![]() Where Kyle's previous adventure involved love, revenge and the fate of the galaxy, Jaden's mostly just involves the fate of the galaxy. And to be honest, even if the story were told in a completely linear, focused fashion, it just still wouldn't be as good. ![]() Here the cutscenes are shorter at least but definitely still lacking the impact of those in the previous game. Hell, the plot was so good, we didn't even mind the lengthy cutscenes that broke up the action. This is quite a change of pace from the relentless plot that drove the previous game. Since the player can now choose from a set of missions, the relationship they each bear to the overall story is less pronounced. To begin with, the story's simply not as tight this time around. But this relatively open mission structure doesn't come without some notable disadvantages. These smaller missions offer a chance to build up extra Force powers and even reveal some small clues to the overall shape of the main story. Once that's done, you'll have the chance to choose from five more missions before the process repeats itself again. You can choose these missions in any order (and even skip the fifth one if you're that anxious to get on with the story) before you're forced to take a mission along the main plot line. Suffice it to say that you'll have a group of five missions to choose from after the introductory training is over. We're pretty sure that those reasons are at least somewhat nefarious, but since the point of the game is figuring out who's behind it and what they're up to, we hesitate to say more than that. That work, by the way, involves a new cult that's trying to siphon up Force power for reasons unknown. You'll visit a surprising range of locations right from the start before settling in for the real work at hand. It's a great way to get your feet wet and ease you in to the environments and the saber fighting before the challenge level ramps up. It's nice that the game offers a series of fairly short, relatively unconnected missions at the start. In all, the early levels aren't too much of a challenge and can be passed in the matter of a few hours. As a new student in the Jedi Academy you'll go on quite a few milk runs at the start. I'm mollified somewhat by the decision to let players create their own character's appearance here but I can't shake the feeling that, since the character is created according to the player's preference, that we'll be seeing yet another character for Star Wars Jedi Knight: The College Years. Still, it's better than a contrivance to get Kyle back to a weaker state to provide a compelling challenge and sense of progress to the game. ![]() I understand why Raven and Lucas opted to go with an entirely new character for the series but it's still hard to say goodbye to such an old friend. One of the biggest changes is that you won't be playing as Kyle Katarn. While the title does many things better than Jedi Outcast, Jedi Academy nevertheless comes with a few minor problems that bring entirely new frustrations. All rights reserved.So I should just cut and paste my Jedi Outcast review and replace all the "greats" with "phenomenals," right? Well, not quite. LucasArts, the LucasArts logo, STAR WARS and related properties are trademarks in the United States and/or in other countries of Lucasfilm Ltd. Six multiplayer modes including team based siege mode and two-on-one power duel.Customize characters before enrolling in the academy.Unique tiered level selection allows you to choose you adventure and the missions you take based on the skills you need to become the ultimate Jedi Knight. Construct your own lightsaber™ from handle to blade color. Create your own characters by defining various characteristics, such as species, gender, clothing and physical attributes allowing for a more personal experience before entering the academy to learn the powers - and dangers - of the Force™. Interact with famous classic Star Wars™ locations and characters while facing the ultimate choice: fight for good and freedom in the light side or follow the path of power and evil to the dark side. Upon each victory, Jaden's powers grow until eventually becoming an apprentice to Kyle Katarn, and must fight the temptation of turning to the dark side. ![]() On the path to becoming a Jedi Master Jaden must fight through various missions taking place accross the galaxy, from Hoth to Tattoine. As a new student of Luke Skywalker's Jedi Academy, follow an ancient tradition and learn the powers - and dangers - of the Force™.Īs a Dark Jedi Cult knows as the Disciples of Ragnos threaten the galaxy, Jaden Korr, a student of Luke Skywalker's Jedi Academy must learn the ways of the jedi in order to defend it.
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