Even as we draw closer to the release of one of the most anticipated movies of all time, Star Wars: Episode I, it's obvious that we just can't get enough of the original Star Wars. George Lucas and his game gurus at LucasArts seem to know that, which is why they're readying two new Star Wars gaming titles to feed our space-opera addiction. This could be the swan song for classic Star Wars games, as the other Star Wars titles in production are top secret and are based on the upcoming Episode I.
As seen in the November 1998 Computer Gaming World.
The two new titles are fast-action, intense combat games that put you in the cockpits of the best fighters in the galaxy. The first game, which should debut this fall, is a shooter with great graphics, a simple interface, and loads of arcade action. It's called Rogue Squadron, and it lets you don Luke Skywalker's jumpsuit to pilot X-Wings, A-Wings, and snowspeeders against the Empire's endless hordes.
The second game, which introduces a third element into the Rebel/Imperial struggle, is the main event. This is the space sim we've all been waiting for, and it should see the light of day in spring 1999. At last, you'll get a chance to fly the Millennium Falcon in what could be the most immersive and rich Star Wars space-combat sim yet. This is one of the most exciting games we've seen all year, and we're excited to be the first to bring you news - and the first in-depth preview - of this title. This preview will show you why we can't wait to fly the Falcon into the maw of the Death Star.
From all we've seen, LucasArts couldn't have picked a better way to say farewell to the classic Star Wars universe. If they have to end it, they're set to do it with a bang, not a whimper.
