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Star Wars: The Force Unleashed hits different when it boots instantly in your browser. Released in 2008 on the Sony PSP, this action classic from LucasArts is ready the second you press start — no downloads, no setup.
An Ultimate Sith Edition of the game, containing both new and previously released downloadable content, was released in November 2009, and later ported to Mac OS X and Windows. An enhanced remaster of the Wii version, developed by Aspyr, was released for the Nintendo Switch on April 20, 2022.
Star Wars: The Force Unleashed
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| Action | Keyboard | Controller |
|---|---|---|
| D-Pad Up | ↑ | D-Pad up |
| D-Pad Down | ↓ | D-Pad down |
| D-Pad Left | ← | D-Pad left |
| D-Pad Right | → | D-Pad right |
| ✕ Cross | Z | Bottom face |
| ○ Circle | X | Right face |
| □ Square | A | Left face |
| △ Triangle | S | Top face |
| L | Q | Left shoulder |
| R | W | Right shoulder |
| Start | Space | Start |
| Select | V | Select |
| Analog Up | I | Analog up |
| Analog Down | K | Analog down |
| Analog Left | J | Analog left |
| Analog Right | L | Analog right |
🎮 PSP controls
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| Action | Keyboard | Controller |
|---|---|---|
| Analog Up | W | Analog up |
| Analog Down | S | Analog down |
| Analog Left | A | Analog left |
| Analog Right | D | Analog right |
| D-Pad Up | ArrowUp | D-Pad up |
| D-Pad Down | ArrowDown | D-Pad down |
| D-Pad Left | ArrowLeft | D-Pad left |
| D-Pad Right | ArrowRight | D-Pad right |
| Cross | J | Bottom face |
| Circle | K | Right face |
| Square | U | Left face |
| Triangle | I | Top face |
| L | Q | Left shoulder |
| R | E | Right shoulder |
| Start | F | Start |
| Select | Shift | Select |
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The Story Behind Star Wars: The Force Unleashed
It retains the motion controls from the Wii version, allowing players to use the Joy-Con controllers to perform various actions like swinging the lightsaber and using Force powers. Developers also had to strike a balance between realistic and entertaining physics. IGN praised the game's voice acting, particularly Witwer's performance as Starkiller.
Dark Horse's The Force Unleashed graphic novel was published August 18, 2008. Conversely, Entertainment Weekly called The Force Unleashed the second-worst game of 2008 and GameTrailers called it the most disappointing game that year; it was also a nominee for GameSpots Most Disappointing Game recognition. Looking for allies to aid his mission, Starkiller finds an alive Kota on Cloud City, rendered blind from Starkiller's earlier victory over him and reduced to alcoholism, and rescues him from Imperial forces.
How Star Wars: The Force Unleashed Plays
GameSpot found the DS version's plot interesting but the storytelling itself "lackluster". Although a moment in the game's main story was considered as a "jumping off point" for the expansion, LucasArts decided instead to make the new mission instantly accessible to players. In April 2005, after several months of planning, the LucasArts team received Lucas' encouragement to create a game centered on Darth Vader's secret apprentice in the largely unexplored period between Revenge of the Sith and A New Hope, drawing the two trilogies together.
Although the game introduces new characters, developers felt the presence of characters already part of Star Wars would help anchor the game within the official continuity. The gameplay is intended to be easy to learn; the development team included "horrible" gamers to help ensure the game's accessibility. Star Wars: The Force Unleashed received mixed reviews from critics, praising its story, voice acting, physics, art, and soundtrack, but criticizing its linear gameplay and technical issues.
Why Players Still Load It Up
LucasArts spent six months developing the story. The handheld versions utilize wireless multiplayer for a 4-player battle mode. ILM's face- and motion-capture "CloneCam" technology recorded actors' voice and physical performances.
Darth Vader arrives as the planet is invaded and eliminates any Wookiee resistance between him and the fugitive Jedi. In April 2005, after several months of planning, the LucasArts team received Lucas' encouragement to create a game centered on Darth Vader's secret apprentice in the largely unexplored period between Revenge of the Sith and A New Hope, drawing the two trilogies together. GameSpot called the PSP version's camera "unwieldy", but added that smaller and less cluttered environments make the targeting system less frustrating than on other platforms.
Star Wars: The Force Unleashed — Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy the original Star Wars: The Force Unleashed?
See the "Other Places You Can Get This Game" section below the article for legitimate places to buy real-world versions.
What console was Star Wars: The Force Unleashed released on?
LucasArts shipped Star Wars: The Force Unleashed for the Sony PSP back in 2008, and this page runs that release.
Can I save my progress in Star Wars: The Force Unleashed?
Yes. Create a free account and the player unlocks save states — snapshot your progress at any moment and resume later on any device.
How many players does Star Wars: The Force Unleashed support?
This browser version of Star Wars: The Force Unleashed handles 1 player(s).