"One of the best Star Wars games in recent years, it beats its main rival (in graphics and replayability stakes) Red Alert 2 by lightyears. It combines the best of Age of Kings technology with the plethora of imagination and quality of history of the Star Wars universe.

Playability: 4/5
The ease of use for this game is unbelievable, its only down point being that there isn't as many hotkey commands or unit abilities as I would have liked but don't let my high standards alter your view of this game.

Replayability: 5/5
Thanks to LucasArts' custom scenario and custom campaign modes you the gamer are now able to create your own missions and storylines. If you don't feel like doing this just visit some gaming sites and you should be able to download campaigns that other owners of the game have created. If that doesn't appeal to you there is always the standard game feature much like the skirmish option in the Command & Conquer games.

Originality: 3/5
Although it is the first true RTS in the Star Wars Universe it was created using Microsofts Age of Kings engine which means its not the most original game in the world. Don't blame LucasArts for this, blame the C&C series for existing because C&C is the reason why all RTS games rate so low on originality.

Overall this game beats all contenders to its crown.

9/10

If you think this review is a little biased I apologize, but that's life!" - ghediclift2002