If you’re wishing to travel to a galaxy far, far away, you’re in luck, because the Nintendo Switch has plenty of Star Wars games for players to lose themselves in:
Available Now:
Star Wars Pinball
Release Date: September 13, 2019 (EU & NA) / December 13, 2019 (JP)Players: up to 4 playersGenre: Simulation, ApplicationGame File Size: 1.4 GB
Feel the power of the Force™ in Star Wars™ Pinball!
19 TABLES CELEBRATING A GALAXY FAR, FAR AWAY
• Movie Adaptations: Episodes IV – VIII; Rogue One: A Star Wars Story; Solo: A Star Wars Story • TV Adaptations: Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels • Characters: Han Solo, Darth Vader, Lando Calrissian in the Calrissian Chronicles table, Boba Fett, Droids • Locations: Ahch-To Island, Mimban • Themes: Jedi versus Sith in Masters of the Force, X-wings vs. TIE fighters in Starfighter Assault, or experience the Might of the First Order
NINTENDO SWITCH™ EXCLUSIVE FEATURES AND MODES
In addition to HD Rumble and vertical play, Star Wars Pinball boasts several new features and modes exclusive to Nintendo Switch as a standalone product: • Galactic Struggle: Every Star Wars Pinball player in the galaxy will choose to support the light or dark side in a perpetual online digital tug-of-war between the forces of good and evil. Which path will you choose? • Career Mode: Designed with short on-the-go gameplay sessions in mind, this mode challenges you to complete very specific pinball-based missions across all 19 tables. o Choose the path of the Jedi or the Sith as you progress through 50 career ranks. o Some missions involve mastering awesome Star Wars-themed mini-games that might be difficult for some players to access through regular play, such as piloting an X-wing or TIE fighter or fighting Darth Vader in a lightsaber duel. • Force Powers and Talents: Collect Holocron Shards during missions to unlock Force powers and talents that yield special in-game bonuses when activated, such as multipliers, slowing down time and more. • Cantina Jukebox: Collect the greatest tunes in the galaxy as you play each table. Once you’ve heard a song, you can listen to it any time you like in the game lobby.
Also, challenge anyone in the galaxy through Galactic Tournaments, League Play and, of course, old-fashioned high scores achieved through Single Player mode.
Kyle Katarn’s classic adventure lands on Nintendo Switch™! Experience the legendary single-player epic with modernized controls.
As Kyle Katarn, agent of the New Republic, use your Lightsaber and the full power of the Force to combat a new evil plaguing the galaxy.
Choose wisely from an arsenal of 13 weapons including disruptor rifle, thermal detonators, trip mines, and Wookiee bowcaster.
Test your skills in 24 single-player missions, four epic boss fights, and one unforgettable cantina.
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STAR WARS Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy
Release Date: March 26, 2020 (EU & NA)Players: up to 16 playersGenre: Action, AdventureGame File Size: 3.6 GB
The online multiplayer classic comes to Nintendo Switch™ with modernized controls. Take on the role of a new student eager to learn the ways of the Force from Jedi Master Luke Skywalker.
Play with up to 16 online players in six online multiplayer modes including: Siege, Capture the Flag, and Free for All.
Customize your character by defining both look and gender before entering the Academy to learn the power and dangers of the Force.
Construct your own Lightsaber from handle to blade. As you progress, discover the power of wielding two Lightsabers or the ultimate double-bladed Lightsaber made famous by Darth Maul.
Interact with famous STAR WARS characters in many classic STAR WARS locations as you face the ultimate choice: fight for good and freedom on the light side or follow the path of power and evil to the dark side.
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STAR WARS Episode I: Racer
Release Date: June 23, 2020 (EU & NA)Players: up to 2 playersGenre: RacingGame File Size: 226 MB
The fan-favorite racer is back featuring motion controls!
Take control of a podracer speeding through flaming methane lakes, Tusken Raider assaults, anti-gravity tunnels, and much more in a pulse-pounding, do-or-die fight to the finish line.Key Features:■ Choose from 25 playable racers including: Anakin Skywalker, Sebulba, and Ratts Tyerell■ Race tracks spanning 8 unique worlds including: Tatooine, Baroonda, and Malastare■ Work with Pit Droids to upgrade your podracer for higher top speeds and acceleration■ Discover short-cuts and secrets to master your lap times.
Boss, Fixer, Scorch, and Sev, better known as Delta Squad, are back on Nintendo Switch™! Relive the legendary campaign.
Welcome to the Clone Wars: Chaos has erupted throughout the galaxy. As leader of an elite squad of Republic Commandos, your mission is to infiltrate, dominate, and ultimately annihilate the enemy.Battle Relentless Enemies: Battle a variety of highly intelligent and deadly enemies—from brutal Trandoshan mercenaries to the flying insectoid warriors of Geonosis.The Squad is Your Weapon: Your squad will follow your orders, performing complex commands and strategic maneuvers. You are their leader. They are your weapon.
Four thousand years before the Galactic Empire, hundreds of Jedi Knights have fallen in battle against the ruthless Sith and you are the last hope of the Jedi Order. Can you master the awesome power of the Force and save the Republic? Or will you fall to the lure of the dark side?
A Star Wars epic set in the untouched era before the rise of the Empire, filled with unique characters, creatures, vehicles and planets.
A deep RPG experience with customizable characters and meaningful choices that impact the story, your squad, and even yourself.
Harness the power of the Force with over 40 different abilities and wield your own lightsaber.
Adventure through eight enormous and iconic Star Wars worlds, including Tatooine and Kashyyyk, in your own starship, the Ebon Hawk.
Choose your party from and build everlasting bonds with nine unique crewmates, including Twi’leks, droids and Wookies.
Hero or villain, savior or conqueror… you alone will determine the fate of the entire galaxy!
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LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga
Release Date: April 05, 2021 (EU & NA)Players: 1- 2 playersGenre: ActionGame File Size: 14.2 GBThe galaxy is yours in LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga. Experience memorable moments and nonstop action from all nine Skywalker saga films reimagined with signature LEGO humor.The digital edition includes an exclusive classic Obi-Wan Kenobi playable character.
Explore the Trilogies in Any Order – Players will relive the epic story of all nine films in the Skywalker Saga, and it all starts with picking the trilogy of their choice to begin the journey.
Play as Iconic Heroes and Villains –More than 300 playable characters from throughout the galaxy.
Discover Legendary Locales – Players can visit well known locales from their favorite Skywalker saga films. They can unlock and have the freedom to seamlessly travel to 23 planets as they play through the saga or explore and discover exciting quests.
Command Powerful Vehicles – More than 100 vehicles from across the galaxy to command. Join dogfights and defeat capital ships like the Super Star Destroyer that can be boarded and explored.
Immersive Player Experiences – String attacks together to form combo chains and fend off oncoming attacks. New blaster controls and mechanics allow players to aim with precision, or utilize the skills of a Jedi by wielding a lightsaber and using the power of The Force.
Upgradable Character Abilities – Exploration rewards players as they uncover Kyber Bricks which unlock new features and upgraded abilities across a range of character classes, including Jedi, Hero, Dark Side, Villain, Scavenger, Scoundrel, Bounty Hunter, Astromech Droid, and Protocol Droid.
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STAR WARS: The Force Unleashed
Release Date: April 20, 2021 (EU & NA)Players: 1 – 2 playersGenre: Action, AdventureGame File Size: 4 GBYou are Starkiller, Darth Vader’s secret apprentice, who has been trained to hunt down and destroy the Jedi. Take advantage of devastating Force powers and lightsaber combos to do Darth Vader’s bidding. Similar to the 2008 release on the Nintendo Wii™, use the Nintendo Joy-Con motion controls to truly feel the destructive power of the Force or challenge a friend to a 1v1 in the local multiplayer Duel mode!**Play as Darth Vader’s “Secret Apprentice”** –Destroy all who stand in your way in your ultimate quest to serve Lord Vader. Discover the untold story of the Secret Apprentice set between STAR WARS: Revenge of the Sith and STAR WARS: A New Hope.**Unleash Epic Force Powers!** –Just like it’s original release on the Nintendo Wii, players can unleash devastating Force powers and lightsaber combos using the Nintendo Joy-Con’s optional motion controls.**Local Multiplayer Duel Mode.** –Choose from 27 characters to battle a friend in a local multiplayer mode to determine the galaxy’s most powerful Jedi!**Travel the Star Wars galaxy.** –Defeat Jedi Masters on familiar worlds, including Cloud City and the Wookiee homeworld Kashyyyk, or at other unique locations like the floral planet Felucia and the junk planet Raxus Prime.
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STAR WARS: Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords
Release Date: June 8, 2022 (EU & NA)Players: 1 playerGenre: Role-Playing, Action, AdventureGame File Size: 15.7 GB In this standalone sequel to the award-winning RPG STAR WARS: Knights of the Old Republic, the Sith Lords have hunted the Jedi to the edge of extinction and are on the verge of crushing the Old Republic. With the Jedi Order in ruin, the Republic’s only hope is a lone Jedi in exile struggling to reconnect with the Force. Lead a diverse crew of unique allies, make difficult choices with far-reaching consequences, and decide your destiny. Will you follow the light side and save the Galaxy, or succumb to the dark side and bring it all down…
Key Features:
A Standalone Sequel: Experience the follow-up to the acclaimed STAR WARS™: Knights of the Old Republic™ in this original RPG epic set in the darkest days of the Old Republic.
Choose Your Destiny: Discover your past and make difficult choices that aren’t as clear-cut as “good or evil.” Each decision can have a significant impact on your story and your squad. Will you uphold the Jedi Order, or lead the galaxy to ruin?
Master the Force: Choose from three different Jedi classes, each able to wield specific Force powers, and customize your characters with unique skills and abilities.
Lead Your Crew: Command a party of diverse crewmates, each with their own strengths, alignments and nuanced back stories. Your actions will influence your crew’s destinies, but not everyone may agree with the choices you make…
The Sith Lords Restored Content DLC: Expand your experience even further with this incredible collection of content featuring new crew dialogue and interactions, a bonus mission starring HK-47, and a new revamped ending, coming as free DLC post-launch.
Star Wars™: Dark Forces Remaster has been brought to life by the team at Nightdive Studios, fully remastered through its proprietary KEX engine. New and returning players will enjoy Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster’s upgraded gameplay, high-resolution textures, enhanced lighting and rendering, and support for gamepads.
The original 1995 Star Wars: Dark Forces raised the bar for FPS games, offering players a significant degree of movement and interactivity, a large selection of items and power-ups, and engaging environments.
In the first Star Wars FPS video game, players assume the role of Kyle Katarn, a defector of the Galactic Empire turned mercenary for hire. Katarn joins the Rebel Alliance’s covert operations division tasked with infiltrating the Galactic Empire, where he discovers the secret Dark Trooper Project. The development of this powerful new series of Imperial battle droids and power-armored stormtroopers stands to strengthen the Empire’s grip on the galaxy unless Katarn and the Rebel Alliance intervene.
Key Features:
Access to “The Vault”. Enjoy a thoughtfully curated collection of various types of development material and in-game assets showcasing the rich history of this iconic title.
Engaging first-person ground combat featuring ten weapons and twenty types of enemies
Advanced 3D rendering enables updated lighting and atmospheric effects.
A variety of power-ups are made available to the player, including health, shields, weapons and ammunition.
For combat, the player may use fists, explosive landmines and thermal detonators, as well as blasters and other ranged weapons.
Includes immersive environmental puzzles and mazes.
Fight in iconic battles from across the STAR WARS™ galaxy! Play the classic STAR WARS Battlefront games on modern consoles, online and offline in this complete classic collection.
This Classic Collection includes:
STAR WARS Battlefront (Classic)
Includes Bonus Map: Jabba’s Palace
STAR WARS Battlefront II
Includes Bonus Maps: Bespin: Cloud City, Rhen Var: Harbor, Rhen Var: Citadel, and Yavin 4: Arena
Includes Bonus Heroes: Asajj Ventress & Kit Fisto
Key Features:
Traverse the Galaxy in Campaign Mode & Galactic Conquest
Galactic Conquest: Devise your strategy, recruit your troops, and execute your tactical vision for conquering the galaxy.
STAR WARS™ Battlefront Campaign: Experience iconic battles from STAR WARS Episodes I-VI
STAR WARS™ Battlefront II Campaign: Join the rise of Darth Vader’s elite 501st Legion of Stormtroopers
Massive Locations with up to 64-player Online Support
Fight on the ground: Wookiee Warriors, Jet Troopers, Droidekas and more in massive multiplayer action
Drive iconic vehicles: Speeder Bikes, AT-STs, AT-RTs, and more in offensive and defensive battles
Pilot legendary starships: TIE fighters, X-wings, and more in space and air dogfights
Expanded Hero Assault – Hero Assault is playable on all ground maps including: Death Star, Kashyyyk, Kamino, and Naboo for the first time ever
Fight with heroes: Mace Windu, Yoda, Luke Skywalker, and many others!
Battle with villains: Darth Maul, General Grievous, Darth Vader, and many others!
Following the end of the Galactic Civil War, the bright lights of The Arena burst into life and offer new heroes a platform to shine across the galaxy. Located deep in the Outer Rim on the planet of Vespaara and broadcast far and wide on the HoloNet, the stories and legends of battles that have defined galactic history are brought to life to entertain audiences and create champions seeking fame and fortune in this new gladiatorial spectacle.
The Arena brings together all-new, unique Hunters from across the Star Wars galaxy each with larger-than-life personas, rich undiscovered pasts and ability sets that make them formidable combatants.
Gear up for battle choosing from a roster of new characters, including nefarious bounty hunters, heroes of the Rebellion, Imperial stormtroopers, and everything in between. Outclass opponents by mastering advanced abilities, skills and strategies while fighting it out in intense 4v4 third-person combat and dominating opponents on the road to fame in The Arena.
Customize each Hunter by collecting and equipping them with fun and unique costumes, animations, and weapon appearances, making for an impressive competitor that stands out on the battlefield and is ready to challenge for glory.
Dazzle The Arena’s crowd, competing across multiple PVP game modes; within Escort, defense and attack skills are crucial as the team need to work together to safely escort the payload before their enemies defeat them. In Control, two teams battle it out to defeat one another and take control of the central objective area until the time runs out. Each battlefield set in The Grand Arena on Vespaara evokes iconic Star Wars locales such as Tatooine, Hoth and Endor.
STAR WARS: Bounty Hunter(August 1, 2024)
Developer: Aspyr Media | Price: $19.99
Genre: Action, Adventure | File Size: 9.5 GB
Bring In Your Bounty, Dead or Alive –
Let the Hunt Begin – In this classic third-person action-adventure, you’ll become Jango Fett, Prime Clone of the Grand Army of the Republic, hired to capture a deranged Dark Jedi.
Relive the Timeless Tale – Experience the legendary Bounty Hunter fantasy set before the events of Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones. Face off against foes and maneuver through acrobatic battles in this adaption optimized for today’s consoles and hardware.
Armed to the Teeth – Fight your way through the galaxy’s underbelly, equipped with Dual Blasters, your Flamethrower, Whipcord, and pure Mandalorian Rage.
Upcoming New Adventures:
N/A
Honourary Mentions:
Brawlhalla
Relevance: Characters from Star Wars (Obi-wan Kenobi & Anakin Skywalker) were added to Brawlhalla in March 2024.
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