Star Wars Episode 1: Jedi Power Battles Characters and Gameplay

The clock is ticking, and soon, it will be 25 years to the release of Star Wars Episode 1: Jedi Power Battles. Released back in the 2000s, LucasFilm Games along with Aspyr is all set to put forth the remastered version of the OG Star Wars Episode 1: Jedi Power Battles. And, this is huge for Star Wars lovers. Now, with the remastered game, gamers will get to relive their childhood memories. Not just a revival of childhood for the gamers who played it back in the day, but it will be a fresh experience for the newbies as well. And, to assist these new players and give the OG players a refresher, we are here with an entire list of playable characters and a quick gameplay overview of Star Wars Episode 1: Jedi Power Battles Remastered.

Star Wars Episode 1: Jedi Power Battles Characters

Star Wars Episode 1: Jedi Power Battles will hit shelves again on January 23, 2025. The original game had 9 playable characters available to choose from. And, with the re-release, this character roster has been increased to 18 and more characters are expected to be introduced soon. Most of these new characters are drawn from The Phantom Menace film.

A complete list of playable characters released so far are:

Obi-Wan Kenobi
Qui-Gon Jinn
Mace Windu
Plo Koon
Adi Gallia
Ki-Adi Mundi
Queen Amidala
Captain Panaka
Darth Maul
A B1 Battle Droid
A B1 Pilot Droid
A Droideka Destroyer Droid
A Loader Droid
A Rifle Droid
A Weequay
A Rodian
A Tusken Raider
Mercenary

Most of these characters are available from the start of the game like we had in the original version. However, some, like Captain Panaka, Queen Amidala, Ki-Adi Mundi, and Darth Maul were made available only after reaching a certain level in the game. Some characters will also have customizable cosmetics. Also, players can unlock characters like Loader Droid using a cheat code.

Referring to the new characters, Tusken Raiders are the hostile beings from Tatooine, the desert planet featured in Star Wars. Weequays often belong to criminal organizations like the Hutt Clan or Hondo Ohnaka Gang. These leathery humanoids also exist as pirates. Rodians, the reptilian humanoids, and Ishi Tibs, the amphibian humanoids are also associated with the same criminal organizations.

The Rifle Droid is expected to offer gameplay similar to Queen Amidala and Captain Panaka whereas the Tusken Raiders will play more like the Jedi Fighters. Meanwhile, Ishi Tib and the Mercenary will bring unique gameplay experiences.

Gameplay

With the re-release, the classic game will be introduced to modern consoles which include Xbox Consoles, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation. With better graphics and controls, the game draws inspiration from the original version. As per the trailer, the game keeps up with being tough, while being equally fun to play. It can be played in co-op multiplayer mode where players can call in a mate to defeat the invaders on Naboo.

Players can hop onto the game as a Jedi or take up other playable characters like Queen Amidala, or Captain Panaka. As per the brief gameplay shown in the teaser, all these characters seem to be similar to Jedi or the blaster-wielding characters.

Just like the cult classic, the remastered version will too be a perfect mix of action, adventure, and cooperative gameplay. With the original pixilated characters being modernized, the battles seem to be intact and immersive. The lightsaber effect has been made sharper and enemies look detailed. The best part of this remastered version is that the players have the flexibility to choose between the classic controls and the modernized systems, similar to the action games we see today.

The Campaign has 10 levels, starting from The Phantom Menace from Star Wars Season 1 where players get to battle their way through the forests of Naboo. The gameplay is full of obstacles, enemies, and puzzles, making the gameplay highly immersive. It also offers a bunch of mini-games and bonus levels, adding more variety. Though the gameplay lacks the online multiplayer mode, it does offer the old-school co-op experience. And, what’s better than calling in a friend who is equally a Star Wars lover? Get ready to get your hands on the game on January 23, 2025.

Summary

As Star Wars Episode 1: Jedi Power Battles Remastered is set to be released soon, this guide takes the players through a comprehensive list of characters released so far. This re-release is definitely going to be huge as players get to dive into the past, with a perfect mix of modern elements. The core gameplay is intact, based on the classic version. With some new characters like Rodians and Tusken Raiders, the game is all set to be loved by the OG and the new players alike.