Classic Star Wars Episode 1 Game Remaster Revealed
Aspyr and Lucasfilm Games announced is making a comeback to modern gaming platforms. The remaster will include everything players know and love from the original release, as well as some new content to enjoy.
Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles launches on January 23, 2025, for PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. It will cost $19.99. However, anyone interested can get a 10% discount on the game when they preorder. Preorders are live now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC via Steam.
Originally released in 2000, Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles is a side-scrolling arcade action game set during the prequel trilogy film. Players can choose from several characters including Mace Windu, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Qui-Gon Jinn, and Plo Koon, and play in iconic locations from the film. This can be done alone or with a friend via couch co-op throughout all 10 levels, and bonus mini-games.
This remaster includes all the original characters and levels right from the star. So yes, players can jump in as Darth Maul, Captain Panaka, or Queen Amidala right when they start the game. This particular version includes 13 new playable characters to unlock after the first playthrough. These new characters include Rifle Droid, Tusken Raider, Ishi Tib, and Weequay. Some other new features include a modern control scheme, lightsaber color toggle, classic cheat codes, and other surprises.
“Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the original STAR WARS Episode I: Jedi Power Battles with this fast-paced lightsaber action game featuring enhanced gameplay, models, environments, game modes, and more,” says the game’s official description. “Use the power of the Force and your trusty lightsaber against legions of droids, assassins, and other legendary foes as you fight through iconic locations from STAR WARS: Episode I – The Phantom Menace™ like Theed Palace and more.”
This Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles remaster is just one of many Star Wars games Aspyr and Lucasfilm Games have
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