Everyone knows that Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic is still the best Star Wars game ever made. By introducing a new story and characters thousands of years before the usual stories (ie, there’s no friggin’ Hoth level in this one) they managed to create a fresh take on a series that still continues to be done to death. The incredible conversation system and freedom afforded to your character was really empowering. Of course, my guy was the most evil bastard around. I think I managed a triple cross some characters at one point.
Today Lucasarts officially announced the long-rumored Star Wars: The Old Republic, which will unfortunately be an MMO. This isn’t the first attempt at a Star Wars MMO, of course. 2003’s Star Wars: Galaxies was a moderate hit which was soon destroyed with its “New Game Enhancements” that effectively screwed up the game for its players, making it much easier and less complex. People left it in droves after that.
The only thing that could possibly bring gamers back is to take them back to the high point in Star Wars gaming, and by grabbing original KOTOR developer BioWare (Mass Effect) to get behind it.
In Star Wars: The Old Republic, players will explore an age thousands of years before the rise of Darth Vader when war between the Old Republic and the Sith Empire divides the galaxy. Players can choose to play as Jedi, Sith, or a variety of other classic Star Wars roles, defining their personal story and determining their path down the light or dark side of the Force. Along the way, players will befriend courageous companions who will fight at their side or possibly betray them, based on the players’ actions. Players can also choose to team up with friends to battle enemies and overcome incredible challenges using dynamic Star Wars combat.
The story will be set 300 years after the events of the first KOTOR. It’s interesting to note how cartoony the graphics look here… more in line with The Clone Wars than the more realistic characters of the older games. But how will it play in its new form?
“Traditionally, massively multiplayer online games have been about three basic gameplay pillars — combat, exploration and character progression,” says Dr. Ray Muzyka, Co-Founder and General Manager/CEO of BioWare and General Manager/Vice President of Electronic Arts Inc., “In Star Wars: The Old Republic, we’re fusing BioWare’s heritage of critically-acclaimed storytelling with the amazing pedigree of Lucasfilm and LucasArts, and adding a brand-new fourth pillar to the equation — story. At the same time, we will still deliver all the fun features and activities that fans have come to expect in a triple-A massively multiplayer online game.
It’s definitely got people excited, but I can’t be the only one that wishes they would just make another single player game. MMOs are about as interesting to me as going LARPing. (Really, it’s just that I know how much time I spend playing games as is, never mind one that would take over my life like an MMO).
Make sure to check the new official site out for more info and keep an eye here for more details on its release.
18 comments
What's wrong with Hoth levels?
cause just about every game made after Empire had a hoth level.
When I clicked on the story after reading the headline all I could think was, "Fuck, YES! TIE Fighter is coming back?!" Thank you for dashing my hopes.
any star wars game with tatooine or hoth levels if fucking gay
First Jedi Outcast is the best Star Wars game ever. And what's wrong with hoth levels. If you're against Hoth levels then you are a pussy.
this is fucking gay, complete what you started.
Best "Star Wars" game? Eh, I'd have to go with "TIE Fighter" or the original "Dark Forces" (yes, I know the latter was basically "Doom" with "Star Wars" characters, but it was still fucking awesome).
I should have just recorded my play through KOTOR and watched it in place of the prequels.
I'm pretty sure theres a lot more people who want Knights of the Old Republic 3 than this. Last I checked single player games were generally still outselling mmos like 20 to 1.
Best Star Wars game is Rebel Assault II. Ya batty boys.
Oerwinde, they outsell MMOS but they don't out earn them. Subscription based gaming is the golden calf of the industry. Even a moderately successful one will make a company tens of millions more than if they released a stand alone.
I just started Warhammer Online, and my wife is addicted to WoW. I need another MMO like I need mouth cancer.
Hey cool! The best StarWars game of all time returns! As a shitty MMO that will get boring after 2 weeks!
*reads title* They're doing a Masters of the Teras Kasi 2?
*reads article* Oh.
KOTOR is way up on the list of best Star Wars games, and also hands down wins best Star Wars Prequel. They have to be a little careful of what happened with KOTOR2 though — that was an interesting game that was rushed through to release without really fleshing out the ending. So you ended up with good gameplay, interesting characters, a plot that didn't make any damn sense, and big letdown of an ending. If they do a KOTOR MMO right, I'll be right there, but they really need to nail the landing.
Best Star Wars game? Super Bombad Racing anyone?? Anyone?
KOTOR was great, but I still think either TIE Fighter or Jedi Knight is the best SW game ever.
That first picture reminds me of a Dark Trooper.
well now lets see how bad they will screw this game like they soe killed SWG,by making apealing to 9 years old kids. lets see!!!!
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