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Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic

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By Michael Klappenbach, About.com

Knights of the Old Republic

Knights of the Old Republic

The Bottom Line

Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic is truly an instant classic, it revitalizes the Star Wars series of games which was in strong need of a new champion.
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Pros

  • Compelling and interactive storyline.
  • Star Wars role-playing game with customizable characters.
  • Excellent graphics, sound, and general multimedia experience is one of a kind.

Cons

  • Single player only.

Description

  • Set in the Golden Age of the Republic - over 4,000 years before the first Star Wars film.
  • Action-packed Star Wars role-playing experience with customizable and evolving playable characters.
  • Journey spans seven different Star Wars worlds
  • Build/customize your party and upgrade your equipment in your own starship, the Ebon Hawk.
  • Numerous mini games or quests with the main storyline of Knights of the Old Republic.
  • The rules system in the game is based on the Wizards of the Coast Star Wars D20 rules.

Guide Review - Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic

After appearing at the top of many of Game Of the Year list for 2003, I had to take a look and see what all the talk was about.

After finally experience, I knew that all the talk was correct, Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic well deserves all of the accolades it is receiving.

Set some 4000 years before any of the Star Wars films Knights storyline is not only entertaining but compelling each character, or setting has a in depth background and history which I feel is comparable to the Lord of the Rings trilogy.

Your character, which is completely customizable to your liking, has a mysterious bond to two evil Sith lords Darth Malak and Darth Revan. In searching for the mystery behind these Sith and their rise to power there are many minor quests that uncover the history to many of your companions or characters met along the way.

Developed by, BioWare, the same developers as Baldur's Gate and Neverwinter Nights, Knights of the Old Republic uses the d20 RPG system from Wizards of the Coast. Those familiar with Dungeons and Dragons will be very familiar with character's abilities, stats and other features.

The in game graphics and sound effects of battles is very good. This along with the blend of action packed battles, brain teasing missions, and intricate detail of every scene and character make this gaming experience very enjoyable.

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