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Lead Rebel, Imperial, or underworld forces across a galactic map, then command real-time space and ground battles.
Released 25 May 2010
Command Star Destroyers
Target Ship Systems
Fight Planetary Battles
Command or corrupt an entire galaxy in the definitive Star Wars strategy collection. It is a time of galactic civil war. Will you take up the reins of the Rebellion, assume control of the Empire, or rule the Star Wars Underworld?
Developed by Petroglyph · Published by LucasArts, Lucasfilm, Disney
Take command of the Rebellion or Empire in campaigns set during a galactic civil war, or lead Tyber Zann’s criminal organization in the Forces of Corruption expansion. The Gold Pack includes the base game and expansion.
Manage forces across a galaxy map, direct armies, and conquer or liberate more than 80 ground and space locations. Each location offers a strategic advantage, and decisions shape the battles that follow.
Fight real-time battles in space and on planets with troops, vehicles, and starships. In space, fleets can target specific ship systems; the expansion adds underworld tactics such as piracy, kidnapping, racketeering, and bribery, along with new units and planets.
Supplied reviews often highlight the mix of galaxy-map strategy and real-time battles, especially space combat where players can target individual ship systems. Many also enjoy the Star Wars setting and the range of campaigns, while frequently praising the modding community for adding new eras, factions, and ways to play. Some reviewers find the original game dated or clunky, particularly its ground combat and unit movement.
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Players | 2–3 |
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| Multiplayer | The store features list confirms online PvP. The expansion description states multiplayer supports three-faction battles and mirror matches. Reviews confirm online multiplayer was restored on Steam and is used for matches with friends, including free-for-all play. No provided text confirms local multiplayer, LAN as a native feature, or co-op campaign. |
| Multiplayer & mods | The game is moddable and has Steam Workshop support. Reviews state mods are widely used and help keep multiplayer active, but the provided text does not explicitly confirm which mods are multiplayer-compatible or how they alter multiplayer rules beyond adding content. |
| Controller required | No |
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| Website | Official website |
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