10 of the best games on the universe of "Star Wars"

1. Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic

platforms: PC, macOS, Xbox One, iOS, Android.

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic - the first thing that comes to mind when talking about the game on the universe of "Star Wars." Party RPG from BioWare studio made a considerable stir even before release. While most games covering the events, starting with the first episode of the saga, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic sends us in the days of the Old Republic. This epoch - of the expanded universe of "Star Wars", which is most common in comics and books.

Corporate identity BioWare felt immediately: charismatic companions terrifying villain, as well as a complex moral choices - solid frame, which holds the majority of games studio. You will walk the path of the Jedi masters the average person to get their hands on a ship Ebon Hawk, gather their first lightsaber and fight the mighty Darth Malak.

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2. Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords

platforms: PC, macOS.

Keeping the best ideas of the first part, the creators of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords have brought some radical changes. Thanks to this game was more profound and sophisticated. For example, the opportunity to influence its allies, if we find them the right way. Influenced not only by opening new branches in the dialogues, but also can change the character.

The plot is built around the Sith, can plunge into the chaos of the entire galaxy. On the shoulders of the player has the responsibility to save the world from their tyranny. As always, the choice is yours: you can fulfill the purpose or kill all, to know the power of the dark side of the Force and unchallenged rule the galaxy.

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3. Star Wars: Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast

platforms: PC, macOS.

The game tells about the events that occurred a few years after the Battle of Yavin IV - a very important date in the history of "Star Wars", when the first "Death Star" has been destroyed.

In the role of a Jedi exiled Kyle Katarn player helps the New Republic to finish off the remnants of the imperial troops. Katarn left the order to move out of fear of the dark side and gave up his lightsaber. But forces have their own plans for the former Jedi.

Players will return to the main character in the way of truth, to find a lightsaber and fight the forces of the revived Empire, commanded by Dark Jedi Dessau.

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4. Star Wars: Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy

platforms: PC, macOS.

Another example of a successful sequel. Although Jedi Academy to be not such a large scale as a Jedi Outcast, she brought in a series of a few fresh ideas. In the role of a talented student of the Jedi Academy Jaden Qurra player is in the center of events associated with the resurrection of Marka Ragnos - a very old and powerful Sith.

Unlike the previous game, Jedi Academy, you can choose the side of the Force, and the character's lightsaber. The rest of it is similar to its predecessor. You will visit the places about which we read in the books, and you will see well-known characters such as Luke Skywalker.

A great gift for fans of the expanded universe of "Star Wars" from 2003.

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5. Star Wars: The Force Unleashed

platforms: PC, macOS, Xbox One.

The most far-away from the canon story, but it is even plus. Developers are free to do anything. So there was a powerful Starkiller - Darth Vader's pupil.

The game takes place between the original trilogy and the prequels. In the midst of a crusade against the Jedi, Darth Vader is a child, Force-sensitive, and takes his training secret from Palpatine.

Star Wars: The Force Unleashed allows you to fully enjoy the power of the dark side: to crush the opponent's stone or boulder with all his strength to throw it against the wall. If this is not enough, you can always fry the enemy lightning or send an orbital flight using the thrust force. Starkiller and not shy in front of the large enemies. The fit of anger young Sith effectively cuts the AT-ST at the earliest opportunity.

Game about brave apprentice of Darth Vader will satisfy the hunger of fans missed the third-person shooter in the universe of "Star Wars", which is very little.

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6. Star Wars: Republic Commando

Platform: PC.

Stormtroopers from "Star Wars" know everything, and jokes about their accuracy has overgrown decent beard. But with their predecessors from the prequels, things are different.

In Star Wars: Republic Commando action takes place during the Clone Wars. The player assumes the role of commander of a special tactical unit "Delta". Clones of the game is no longer perceived as cannon fodder. They are full of personality, which wants to empathize.

The game received mixed reviews, but many players are still waiting for the continuation of the history of the detachment "Delta".

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7. Star Wars: Battlefront II (2005)

Platform: PC.

Surely everyone wants to join the battle on Hoth or snow-covered desert Geonosis, Windu become the master and carry his head Jango Fett or shoot a walking of tanks. All this can be done in the Star Wars: Battlefront II.

More rich and ambitious second part can boast of new regimes, epochs and game mechanics. It also appeared in the battle space, which caused a genuine delight fans of "Star Wars." The game features two eras, the four warring factions and all known characters.

As Battlefront 2015, the game impresses with the opportunity to participate in large-scale events of the film and feel the atmosphere of "Star Wars."

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8. Game Series LEGO Star Wars

platforms: PC, macOS, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, iOS, Android.

In LEGO-game has its own atmosphere and a special charm. They enthusiastically play both adults and children. In addition, it is an excellent opportunity to visit the familiar locations from the movie.

LEGO Star Wars parody plays already known event films. Games of this series are not as serious as the others on this list, but it is a plus. The opportunity to fight in the role of Darth Vader's side by side with Master Yoda worth it.

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9. Star Wars: The Old Republic

Platform: PC.

After Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords fans cherished the hope of the third part, but BioWare and EA have decided otherwise. The game changed its name to Star Wars: The Old Republic, and has become a MMORPG. Gaming community rebelled, because everyone wanted to continue the series. Developers and publishers were relentless, but the players did not want to be angry. Therefore, to get the first fully voiced MMORPG, which has managed to combine the advantages and disadvantages of the two genres.

In Star Wars: The Old Republic has a pilot whales and other annoying MMO-Mechanics. At the same time, the game pleases fascinating story. Each class has its own history, companions, and even ships. Game mechanics for different classes are also different. In addition, each class has a subclass, and abilities green tree will allow the player to adjust the character to your playing style.

To take full advantage of the game, will have to find partners, to join the guild of Event and participate in, but not necessarily. The pleasure of Star Wars: The Old Republic can be obtained by playing exclusively in the storyline campaign.

If you missed the Old Republic, go ahead and start this game. It turned out eventful and interesting characters, and content in it is not enough for a dozen sleepless nights.

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10. Star Wars: Empire at War

platforms: PC, macOS.

Strategies to "Star Wars" is not very much, though the setting is perfect for this genre. Star Wars: Empire at War - undeservedly forgotten, but beloved by fans of the game. Events are developed between the III and V episodes. The player selects one of the warring parties: the rebels or the Galactic Empire.

To win, you need to discover new technologies, build ships, plan of attack, and then unleash the full power of the Imperial Star Destroyers in the Rebel fleet. And even better to destroy a couple of planets volley of "Death Star."

Wildest dreams of fans of "Star Wars" became a reality in a massive Star Wars: Empire at War.

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