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Gaming

Replaying Epic Adventures

Games, both electronically or old school on a board, allows fans to become part of the action.

I got to try out a Star Wars console game (X-Box I think) upon the invitation of a former church friend. My favorite part was flying around a Star Destroyer like in a space battle movie scene. I'd like to say I was hooked, but the systems were just too expensive, and I had already invested in a Wii (based on the same friend's recommendation) for playing TW Golf.

PC and Console Games

Only a few years ago did I buy a used Wii Lego Game of the Complete Saga. It's neat how the blocky characters recreate scenes one can replay. I have not gotten very far but since joining the Steam community I was able to obtain the (updated) PC Skywalker version.

★ Player Info: It appears that the different platform games are different in story play. The PC version has a lot of really great humor. But both are a fun way to spend hours as one of your favorite characters in the 9 episodes (PC) of the saga.

When I was curious about a Wii game that allows one to play as a Jedi, I ended up coming across Jedi: Fallen Order. It's available on PC and other console platforms, and many gamers and critics agree that it's one of the coolest, most realistic, and immersive games I have ever seen. This game (and bounding at galaxy's Edge) led me to cosplay as its hero Cal Kestis.

I so want to have a BD-1 droid companion. I wish that Lego would make a midi-sized model of the Stinger Mantis ship (I was so close to buying a MOC and then the seller took it off the site! Though I have seen mods of existing sets or custom builds on fan sites.). And there's the need of still getting Cal's saber and blaster.

★ Data Link: Check out my Review on the Cal Kestis section.

Cal Kestis and his droid BD-1.

Squadrons is a flight simulator game. Unique is that you play both for the Rebellion and the Empire. There's iconic but limited ships. But the realism of flight and battle is as realistic as on screen. Except that you are in control. The game can be played alone or online against others across different platforms.

One of the most iconic of electronic Star Wars games that has cult status and is still considered the gold standard is Battlefront. There are games that have build on it, but Battlefront II which I own but have not played (yet) is still the most popular. My Celebration Edition includes all extra characters and it covers all eras and locations. i can't wait to try it but there is only so much time to play!

In the same line of Fallen Order and its sequel Survivor is the game Outlaws. As I understand it, the heroine Kay Vess is a scoundrel (like Han) who needs to use strategy and master fights in various assignments. From what I have read and seen, the graphics are top notch, the story line open to player choices, and the places you can go are many and varied. I have this game in my wish list.

Watch an introduction of Outlaws by its game developer:

★ Player Tip: There are certain times games go on Sale, for example around holidays, SW events, or after the release of a sequel.

Other Games

There are many other games. Most of which I am not familiar with.

One game iteration uses these little mini figures and vehicles. There appear to be role playing games in the format like D&D. And all kinds of toy makers flooded the market with familiar takes on popular board games with a Star Wars take. Not to speak of toys for playing with sabers or droids and you name it.

Here's examples of more or less successful attempts to turn Star Wars into traditional board games:

Monopoly

A very nice member of my congregation told me that I get to keep her family's Star Wars Monopoly Episode I edition. I am still looking for someone to play it with me. The figures are of a high metal quality and buildings resemble those on Corusant. And of course you don't play for Monopoly dollars but SW credits.

Galactic Battle Game

One different game used these kinds of special figures. They are chosen based on values and moved according to wind-up numbers and battle with mechanical movement. The Galactic Battle Game did not live long but some fans may still keep it alive. I was given Darth Vader by a church member who sells on eBay. It's a unique collector's memorabilia.

★ Data Info: Did you know that everything in official Star Wars games is meticulously researched to fit into the larger existing framework of the story, and everything new appearing in it, like new characters, becomes part of the Canon?

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