Kinect Star Wars (2012)

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Summary

Kinect Star Wars: A Revolutionary Star Wars Experience

Released in 2012, Kinect Star Wars was a revolutionary game that brought the Star Wars universe to life like never before. Harnessing the controller-free power of Kinect for Xbox 360, Kinect Star Wars allowed fans to physically hone their Jedi skills, wield the power of the Force in their hands, pilot iconic starships and vehicles, rampage as a vicious rancor monster, or even dance with iconic Star Wars characters.

Gameplay

Using full-body motions, players could live out the ultimate Star Wars fantasy. The game featured a variety of modes, including:

  • Jedi Destiny: A story-driven campaign where players created their own Jedi character and fought their way through the Clone Wars.
  • Duel of Fates: A multiplayer mode where players could battle each other with lightsabers.
  • Galactic Dance Party: A mode where players could dance with iconic Star Wars characters, such as Darth Vader, Yoda, and Princess Leia.
  • Rancor Rampage: A mode where players could control a rampaging rancor monster and destroy everything in their path.

Kinect Star Wars was praised for its innovative gameplay and immersive experience. It was one of the first games to truly take advantage of the Kinect’s motion-sensing capabilities, and it set a new standard for Star Wars games.

Features

In addition to its innovative gameplay, Kinect Star Wars also featured a number of other features, including:

  • Voice control: Players could use their voice to control the game, such as by saying “Use the Force” to activate their lightsaber.
  • Character customization: Players could create their own custom Jedi character, choosing their species, gender, and lightsaber style.
  • Online multiplayer: Players could team up or compete against each other online in a variety of multiplayer modes.

Reception

Kinect Star Wars was a critical and commercial success. It received positive reviews from critics, who praised its innovative gameplay, immersive experience, and family-friendly appeal. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 2 million copies worldwide.

Legacy

Kinect Star Wars is considered to be one of the best Star Wars games ever made. It set a new standard for Star Wars games, and its innovative gameplay has been imitated by many other games. Kinect Star Wars is also credited with helping to popularize the Kinect controller.

Conclusion

Kinect Star Wars is a revolutionary game that brought the Star Wars universe to life like never before. Its innovative gameplay, immersive experience, and family-friendly appeal made it a critical and commercial success. Kinect Star Wars is a must-play for any Star Wars fan.

Additional Details

  • Developer: LucasArts
  • Publisher: Microsoft Studios
  • Release date: April 3, 2012
  • Platforms: Xbox 360
  • Genre: Action-adventure
  • ESRB rating: E10+

Awards

  • 2012 BAFTA Games Award for Best Family Game
  • 2012 Golden Joystick Award for Best Family Game
  • 2012 D.I.C.E. Award for Family Game of the Year

Review Score

8.5/10

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Nish is a software engineer by day and avid gamer who loves to play video games after he puts his two boys to bed. His insights delve into the mechanics, and storytelling of the games he plays with the aim to share his passion with the audience. He loves to travel back to his native India and travel the country on his restored Royal Enfield Bullet 350, a relic from a simpler time, like some of the games he plays.

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