Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast

by LucasArts

Product Details

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• ASIN: B00006LEMP
• Item Weight: 3.2 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: November 19, 2002
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (59 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,373 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Manufacturer's Description

In the tradition of the multi-award-winning Star Wars: Jedi Knight, Star Wars, Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast features rebel agent Kyle Katarn in exhilarating first-person action. Several years have passed since Kyle avenged his father's death and saved the Valley of the Jedi from Jerec and his band of Dark Jedi. Allowing his Force powers to languish for fear of falling to the dark side, Kyle entrusted his lightsaber to Luke Skywalker, vowing never to use it again. But when a new and menacing threat to the galaxy emerges, Kyle knows he must reclaim his past in order to save his future.

Players assume the role of Kyle as they employ a unique mix of weapons, Force powers, and the lightsaber in both single- and multiplayer modes. Jedi Outcast features expanded and enhanced use of the lightsaber, with new attack and defense moves. Tap into the powers of the Force, including jump, push, Jedi mind tricks, and more. Employ combat or stealth, depending on the situation. When a fight is necessary, be at the ready with an arsenal of weapons: stun baton, Bryar blast pistol, and blaster rifle, to name but a few.

Explore breathtaking Star Wars locales such as Cloud City, the Jedi Academy on Yavin 4, Nar Shaddaa, the smugglers' moon--plus some never-before-seen locations. Multiplayer options include capture the flag, free for all, team FFA, duel, weapons-only, and Jedi master.

Product Description

In the tradition of the multi-award-winning Star Wars: Jedi Knight, Star Wars, Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast features rebel agent Kyle Katarn in exhilarating first-person action. Several years have passed since Kyle avenged his father's death and saved the Valley of the Jedi from Jerec and his band of Dark Jedi. Allowing his Force powers to languish for fear of falling to the dark side, Kyle entrusted his lightsaber to Luke Skywalker, vowing never to use it again. But when a new and menacing threat to the galaxy emerges, Kyle knows he must reclaim his past in order to save his future.

Players assume the role of Kyle as they employ a unique mix of weapons, Force powers, and the lightsaber in both single- and multiplayer modes. Jedi Outcast features expanded and enhanced use of the lightsaber, with new attack and defense moves. Tap into the powers of the Force, including jump, push, Jedi mind tricks, and more. Employ combat or stealth, depending on the situation. When a fight is necessary, be at the ready with an arsenal of weapons: stun baton, Bryar blast pistol, and blaster rifle, to name but a few.

Explore breathtaking Star Wars locales such as Cloud City, the Jedi Academy on Yavin 4, Nar Shaddaa, the smugglers' moon--plus some never-before-seen locations. Multiplayer options include capture the flag, free for all, team FFA, duel, weapons-only, and Jedi master.

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good, but not great..., January 23, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast (Video Game)

In my opinion, with the exception of Rogue Leader, this is the best Star Wars game yet. However, that isn't necessarily saying much considering the fact that Star Wars video games are almost always really bad. Regardless though, this is a pretty solid title for both fans of Star Wars and non-fans alike.

My review is basically for the single player part of this game, because if you were really interested buying this game for it's multiplayer options, you'd get it on PC or possibly X-box. However, there is still a multiplayer element in the game that is entertaining as well as helpful, especially if you want to hone your Jedi skills.

Again, Jedi Outcast is a really solid game. You start off in your basic FPS scheme which is pretty easy to pick up. Everything controls well enough. Although not great, the graphics are above average I'd say. The music is flat out great, basically the score from the OT (Original Trilogy). Once you regain your Jedi skills, the game kicks up to a whole new level. I've never seen a more realized version of lightsaber fighting. In previous Star Wars games involving lightsabers, it was button mashing, and there was not contact between lightsabers. In this, the lightsabers clash and the sparks start to fly. The tiny nuances that go into the lightsaber fighting are truly amazing. I, for one, am glad that you have to *earn* the lightsaber (although you actually get it once you are about 15% through the game; it doesn't take long like others have mentioned.) The story is pretty good also and sets up the levels well.

On the downside, there are a few flaws in the game. For one,the cutscenes are horrible; poorly drawn and poorly animated. The collisions fields are weird at times as well. Another gripe are the controls when in 3rd person, it's sometimes hard getting the analog lightsaber to do what you want. I don't know if this the fault of the game or having to use a controller, though. Lastly, some of the levels are bogus. For the most part, they are excellent, but then the developers seemed to have over-extended themselves and created some ... gameplay that is just frustrating. The stealth level, the anti-gravity, and the escorting the droid are all poorly done and detract from the game.

All in all, I think this is a good purchase. It is somewhat hard, but personally I like that. I'd rather have a game that last then pay $.. for 8 hours of gameplay. This game has its flaws, but like I said, it still is quite possibly the best Star Wars game ever, it captuers the essence of Star Wars perfectly. If you are a fan of Star Wars, this is a no-brainer.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Game!, February 16, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast (Video Game)

Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast is one of the best games I've ever played, coming close to The Legend of Zelda and other greats. The controls are different and take some getting used to, and the cut-scenes have poor graphics, but the game is awesome besides that. You start the first level, Kejim Outpost, with only a Bryar Blaster Pistol, but eventually you pick up other weapons such as the E-11 Blaster Rifle and Thermal Detonators. The story line goes like this, Kyle Katarn (you) and Jan Ors check out Imperial activity on an "abandoned" base, and discover attempts to artificially input the force into living beings. After the mission Mon Mothma informs you of a loss of communications from Artus Prime, which has several light saber crystal deposits. Kyle loses it after a tragic event (I won't spoil game) and visits the Valley of the Jedi to regain his force powers, unknowingly being followed by the dark Jedi Dasan. You regain your lightsaber and your force powers eventually return (very) slowly. You meet up with Lando Calrissian, and go on to Bespin and other places I have'nt reached yet. This is an awesome game and is definitely worth it.

22 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Force is definitely with this game..., December 3, 2002

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This review is from: Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast (Video Game)

I think that LucasArts did a fine job transferring JKII over to the Gamecube. The graphics are great, allowing detailed close ups. The cutscenes are just as good as the PC version. They even changed the levels around a little(not much, though). The fighting sequences are fast and dazzling, and without the jearkiness of the computer you can really enjoy them. And the multiplayer options are THE BEST multiplayer options I have ever seen! You don't even need a second human player! Cool!

The only downside is that LucasArts had a hard time transferring the controls over from the keyboard to the Gamecube controller. It took me a long time to get used to them, and I'm still having trouble. But the lightsaber makes up for it!

If you already have the computer version of the game don't buy it for the Gamecube, but if you don't, then go for it! I love Star Wars, and this game doesn't let its good name down!