Anna Sky Hulton wields her lightsaber and feels the Force...
Star
Wars fever has started up again and it is no coincidence that
with the release of the Third Episode there is a computer game
to 'match'.
This
game, taking the name of the film, Star Wars: Episode III Revenge
of the Sith, closely follows the plot and at times uses footage
from the film.
Star
Wars: Episode III is a third-person action game where you get
the chance to play as Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi as they
take on the Evil forces. As Anakin you will strengthen the future
Darth Vader's Jedi skills and lightsaber techniques, getting the
chance to use the force to shield yourself and push enemies out
the way. As Obi-Wan you will use the force to control enemies'
actions and draw on precise lightsaber attacks.
Taking
place in the locations of the film, over more than 16 levels,
this game can prove a little repetitive at times as you take on
the enemies. On occasion it just becomes a 'button-bashing' fest,
but special combinations will result in more impressive moves
which all add to your character's experience. At the end of each
mission the characters can improve various aspects such as their
force push and force stun, depending on the amount of experience
they have gained during the past mission.
Nick
Gillard, Star Wars stunt co-ordinator worked closely with the
development team, which is evident when you see the characters'
movement throughout the game. Gameplay is interspersed quickly
and sometimes frantically with game and film cut scenes. As well
as including some stunts from the film, Gillard also over-saw
new sequences produced especially for the game accompanied by
music from Academy Award®-winning Skywalker Sound.
Definitely
more suited to the younger fans, this game could spoil some of
the fun of watching the film for the first time, as it includes
over 12 minutes of footage taken directly from the film. If you
are a real Star Wars fan I would suggest you buy this game after
seeing the film.
Save
the opening sequence for the big screen, I'm sure you've been
waiting for this moment for many years now.
