Star Wars video games

<p>Do you swear by lightsabers alone? You will still love Star Wars Outlaws! This game follows the adventures of Kay Vess, a charismatic outlaw who tries to pull off the heist of the century across the galaxy.

The gameplay is based on a mix of action, stealth and vehicle sequences, with an approach reminiscent of the Uncharted and Red Dead Redemption games. Players will alternate between blaster fights and stealth sequences, where Nix - Kay's little companion - will come in very handy to distract enemies. The confrontations are dynamic, as is the atmosphere in the end, since if Outlaws has one strong point, it is how lively it is. It is teeming with life and action, and you often find yourself simply watching what is happening around you. Immersion is greatly helped by the absence of loading times in this magnificent open world.

And let's talk about that world. The map does not try to impress with its size: priority is given to an incredible variety of settings and atmospheres. It is all backed by graphics that pay tribute to the original trilogy. The four accessible planets each have a central city with areas to explore freely all around. To travel, head into space, where you can pilot your ship for exploration sequences. Many activities await you: fights, smuggling missions, speeder races and mini-games. No time to get bored or tired: Kay has her work cut out for her, to the delight of long-time fans and newcomers alike.</p>

<p>Star Wars Jedi: Survivor puts you in the shoes of Cal Kestis, a young Jedi with a shattered destiny. The story takes place after the events of Fallen Order, in a remote corner of the galaxy. Your character - who did after all manage to survive Order 66, no small feat - is nonetheless hunted by the Empire, and finds himself in a very bad spot from the moment the game begins...

The second installment in the Jedi saga has been praised for its immersive storytelling and its faithfulness to the vast Star Wars universe. This action/adventure title promises intense exploration and survival experiences, all set within magnificent graphics and superbly rendered spaces. Although it is not an open world, players will be able to enjoy open areas offering perfectly detailed environments. The combat mechanics, for their part, are well designed, delivering fluid and intense lightsaber duels.

If those few elements were not enough to convince you, note that the game also features a wide variety of enemies and challenges, which keeps players interested throughout the adventure. And while some may complain about a certain repetitiveness in the gameplay and about technical and graphical inconsistencies depending on the area, Jedi: Survivor is a real pleasure to play through. This game will delight both fans of the franchise and gamers looking for Dark Souls-style gameplay, minus the unbearable difficulty!</p>

<p>The very first title in the new Jedi line introduces the character of Cal Kestis, a young padawan on the run after Order 66, a true purge ordered by Palpatine that decimated the Jedi Order. Accompanied by his loyal friends, Cere Junda and Greez Dritus - as well as the droid BD-1, whom you cannot help but love - Cal is weakened but out for revenge, and will have to try to survive. In a galaxy under the Empire's yoke, the group sets off in search of clues and answers, in order to restore the Jedi Order. Quite a program for a scrapper!

Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order takes place between episodes III and IV of the film saga and offers a linear solo experience (nothing to do with Han) that will delight fans of immersive storytelling. The title also adopts role-playing elements, where Cal improves his skills and his gear as his quest progresses. Players familiar with acclaimed sagas such as God of War, Uncharted or Tomb Raider should quickly find their footing in the impressively rich lore of the Star Wars universe.

Despite a few minor flaws, the game delivers - after a far too long wait - a captivating solo adventure, with epic battles and breathtaking visuals, guaranteeing it a prime spot among the best Star Wars video games.</p>

<p>Star Wars: Squadrons puts players in the shoes of pilots whose destinies cross, one a member of the New Republic, the other of the Empire. The story mode campaign lets players live this adventure through the eyes of two characters whose fears, doubts and ideals are sometimes put to the test. These perfectly human points of view promise a unique perspective on the galactic conflict between good and evil, all without ever falling into easy cliches.

This space shooter offers a wide range of iconic ships, such as the X-Wing and the TIE Fighter, which are perfectly represented, both graphically and strategically. While the solo mode is far from uninteresting, the game shines above all through its online multiplayer mode. In it, players can face off in team space battles and enjoy a well-designed reward and progression system.

Squadrons is a title that has captured the essence of galactic dogfights thanks to its immersion and its technical, highly customizable gameplay that matches players' piloting preferences as closely as possible. And even if its limited solo playtime and certain aspects of its progression may disappoint some players, the multiplayer is a must-play experience for Star Wars fans looking for thrilling space battles.</p>

<p>The Skywalker Saga gives players the chance to relive the key moments of the three trilogies of the Star Wars saga in an immersive and beautifully detailed world. The title lets you unlock no fewer than 300 iconic roles as the adventure unfolds... Whether you want to fight alongside the Rebels, dive into Sith intrigues or simply explore the most remote corners of the brick galaxy, the game lets you decide which missions and side quests to follow. In short: your destiny is in your hands!

The gameplay experience is designed for a wide audience, as much to please long-time fans as to win over a new generation of players. In this respect, the solo and local co-op modes are complementary and offer two different play styles with equivalent strengths. Children and adults alike will love seeing Luke Skywalker, Rey, Han Solo, Darth Vader and many other characters hit the mark with voiced dialogue and visual gags that are as effective as ever.

While a few camera issues may crop up, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga stands out as the ultimate celebration of the most iconic of franchises. The title - skillfully blending the humor typical of LEGO games with the galactic epic created by George Lucas - is accessible to everyone and will be loved by the greatest number.</p>

<p>Sometimes a game that is several decades old can still stand the test of time and leave a lasting mark on the memories and hearts of players. Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic is without a doubt one of those legendary games.

The action takes place during a troubled period, thousands of years before the events of the movie saga. The Sith and the Jedi - them again - are locked in an endless war. Players take on the role of a new Republic recruit who finds himself at the heart of this galactic battle. The real mission is to forge your identity and choose the alignment that is truly yours... and to influence the fate of the galaxy, nothing less.

Like any good RPG, the moral choices you make throughout the adventure have a direct impact on how the story ends. And what a story! A gripping plot with many twists, backed by turn-based combat inspired by simplified Dungeons & Dragons rules.

Knights of the Old Republic is nothing less than a celebration of everything that makes Star Wars one of the most loved and followed franchises of all time. As such, in 2026 it remains one of the best Star Wars video games.</p>

<p>While the first Battlefront only had the Star Wars universe to set it apart from a low-cost version of one of the most popular action games of the time - namely Battlefield 1942 - Star Wars: Battlefront II sets things right brilliantly!

Spanning from Attack of the Clones to the end of The Empire Strikes Back, this FPS lets players take on the role of a simple clone of the 501st unit, even if a few familiar faces later join the adventure. Battlefront II offers an interesting progression system in which you earn credits to unlock new weapons, new characters and upgrades for your units. This game mechanic adds welcome depth to a title that is otherwise focused on action.

While the solo mode could easily stand on its own, the multiplayer should not be set aside, far from it. Epic and - very often - chaotic battles await, whether on the ground or in space. Let's also note the presence of a Hunt mode, which will delight some players as much as it will annoy others...

In the end, Star Wars: Battlefront II remains a pillar of the franchise's games and deserves its place in the library of any Star Wars or FPS fan.</p>

<p>In Star Wars: Jedi Knight II - Jedi Outcast, players take on the role of Kyle Katarn, a former Jedi who gave up the Force after traumatic events and became a mercenary. But you don't turn your back on the Force so easily, and Kyle - accompanied by his faithful friend Jan Ors - dives back into a galaxy gripped by chaos, where a mysterious Sith cult resurfaces to threaten the peace.

The game - whose action takes place a few years after Return of the Jedi - lets players get to grips with the consequences of the fall of the Empire while exploring the remnants of its influence. The period is rich in possibilities, and the plot delivers a captivating and well-written story, full of twists, betrayals and memorable moments.

The third installment in the Jedi Knight video game series - and certainly the most appreciated - Jedi Outcast is an FPS with solid solo and multiplayer modes, coupled with smooth gameplay. While it is tempting to expect a pure action game, the title surprises with its subtle balance between shooting sequences, lightsaber combat, exploration and puzzle solving.

All these strengths make Jedi Outcast a title not to be missed, one that never tires players throughout the whole adventure.</p>

<p>Somewhere in the middle of the movie saga's first trilogy, it is Luke Skywalker or Wedge Antilles (and perhaps later a bonus character dressed all in black...) that we find in a series of thrilling missions aimed at destabilizing the Empire.

Rogue Leader - the second installment in the Rogue Squadron shoot'em up series - puts players in the cockpit of the Star Wars franchise's iconic ships to experience epic space battles across 10 base levels and 5 bonus levels. Offering a wide variety of ships - from X-Wings to Snowspeeders - the title delivers a unique flying experience and intense space battles with smooth handling. The missions are varied, from attacking Imperial convoys to protecting the Rebels on Hoth.

Although Rogue Leader is an incredible game, it is not without minor flaws, such as an increased difficulty due in part to somewhat stiff controls. But these issues are not enough to keep Rogue Squadron II from being a must-have classic for Star Wars fans and - more broadly - for all fans of space combat games, who should enjoy the title's difficulty.</p>