Reviving Galactic Legends: Exploring the Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection
The Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection, announced during Nintendo Direct on February 21, marks the return of the beloved Star Wars Battlefront (2004) and Star Wars Battlefront II (2005) to a new generation of players.
This collection, available for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series XS, Xbox One, and PC via Steam, brings back the original favorites for $35.01, offering restored online play for up to 64 players, expanded Hero Assault mode, and all previously released bonus content for both titles.
The Classic Collection: A Galactic Experience
The Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection offers a wealth of content inspired by the original and prequel trilogies, including famous battles from Episodes I-VI, playable heroes and villains like Asajj Ventress, Darth Vader, and more, and unique modes and challenges.
- Traverse the Galaxy in Campaign Mode & Galactic Conquest: Players can devise strategies, recruit troops, and execute tactical plans for conquering the galaxy in Galactic Conquest, while the Star Wars Battlefront Campaign offers iconic battles from Episodes I-VI. The Star Wars Battlefront II Campaign, on the other hand, invites players to join the rise of Darth Vader’s elite 501st Legion of Stormtroopers.
- Massive Locations with Up to 64-player Online Support: The collection allows for massive multiplayer action on the ground, featuring Wookiee warriors, jet troopers, droidekas, and more. Players can also pilot legendary starships like TIE fighters and X-wings in space and air dogfights.
- Expanded Hero Assault: For the first time ever, Hero Assault is playable on all ground maps, including Death Star, Kashyyyk, Kamino, and Naboo. Players can fight with heroes like Mace Windu, Yoda, Luke Skywalker, and many others, and battle with villains like Darth Maul, General Grievous, Darth Vader, and more.
Aspyr Media: Bringing the Classics to Modern Consoles
The porting job for the Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection is handled by Aspyr Media, a company known for its work on remastered classics from Star Wars’ PC gaming golden age. Aspyr has previously remastered games like Star Wars Jedi Knight Jedi Academy, and while their console remaster of that game felt a bit low-budget, it was serviceable. The Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection, with its restored online play, expanded Hero Assault mode, and all bonus content, aims to offer the definitive editions of these classic games.
Conclusion
The Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection revives a cherished era of Star Wars gaming, bringing back the beloved Star Wars Battlefront (2004) and Star Wars Battlefront II (2005) for a new generation of players. With its wealth of content, expanded modes, and restored online play, the collection offers a chance to relive epic Star Wars battles on modern consoles.May the Force be with you as you explore the Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection!