoming SWTOR Expansion – ‘Onslaught’ – will introduce a many changes for each Class in the game. Players will among other things experience new abilities, Set Bonuses, and Tactical items.To help explain it all, The developers over at BioWare are releasing a series of articles featuring each Advanced Class’s new ability, as well as new Set Bonuses and Tactical items. They will also present various combat scenarios to show how these changes will mesh together  just like in our previous article covering      Marauder and Sentinel     In today’s article they are showcasing the Juggernaut and Guardian Advanced Classes! Juggernaut Let’s take a look at the new ability for Juggernauts! Furious Power – Converts all Furious Power ability charges into stacks to buff your next attack by 25%. Each attack consumes one stack. Furious Power has 4 ability charges and regenerates 1 charge every 30 seconds. Alongside a new ability, Juggernauts will receive a bevy…

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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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Star Wars Galaxy of Heroes Developer Insights: General Skywalker

Soeren Kamper

The guys over at Capital Games has posted a new developer insight. This time they are talking with the designers of General Skywalker and how they went about creating this iconic character from the Star Wars universe.  Check i out Q: What makes General Skywalker special? Does he have any unique mechanics?CG_Prophet: Absolutely, Anakin Skywalker has been many things over the years; pod racer, droid builder, Jedi Padawan and even a legendary pilot, and now he’s coming to Galaxy of Heroes this week as General of the 501st! I’m super excited for him to finally come to the game. CG_ParkingInstructor: General Skywalker is unlike any other character players can get their hands in the game right now. He is an absolute boss, as he should be, and by that I mean he actually feels like playing a raid boss character in Galaxy of Heroes. He takes 2 actions per turn (like a raid boss)…

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SWTOR patch notes: game update 5.10.4

Soeren Kamper

Here are the patch notes for game update 5.10.4 Highlights Free-to-play and Preferred Status changes – More hotbars, increased credit caps, unlimited medical probes, and unlimited quick travel for all F2P and Preferred status players! ????? – There are reports of mysterious observers being spotted around the Odessen base… General Players can now move items within Guild Banks as intended. The fog of war has been lifted on Balmorra; Imperial and Republic forces will no longer appear to be fighting members of their own faction. Reduced the respawn timer for a number of the items required for the Dantooinian Culinarian Achievement. A Conqueror of Dantooine Achievement has been added. Imperial guard turrets on Ossus will no longer appear to hover above the ground. All turrets also now have stealth detection. The Achievement for defeating Izax on Master Mode difficulty now properly awards the Master Mode Trophy (was previously rewarding the Veteran Trophy)….

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Star Wars Heir to the Empire - Chapter 1 Fan Film

Star Wars: Heir to the Empire – Chapter 1 Fan Film

Lisa Clark

Here we go! Another great Star Wars fan film to share with you today. This short comes in at just under 7 minutes so it’s a quick, easy watch when you’re on a break, or just looking for something fun to enjoy before you settle in to play your favorite Star Wars game. This one comes to us from DarthAngelus and it premiered on May 21st. If you haven’t seen it yet, I highly recommend it. Chapter 1 of Heir to the Empire, by Timothy Zahn. Adapted into a short fanfilm. What’s it 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…

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'S APPRENTICE (2019 Star Wars Fan Film)

SKYWALKER’S APPRENTICE (2019 Star Wars Fan Film)

Lisa Clark

Ah, time for another fan film. You know how much I love these! We are getting some new Star Wars fan films in 2019 and some of them are pretty awesome. Here’s one that is truly a work of art. It’s a great story (Starwalker lives on!) and it’s really well done. Nice acting and effects, music and everything. All the elements that make for a good film are here. So, what’s it about? In the wake of the destruction of Starkiller Base, a young Jedi Knight, one of the few surviving pupils of Master Luke Skywalker, gathers his own Padawans for a learning lesson in the ways of the Force. However, this simple exercise soon turns dangerous when a sinister visitor, a Knight of Ren, comes looking for the Jedi’s legendary teacher. Check it out here: Give it a watch and let us know what you think in the…

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Star Wars Galaxy of Heroes: update on Anakin’s performance

Soeren Kamper

The Community Manager over at Star Wars: Galaxy of hereoes posted a small update on Anakin’s performance in the game. Some players think he is way to powerfull. Here is the news: April 25, 2019 6:14PM edited April 25 “Your focus determines your reality.” Hey Holotable Heroes, I wanted to give a quick update on our announcement last Friday that we were looking into Anakin’s performance and whether or not he is too powerful, particularly where we want him to sit in the meta versus some specific teams like Darth Malak/Darth Revan. Our initial investigation has yielded the following results: Since we released Jedi Knight Anakin’s rework, only 8,000 players have used Jedi Knight Anakin under a Jedi Knight Revan lead to fight against Darth Revan & Darth Malak. That represents less than 1% of the total battles fought by the entire community during this window. Of these battles, JKA is…

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