Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II Collector's Edition

by LucasArts

• The collector's edition also has a voucher code for exclusive content that will require the player to have a valid XBOX LIVE/PS3 acct and an internet access
• Fight through challenge levels designed to test and hone your fighting and Force power skills while you skillfully manage your combat techniques to defeat brand-new enemies, which will culminate in epic boss battles
• Collector's Edition extras: collectible steelbook, Starkiller 2GB flash drive designed by Mimobot, digital art book. In-game content (3 exclusive challenge mode levels, exclusive Ralph McQuarrie concept "Deak Starkiller" skin, exclusive lightsaber crystal)
• Continue the galaxy-altering journey of Starkiller, Darth Vader's fugitive apprentice, that shapes the key events between Star Wars: Episode III and Episode IV
• Unleash the Force with more power and precision through improved controls and new powers, such as the deceptive Mind Trick, which turns enemies against their allies and Force Fury, which exponentially increases other powers
• Take combat to the next level with the ability to wield dual lightsabers and punish enemies with all-new combo attacks as well as expanded customization options such as new costumes and power-enhancing lightsaber crystals

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B003O6G718
• Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 5.4 x 1.4 inches ; 9.9 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: October 26, 2010
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (73 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,906 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Platform: Xbox 360 | Edition: Collector's Edition

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Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II is a single player action game for Xbox 360 and sequel to 2008's Star Wars: The Force Unleashed. Following a unique storyline revolving around Darth Vader's secret apprentice, that parallels the events of Star Wars: Episode III and Episode IV, The Force Unleashed II revels in addictive and over-the-top Force-based gameplay powers which include those seen in the first game as well as new powerful additions like Force Fury and the Jedi Mind Trick. Additional features include dual-wielded light sabers, increased puzzle-solving gameplay, expanded customization and all-new combo attacks. This collector's edition contains a variety of additional items. See the complete list of its contents below. The Epic Saga Continues The Star Wars Saga continues with Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II, the highly anticipated sequel to the fastest-selling Star Wars game ever created, which has sold more than seven million copies worldwide. In Star Wars: The Force Unleashed, the world was introduced to Darth Vader's now fugitive apprentice, Starkiller-the unlikely hero who would ignite the flames of rebellion in a galaxy so desperately in need of a champion. In the sequel, Starkiller returns with over-the-top Force powers and embarks on a journey to discover his own identity and to reunite with his one true love, Juno Eclipse. In Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II, Starkiller is once again the pawn of Darth Vader-but instead of training his protégé as a ruthless assassin, the Dark Lord is attempting to clone his former apprentice in an attempt to create the Ultimate Sith warrior. The chase is on - Starkiller is in pursuit of Juno and Darth Vader is hunting for Starkiller. Continue the adventures of Darth Vader's fugitive apprentice Starkiller. View larger. Over-the-top boss battles. View larger. All-New Abilities and Tactics With all-new devastating Force powers and the ability to dual-wield lightsabers, Starkiller cuts a swath through deadly new enemies across exciting worlds from the Star Wars films - all in his desperate search for answers to his past. Along with using the power of the force to puzzle-solve by creating paths where there once were none, players can also look forward to a new explosive abilities. A few of these are Force Fury, a temporary ratcheting up of standard Force powers far beyond normal levels, and the Jedi Mind Trick that can make enemies either act as allies in combat, or cause them to take their own lives. Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II Collector's Edition for Xbox 360 Includes View larger. Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II for Xbox 360 Premium collectible steelbook Exclusive in-game content Three exclusive challenge mode levels Exclusive Ralph McQuarrie concept "Deak Starkiller" skin Exclusive lightsaber crystal Exclusive Mimobot USB designer drive preloaded with bonus content Starkiller 2GB flash drive designed by Mimobot Digital art book, featuring insights into the art of The Force Unleashed II Key Game Features Continue the galaxy-altering journey of Starkiller, Darth Vader's fugitive apprentice, that shapes the key events between Star Wars: Episode III and Episode IV Unleash the Force with more power and precision through improved controls and new powers, such as the deceptive Mind Trick, which turns enemies against their allies Discover the true power of Starkiller with Force Fury, where his attacks and Force powers are exponentially increased Improved targeting system enhances precision use of Force powers and greater interaction with puzzles and the environment Take combat to the next level with the ability to wield dual lightsabers and punish enemies with all-new combo attacks Experience the most lifelike interactions with Pixelux Entertainment's Digital Molecular Matter (DMM) coupled with euphoria from Natural Motion LTD and the powerful Havok Physics system Expanded customization options such as new costumes and power-enhancing lightsaber crystals Fight through all-new challenge levels designed to test and hone your fighting and Force power skills Skillfully manage your combat techniques to defeat a variety of brand-new enemies, which will culminate in epic boss battles Immerse yourself once again in the story that was honored with awards from the Writer's Guild of America and the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences Additional Screenshots Force powers old & new. View larger. Dual wield light sabers. View larger. Run for your life moments. View larger. All-new powerful enemies. View larger.

Product Description

The Star Wars Saga continues with Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II, the highly anticipated sequel to the fastest-selling Star Wars game ever created, which has sold more than seven million copies worldwide. In Star Wars: The Force Unleashed, the world was introduced to Darth Vader’s now fugitive apprentice, Starkiller—the unlikely hero who would ignite the flames of rebellion in a galaxy so desperately in need of a champion. In the sequel, Starkiller returns with over-the-top Force powers and embarks on a journey to discover his own identity and to reunite with his one true love, Juno Eclipse. In Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II, Starkiller is once again the pawn of Darth Vader—but instead of training his protégée as a ruthless assassin, the dark lord is attempting to clone his former apprentice in an attempt to create the Ultimate Sith warrior. The chase is on – Starkiller is in pursuit of Juno and Darth Vader is hunting for Starkiller. With all-new devastating Force powers and the ability to dual-wield lightsabers, Starkiller cuts a swath through deadly new enemies across exciting worlds from the Star Wars films - all in his desperate search for answers to his past. Collector's Edition includes: Premium Collectible SteelBook Exclusive In-Game Content: Three exclusive challenge mode levels Exclusive Ralph McQuarrie concept "Deak Starkiller" skin Exclusive Lightsaber crystal Exclusive MIMOBOT designer 2GB USB Flash Drive: Exclusive Starkiller USB flash drive, which comes preloaded with: Digital art book, featuring insights into the art of Star Wars The Force Unleashed II Game script by Haden Blackman Themed wallpapers

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

29 of 32 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Collector's Edition This Is Not October 26, 2010

By David G. Marowske

Platform for Display:Xbox 360|Edition:Collector's Edition

Fun: 4.0 out of 5 stars   

My review is for the Collector's Edition and in specific the added content for the additional $15-$20 you are going to pay for it.

I just picked mine up today and let me say the Collector's Edition is quite disappointing. First, there is only 1 disc in the steel case, not two as pictured. The steel case itself is pretty cheap and lightweight, as opposed to previous steel case releases. It feels like a aluminum pop can, and probably can be dented quite as easily. The outer case holding everything together is pretty cheap, and the plastic scratches easily, causing the outer artwork to come off. Over time, the outer case's artwork will deteriorate with wear and tear. So basically, you get a cheap steel case, a flash drive and piece of paper with codes for the added content for an extra $15-$20 depending on where you buy it. Collector's edition it is not.

33 of 37 people found the following review helpful

1.0 out of 5 stars Very disappointing, this was. November 5, 2010

By James Yturralde

Platform for Display:Xbox 360| Edition:Collector's Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

Fun: 2.0 out of 5 stars   

This is my personal opinion of the game. Take it at that.

Having been a gamer for a long time, and a huge fan of Star Wars, I was really looking forward to this game. Add in that the first game re-ignited my passion for Star Wars, I thought this game was going to be a MUST!

I was severely wrong.

The Good:

They made improvements on the targetting system, the graphics, and incorporated some interesting ideas into the saber crystal system.
The new XP system is a little easier to deal with, than the previous level system.
The secondary lightsaber makes for some interesting ideas.

The Bad:

Very little actual story, amounting to about 20 minutes.
Game play is about 5-8 hours, IF you are trying to find everything, and not skipping the few story scenes. There is no online multi-player component to justify such a lack, unless you count the challenge levels.
The Force Fury system allows you to increase your powers, but really does little, besides being able to beat certain enemies with your force powers, that you would have to use your lightsabers, instead.
Beyond a couple of enemies that you HAVE to use your lightsabers to fight (if you fight them without using Force Fury), you can pretty much walk through almost all levels, using only your force powers.
The promises made by Julio Torres (LucasArts Executive Producer on the game), about this being Starkiller's version of 'The Empire Strikes Back' are very much unfulfilled, as this game is little more than a glorified 'Hack-and-slash', with Force Powers.
The challenge levels are not very challenging.
The interesting ideas I refered to about the second lightsaber, were not taken advantage of, except when using the grab that uses the lightsabers.

The Ugly:

This seems to be just a VERY poor rip off of the Batman:Arkham Asylum set up.
The story that is there, is very weak.
The challenges are mainly repeats of each other.
The main point seems to be to cause wide scale destruction as you go through a level.
The Digital Molecular Matter system seems to have been downgraded to an earlier, less functional version, from the version in the original game.

My thoughts:

This is very disappointing, just based upon what was given in the previous game. While they did make improvements, the improvements actually add to the disappointment. Kind of like most sequals, in movie franchises, the second installment was no where near as good as the first, even taking into account the problems that the original game had. Overall, the game gave a very poor showing of itself. The ending is probably the most disappointing aspect. And while I will not give you spoilers (I don't like games spoiled for me, so I dont do it to others), I will say that the only thing worth seeing in the light side ending, is Starkiller realizing that he controls his own destiny. Personally, I say read the book, instead. Far less disappointing.

If you have to buy the game, wait until you can get it for less than $15-$20. As bad as I feel for Amazon, and anywhere else that sells games, for saying this, I do not feel that the game is worth paying full price.

13 of 15 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Very fun game November 2, 2010

By Rendar55

Platform for Display:Xbox 360| Edition:Collector's Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

I had an immense amount of fun playing through the campaign. Unfortunatly, it was a very short game, only taking about 5-6 hours of play to beat. The graphics were better than in the first, which is always a plus. I also thought the combat system was more streamlined and it was easier to control Starkiller.

I recommend NOT buying the collectors edition. The challenge levels aren't nearly as much fun as the campaign, so you are essentially paying the extra money for a 2GB USB drive. Of course, it is a pretty sweet USB drive...