Star Wars: Battlefront 2 (2005) review.

Simple multiplayer

While the campaign was a fun addition and it is possible to play skirmishes against the AI, most players play this game for multiplayer. This leaves an obvious question: is multiplayer good?

For the most part, yes. Players take control of different types of soldiers who specialize in different things. Rebel Vanguard can take down vehicles very easily, sniper scouts can take out troops and so on.

This allows each player to find the class of soldiers they prefer. And it also forces competitive multiplayer to constantly change classes and styles to deal with evolving threats.

As you earn more points, you will have access to more specialized units. This includes Jet Troopers, Destroyer Droids, and even Dark Troopers (a throwback to another classic Star Wars game, dark forces).

The gameplay mainly revolves around Conquest, a mode where you capture bases and reduce enemy forces. However, there are a few other modes which include Capture the Flag, Assault, and even a Hunt mode that lets you play as Ewok, Geonosians, Wookiee, and more.

Galactic Conquest

Battlefront 2’s final mode is an interesting addition: Galactic Conquest. This is a mode that transforms the gameplay into a kind of galactic game board where capturing key areas gives your faction more territory. Capture it all and you can triumph over the AI ​​or another player.

This mode is fun on paper, but if two players are evenly matched, you may find yourself playing for a while before anyone can triumph.

Final verdict

So, do I still recommend the original Battlefront 2?

Before you shoot first, I’ll just say “yes”. The game is raw and inherits some flaws from its predecessor. But it adds so many beautiful features that everyone can find something to love. This game remains one of the best ways to relive your favorite planets, characters and battles from different eras Star Wars.