Summary
- Release Year: 2005
- Genres: Role-playing game (RPG)
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Sony Online Entertainment
- Publishers: LucasArts
Star Wars Galaxies: Rage of the Wookiees is the second expansion pack to the massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) Star Wars Galaxies. It was released on May 5, 2005, and added a significant amount of new content to the game, including the Wookiee planet of Kashyyyk, a new space zone, cybernetic limbs, and more.
Kashyyyk
Kashyyyk is a lush jungle planet that is home to the Wookiees, a race of tall, furry humanoids. The planet is divided into a small central area with several instanced “dungeon” areas. The central area is home to the Wookiee city of Kachirho, as well as a number of other settlements and landmarks. The dungeon areas include the Shadowlands, a dark and dangerous forest; the Wookiee Burial Grounds, a sacred place where the Wookiees bury their dead; and the Wookiee Tree City, a massive tree that is home to a number of Wookiee villages.
Space Zone
The Rage of the Wookiees expansion also added a new space zone, the Kashyyyk system. This system is home to a number of planets and moons, including Kashyyyk itself, its moon Alaris Prime, and the asteroid field of Myyydril. The Kashyyyk system is also home to a number of pirate and smuggler bases, as well as a number of Imperial and Rebel outposts.
Cybernetic Limbs
One of the most unique features of the Rage of the Wookiees expansion is the ability to add cybernetic limbs to a player character. These limbs can replace lost limbs or enhance existing ones, and they can provide a variety of benefits, such as increased strength, speed, or agility. Cybernetic limbs can be purchased from a variety of vendors on Kashyyyk, and they can be installed by a doctor or a droid.
Quests
The Rage of the Wookiees expansion also added a number of new quests to the game. These quests can be found on Kashyyyk, in the Kashyyyk system, and on other planets in the galaxy. The quests involve a variety of tasks, such as fighting pirates, rescuing Wookiees, and exploring ancient ruins.
Creatures
The Rage of the Wookiees expansion also added a number of new creatures to the game. These creatures include the varactyl, a large, reptilian creature that can be ridden by players; the mynock, a small, bat-like creature that can be found in caves and forests; and the gorax, a large, predatory creature that can be found in the Shadowlands.
Starships
The Rage of the Wookiees expansion also added two new starships to the game: the B-wing and the TIE Defender. The B-wing is a Rebel Alliance bomber that is known for its powerful firepower, while the TIE Defender is an Imperial starfighter that is known for its speed and maneuverability.
Reception
Star Wars Galaxies: Rage of the Wookiees received generally positive reviews from critics. The expansion was praised for its new content, including the planet Kashyyyk, the space zone, and the cybernetic limbs. However, some critics found the expansion to be too short and lacking in endgame content.
Legacy
Star Wars Galaxies: Rage of the Wookiees is considered to be one of the best expansions for Star Wars Galaxies. The expansion added a significant amount of new content to the game, and it helped to keep the game fresh and exciting. The expansion is also notable for its introduction of cybernetic limbs, which became a popular feature in the game.
Conclusion
Star Wars Galaxies: Rage of the Wookiees is a solid expansion pack that adds a significant amount of new content to the game. The expansion is well-worth playing for fans of Star Wars Galaxies, and it is still considered to be one of the best expansions for the game.
Review Score
7.5/10
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