Star Wars: Empire at war

[P-Ray]

http://inlandempirestrikesback.net/v-web/g...y/SWEmpireAtWar (http://inlandempirestrikesback.net/v-web/gallery/SWEmpireAtWar)

Has anybody heard of this and/or know what it is?

[Darth Darthy]

It's in the latest issue of PC Zone and it looks fantastic. It's the latest attempt at a Star Wars RTS but it looks like they got it right this time. Looks like it's not just ground based either because I saw some pics of a rather nifty looking Stardestroyer.

EDIT:
IESB have that issue of PC Zone apparently because those are scans of the pics.

[Kapit]

hmmmm, looks decent, i doubt i'll play it, i'm not a a fan of RTS games, but you never know

[Master Magnus]

Yes, and I'm SO looking forward to it. There's an article over at Rebelscum:

http://www.rebelscum.com/article.asp?i=88774

I really liked Force Commander and I hope it's similar, though the possibility to control Star Destroyers sounds awesome! That's something I've been looking forward to.

[stormtrooper9]

style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/happydance.gif style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/happydance.gif style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/happydance.gif BTW I hated Force Commander with a passion I loved BattleGrounds I hope its more of a BG Oh and a good map editer better be in it. style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/drool.gif

[Master Magnus]

There's a preview at 1up.com with some early screenshots:

http://www.1up.com/do/previewPage?cId=3137719

I must say that this sounds WAY better than both Force Commander and Galactic Battlegrounds. There are some 20 planets, and the ability to blockade and invade planets etc. sounds awesome! I especially like that the surviving troops is all you got after a battle.

It looks as if this game is what Galactic Battlegrounds should have been from the beginning.

[Tresk Im'nel]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>I really liked Force Commander and I hope it's similar, though the possibility to control Star Destroyers sounds awesome! That's something I've been looking forward to.[/b][/quote]

Wow, that sounds great! style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/biggrin.gif I also thought FoComm was great, although I realise we're probably in a minority there. style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/wink.gif I had always hoped the sequel would be Fleet Commander, looks like this comes close. style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/biggrin.gif

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>with some early screenshots:[/b][/quote]

Ooooh! style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/drool.gif

Check this one out:

http://www.1up.com/do/slideshow?pager.offs...718&mId=1405049 (http://www.1up.com/do/slideshow?pager.offset=12&mt=0&cId=3137718&mId=1405049)

There's an Acclamator in there (not even sure which side it's on...), and also one of those Star Destroyers is a Victory-class ship. WOW! This looks great. I wonder if there will be a custom mission option with enough flexibility to do post-ROTJ scenarios and pit Star Destroyers against Star Destroyers (NRN vs. Imperial Navy or Empire vs. warlords...)?

I assume there will be Interdictors and old Venator-class Star Destroyers in there, dare we hope for Vindicator-class Cruisers and Class II Frigates? Or maybe some of the Dreadnoughts and Battlecruisers mentioned in recent ICS and ITW books (Praetor, Procurator and Mandator classes)...

[Master Magnus]

Yes, great stuff. Tresk Im'nel, I was also hoping for something similar to what you called Fleet Commander. That would have been cool.

[Tresk Im'nel]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>Tresk Im'nel, I was also hoping for something similar to what you called Fleet Commander. That would have been cool.[/b][/quote]

Yeah, I used to play Harpoon Classic a lot, and I really wanted to see a SW equivalent come out. Hopefully the space battles in EaW will come close, since I have the feeling this is as close as we'll ever get...

[MXCABRINI]

Looks like a good game, hope it is!

[Master Magnus]

Originally posted by MXCABRINI@Jan 18 2005, 04:56 AM
Looks like a good game, hope it is!
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I'm pretty sure it will be.

[Master Magnus]

There's a new article (with screenshots) about Empire at War over at the OS:

http://www.starwars.com/gaming/videogames/...ws20050121.html (http://www.starwars.com/gaming/videogames/news/news20050121.html)

It's scheduled for release this fall, a long wait, but I'm sure it'll rock!

[Tresk Im'nel]

Hmm. Interesting article, thanks for the link, Magnus. style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.gif

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>Set a few years before the events of Episode IV A New Hope, the game will let players witness aftermath of Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith, including the creation of the Rebel Alliance, and Darth Vader's rise to power. Star Wars: Empire at War is scheduled for a release in Fall 2005 from LucasArts.[/b][/quote]
Hmm. Interesting, this puts it in pretty wide-open terrain continuity-wise...

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>Using an entirely new game engine created by the Las Vegas-based developer Petroglyph[/b][/quote]
This could be good news, I don't know...

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>the game will feature beautifully rendered land and space battles set on memorable planets such as Hoth, Tatooine and Dagobah as well as never-before-seen environments taken directly from the Star Wars films and expanded universe novels[/b][/quote]
Uh, the Battle of Dagobah? style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/huh.gif That could be a reference to the battle between Yoda and that Bpfasshi Dark Jedi, but I doubt that, since if the Empire had known of Dagobah, he wouldn't be hiding there. More likely Dagobah is one of the "alternate timeline" options they were talking about...

I wonder what the EU locations will be. And maybe some all-new planets, like in Force Commander...

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>strategic and tactical elements from previous events will have a permanent effect on the galaxy.[/b][/quote]
That sounds great. Probably a bit like Rebellion, but I've never had the chance to play that one.

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>As players build, manage and progress their space and ground-based units, troops and vehicles, memorable Star Wars hero characters will begin playing a role in key situations.[/b][/quote]
That sounds great. Based on the wording, it sounds as if they'll probably introduce new characters, as well as familiar ones from within the established continuity.

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[stormtrooper9]

Cant wate. Is there a map editer ?

[Master Magnus]

You're welcome. I agree that it sounds similar to Rebellion (a game I like and still play from time to time), but I do hope that space combat has been improved.

[Darth Darthy]

It's made by the same team who made C&C so it'll probably be pretty good.

[Dani_Maul]

Originally posted by Darth Darthy@Jan 22 2005, 11:47 AM
It's made by the same team who made C&C so it'll probably be pretty good.
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Yesss!!!!!! style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/happydance.gif style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/happydance.gif style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/happydance.gif style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/happydance.gif

When I first looked at the pics from this game I was floored. This is one of the prettiest looking RTS's I've seen. I can't wait for it. It looks to be a lot more fun than their previous attempts at RTS.

[Tresk Im'nel]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>When I first looked at the pics from this game I was floored. This is one of the prettiest looking RTS's I've seen.[/b][/quote]

I know what you mean, those Stormtroopers look almost as detailed as KOTOR characters! style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/w00t.gif

[Darth Darthy]

That's the angle of the images. They won't look that good when you see them properly. One of the images is a nice example of that - the Stormtroopers foot is in fact a rectangular box with gouraud shading applied. Don't get me wrong, it does look real nice but this is an RTS. It's not about the graphics and once you see it moving you'll relize that.

This'll be a good game of all the Star Wars toys you couldn't fit in your chest. After all, thats all an RTS is. And it's gonna be great! Peeow, bang, boosh!

[Dani_Maul]

Originally posted by Darth Darthy@Jan 22 2005, 08:01 PM
That's the angle of the images. They won't look that good when you see them properly. One of the images is a nice example of that - the Stormtroopers foot is in fact a rectangular box with gouraud shading applied. Don't get me wrong, it does look real nice but this is an RTS. It's not about the graphics and once you see it moving you'll relize that.

This'll be a good game of all the Star Wars toys you couldn't fit in your chest. After all, thats all an RTS is. And it's gonna be great! Peeow, bang, boosh!
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But compared to other RTS's I've played this is one of the better looking ones. I'm looking forward to unleashing the wrath of the Empire on unsuspecting Rebel scum! style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/devil.gif

[Darth Darthy]

Yeah but it won't be out until the end of the year. By then, what looks it has now will have diminished. We're in for a new era of graphics this year - 2005 will see the preview of the new consoles and technologies like Unreal 4 Billion and ten.

[stormtrooper9]

Since when does a Rebublic Assault Ship is showned with a star distoyer and A wings?
http://inlandempirestrikesback.net/v-web/g...mpireAtWar/13_G (http://inlandempirestrikesback.net/v-web/gallery/SWEmpireAtWar/13_G)

[Tresk Im'nel]

Originally posted by Dani_Maul@Jan 22 2005, 05:19 PM
But compared to other RTS's I've played this is one of the better looking ones. I'm looking forward to unleashing the wrath of the Empire on unsuspecting Rebel scum! style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/devil.gif
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I'll probably mostly play as the Rebel side. style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/tongue.gif

Originally posted by stormtrooper9@Jan 22 2005, 06:48 PM
Since when does a Rebublic Assault Ship is showned with a star distoyer and A wings? http://inlandempirestrikesback.net/v-web/g...mpireAtWar/13_G (http://inlandempirestrikesback.net/v-web/gallery/SWEmpireAtWar/13_G)
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Presumably the Empire kept using Acclamator-class ships for some time after the Clone Wars. I'd also expect to see Venator-class Star Destroyers as well as the Imperial- and Victory-class vessels seen in the screenshots...

For that matter, there's a reference to what sounds like an Acclamator being used in the liberation of Coruscant from the Yuuzhan Vong in The Unifying Force, 30 years after ROTJ...

[Master Magnus]

There's another article with some new screenshots over at Gamesradar. The site is kinda annoying, but the screenshots are great.

http://gamesradar.msn.co.uk/news/default.a...bsectionid=1589 (http://gamesradar.msn.co.uk/news/default.asp?pagetypeid=2&articleid=33948&subsectionid=1589)

About the Acclamators, my guess is that the Empire mothballed those ships and kept as reserve.

EDIT: Oh, I just found out that Empire At War has been given a site over at LucasArts:

http://www.lucasarts.com/games/swempireatwar/

There's not much yet, but there are screenshots and concept art. Some of the screenshots are really beautiful (especially the first pic).

[Sam Kenobi]

Got an e-mail about it. Looks good.

[Swamprat_Jedi_Knight]

If it is at all like the new "Lord of the Rings: Battle for Middle Earth" game, that is made by and uses the new Generals engine (Command and Conquer), than we are in for a real treat. These games don't have to look that great, as LOTR:BFME illustartes, they just have to have great combat abilities. The space battles are an interesting addition as well. I fear that they won't be as cool as is possible. I doubt you will be able to jump in reinforcements, set up interdictor stategies to trap enemies. They might not even utalize the full aspect of "3-d" space, only allowing the ships to fly in one level, as if imaginary ground were in place. So you probably won't be able to fly under or above openents, firing from 4 positions. I wonder if they will even intergrate battle formations, and realistic engaements, as described in the books or in films. Example, a Star Destroyer has to "pull up beside something" exposing its entire side to the enemy, to have the greatest firepower, because of the most batteries being down the length of the vessel. More than likely it will just "fire" from the front, and the lasers will turn directions, regardless for the most part, of the vessels position. Don't get me wrong. This game looks like it is going to rock, but I wish they could incorporate all the things we read in see in there. I will definately get it. More to follow...

[Ithorian guy]

i hope it is a starwars galactic battle grounds all over again

[Tresk Im'nel]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>I doubt you will be able to jump in reinforcements, set up interdictor stategies to trap enemies[/b][/quote]

Except the screenshots do show Immobilizer-418-class Interdictor Cruisers:

http://www.lucasarts.com/games/swempireatw...eenshots/20.jpg (http://www.lucasarts.com/games/swempireatwar/images/screenshots/20.jpg)

http://www.lucasarts.com/games/swempireatw...eenshots/10.jpg (http://www.lucasarts.com/games/swempireatwar/images/screenshots/10.jpg)

[Trilogist]

Jedinet: Empire at War Screenshots (http://www.jedinet.com/software/#88518,20050128,7235)

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[Master Magnus]

The same one that's already been posted at LucasArts.

[Tresk Im'nel]

Can anyone identify this Rebel ship?:

http://www.lucasarts.com/games/swempireatw...ncept_art/3.jpg (http://www.lucasarts.com/games/swempireatwar/images/concept_art/3.jpg)

It shows up in a number of screenshots, too, but it doesn't look like anything I've seen in SW: Rebellion screenshots, or match any EU ship's description that I can think of... style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/huh.gif I'm guessing it's an all-new design...

[Sam Kenobi]

Not a clue. But it reminds me of a Nebulon Frigate.

[Swamprat_Jedi_Knight]

I did see the bulbous Imperial Inderdictors in the screenshots. However, that does not necessarily mean they will interdict, or inderdict as we know it, perhaps they simply have given then a similar "special weapon" of some kind. They have described the game as different than other RTS's previously. But does this mean that you will be able to call up reinforcements from another "map" or sector of space, at will, when your current engagements are going badly? I doubt it, but it would be awesome if they could pull it off. Like I mentioned earlier this game looks to be a Star Wars version of LOTR: Battle for Middle Earth, with the addition of space... "maps". In Battle for Middle Earth you keep your armies from previous battles, like described in Empire at War. Perhaps like in BFME, you have to hold your position with the fleet that you have, until reinforcements are available. In BFME after the reinforcement timer runs down, you can choose to never call that army in, by not pressing the button. Perhaps Empire at War will use something like this, since the games appear to be mirrored so extensively. Time will tell, we have a while to wait, unfortunately. style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/banghead.gif

[Master Magnus]

It's difficult to say one way or the other since the game engine is new.

[Cassus Fett]

its looks amazing when is it due out? I will get it i know that!

Other Question what is RTS?

[stormtrooper9]

Real Time Stragity. like Age of Empires and Warcraft

[Cassus Fett]

thanks i thought it was that just not quiet so sure.

[Jedi_Poo]

Oh yeah, this game looks like it is the shiznit. I thought Galactic Battlegrounds was cool, this game blows it out of the water. Battles on land and in space, sweet style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/happydance.gif style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/happydance.gif style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/happydance.gif style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/w00t.gif . I can't wait. It be cool if you could set up Jedi Temples like in GB and have an army with bantha loads of jedi. style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/saber.gif Snooch to the Nooch

[Cassus Fett]

Originally posted by Tresk Im'nel@Jan 30 2005, 12:39 PM
Can anyone identify this Rebel ship?:

http://www.lucasarts.com/games/swempireatw...ncept_art/3.jpg (http://www.lucasarts.com/games/swempireatwar/images/concept_art/3.jpg)

It shows up in a number of screenshots, too, but it doesn't look like anything I've seen in SW: Rebellion screenshots, or match any EU ship's description that I can think of... style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/huh.gif I'm guessing it's an all-new design...
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i think its a Bulwork Battlecruiser

[DarthAnakin]

Looks like im a little behind, just found out about this game today. style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif Maybe I should visit lucasarts.com more often. Anyways this game looks fun, can't wait to play it.

[Master Magnus]

Originally posted by Cassus Fett+Feb 21 2005, 09:50 PM--><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Cassus Fett @ Feb 21 2005, 09:50 PM)</div><div class='quotemain'><!--QuoteBegin-Tresk Im'nel@Jan 30 2005, 12:39 PM
Can anyone identify this Rebel ship?:

http://www.lucasarts.com/games/swempireatw...ncept_art/3.jpg (http://www.lucasarts.com/games/swempireatwar/images/concept_art/3.jpg)

It shows up in a number of screenshots, too, but it doesn't look like anything I've seen in SW: Rebellion screenshots, or match any EU ship's description that I can think of... style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/huh.gif I'm guessing it's an all-new design...
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i think its a Bulwork Battlecruiser
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[/b][/quote]
Hmm, it could be related to the Bulwark battlecruiser, but this ship is longer in the back. It also resembles the Nebulon-B frigate somewhat.

[Cassus Fett]

^I know what you mean but i can't think what else it could be

[Swamprat_Jedi_Knight]

I just looked through the screen-shots again, and there are quite a few new ones. This game looks a lot more promising with these new shots. Looks like we will see TIE's and X-Wings, to kick up the battle a notch, allong with Y-Wings, and TIE bombers. It's good they have fighters, otherwise it wouldn't look like a Star Wars engagement. I also noticed in a couple shots, that the ships have "shields" and "weapons" health meters, and from some of the shots, it looks almost like you can taget the weapon implacements on the hulls.
The coolest thing of all I noticed, is that space appears to have some depth in it. Allowing ships to be in different plains, and engage each other. Rather than most space games, where everything is one a single plain. That factor will surely add to the strategy. I hope they throw in a few more surprises, so that space battles don't necessarily come down to who has the most ships, but who can command them, and stratagies the best. This keeps getting better and better. style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/happydance.gif

[Cassus Fett]

Yeah it should do, the ground levels look really good aswell

[Master Magnus]

Originally posted by Swamprat_Jedi_Knight@Feb 23 2005, 01:20 AM
I also noticed in a couple shots, that the ships have "shields" and "weapons" health meters, and from some of the shots, it looks almost like you can taget the weapon implacements on the hulls.
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Yes, I think it was mentioned in one of the articles I linked to earlier in this thread that it's going to be possible to target individual components on enemy ships.

[empire21]

I need a new computer, I can't play.

[DarthAnakin]

It's only going to be for PC right?

[empire21]

I believe so, unless I read wrong.

[DarthAnakin]

Then I too will need a better computer style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif

[empire21]

^I just hope I can get back in to PC gaming, it's been awhile

[DarthAnakin]

Yeah the last game I spent alot of time playing was Jedi Outcast. I played Jedi Academy alot too, but not nearly as much.

[empire21]

The Last PC game I played was Diablo II.

[DarthAnakin]

^ Yeah that's pretty long ago! style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif

[Master Magnus]

Originally posted by empire21@Feb 25 2005, 05:22 AM
I need a new computer, I can't play.
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I don't think that the system requirements for EaW will be that high.

[empire21]

^Probably not, but I need a new computer anyway.

[DarthAnakin]

Originally posted by Master Magnus+Mar 9 2005, 06:13 AM--><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Master Magnus @ Mar 9 2005, 06:13 AM)</div><div class='quotemain'><!--QuoteBegin-empire21@Feb 25 2005, 05:22 AM
I need a new computer, I can't play.
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I don't think that the system requirements for EaW will be that high.
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My computer couldn't handle Jedi Academy! style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/sad.gif

[empire21]

mine couldn't handle diablo II that well, so mines really old

[Cassus Fett]

Originally posted by Master Magnus+Feb 22 2005, 09:37 PM--><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Master Magnus @ Feb 22 2005, 09:37 PM)</div><div class='quotemain'>Originally posted by Cassus Fett@Feb 21 2005, 09:50 PM
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Can anyone identify this Rebel ship?:

http://www.lucasarts.com/games/swempireatw...ncept_art/3.jpg (http://www.lucasarts.com/games/swempireatwar/images/concept_art/3.jpg)

It shows up in a number of screenshots, too, but it doesn't look like anything I've seen in SW: Rebellion screenshots, or match any EU ship's description that I can think of... style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/huh.gif I'm guessing it's an all-new design...
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i think its a Bulwork Battlecruiser
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Hmm, it could be related to the Bulwark battlecruiser, but this ship is longer in the back. It also resembles the Nebulon-B frigate somewhat.
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[/b][/quote]

i think i have an idea what it could be

Star Wars Ships (http://frankg.dgne.com/swsv/rsd/index.html)

First ship on the list

[ROR_JagFel_20]

It looks like a precursor to the Rebel medium transport. See Pic

[General Nikola]

I've heard of it,and i seen some screenshots of it.The game looks pretty good!I can't wait to get it. style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/rofl.gif

[lordmakalpine]

About the unknown ship, I think it could be one of the Separatist ship types that were at Battle of Corucant.

[jedi hunter]

Awsome a 3d version of galactic battlegrounds with space battles

[ROR_JagFel_20]

Yeah its basically a 3d version of galactic battlegrounds with better graphics and a new engine instead of using AOE.

[DarthAnakin]

Originally posted by ROR_JagFel_20@Apr 12 2005, 05:05 PM
Yeah its basically a 3d version of galactic battlegrounds with better graphics and a new engine instead of using AOE.
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Good, I never liked Galactic Battlegrounds simply because an AOE engine doesn't really belong in a Star Wars game.

[Master Magnus]

LucasArts has released 15 more screenshots:

http://www.lucasarts.com/games/swempireatwar/

They look really, really nice!

[Cassus Fett]

just looking now, they are really good.

[dominik_hasik]

game looks great

i loved battle ground too


made my own 9 level campaign

based on events in the film

including anakin's pod race

[Master Magnus]

The EaT site seems to have been revamped (and also with more screenshots):

http://www.lucasarts.com/games/swempireatwar/

More features has also been revealed such as 40 different locations and heroes to use in battles etc.

[Master Magnus]

There's a new, really, really nice video trailer of EaW at the LucasArts website:

http://www.lucasarts.com/games/swempireatw...Flash.html#Home (http://www.lucasarts.com/games/swempireatwar/indexFlash.html#Home)

[packersfan]

I thought this is supposed to be a mix of Galactic Battlegrounds/Force Commander and Rebellion. Unfortunately I don't think there are going to tons of planets to fight on because they would have to do a lot of level (planet) making. I would be awesome if it was a 3D Rebellion!!! with updated galaxy and correct map of galaxy!

[stormtrooper9]

I wishs there was a Clone Wars part of this game that would be great.

[The Arbiter]

I'm looking foward to this game.

[General Nikola]

Me too,Arbiter!

[holocron9]

Did anyone else play Sierra's Homeworld 2 that was release a couple of years ago? The screens I've seen of the space combat in Empire at War really remind me of the 3D gameplay of Homeworld.

Homeworld 2 screen (http://www.gamespot.com/pc/strategy/homeworld2/screens.html?page=79)
Empire at War screen (http://www.gamespot.com/pc/strategy/starwarsrts/screens.html?page=25)

There was even a player-made Star Wars mod for it:
Star Wars: Warlords screen (http://img22.exs.cx/img22/3037/ss00018.jpg)

[Master Magnus]

LucasArts has "opened" the EaW site (I find it the wording a bit strange since it has been opened for quite some time, but perhaps there is a new layout and content, I haven't checked...) at:

http://www.lucasarts.com/games/swempireatwar

Flash 8 required,

[Vesper]

They've got some interesting info on the site. Like the (hopefully) incomplete planet list. From what I've gathered Han and Chewie are a duo hero, like they only fight with each other as one unit.

[Cassus Fett]

whens it being realised

[Kapit]

february 6, i think....i know it's february sometime

[Jedi Master 2k5]

I can't wait to play this game

[heels1785]

I do like the prospect of having the likes of Kyle Katarn and Mara Jade on the field in the same game as normal canon characters like Vader and Kenobi. Good integration of the EU.

[Cassus Fett]

very good

[Vesper]

Originally posted by packersfan@Jul 26 2005, 05:53 AM
I thought this is supposed to be a mix of Galactic Battlegrounds/Force Commander and Rebellion. Unfortunately I don't think there are going to tons of planets to fight on because they would have to do a lot of level (planet) making. I would be awesome if it was a 3D Rebellion!!! with updated galaxy and correct map of galaxy!
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I read a Preview on Gamespot and it said there was at least 100 planets in the game. I have a feeling it will be massive.

[Master Magnus]

^A hundred? Wow... I'm really looking forward to this one.

EDIT: Found it. It's a recent article (posted November 30th). They're promising nearly 100 different battlefields:

http://www.gamespot.com/pc/strategy/starwa...634&mode=recent (http://www.gamespot.com/pc/strategy/starwarsrts/news.html?sid=6140634&mode=recent)