LucasArts launches today new updates to the Star Wars: Galaxies game that includes new quests and new ways to become the Jedi class of player:
Previously, players became Jedi characters using "holocron" items that hint at specific professions to master. That is, in order to have a Jedi character, players previously had to master several of the game's many professions (including hand-to-hand combat fighters, crafters, and entertainers) in order to unlock a "force-sensitive" character slot, essentially starting an all-new Jedi-to-be character from scratch.
With the new system, players will instead undertake a series of quests that Sony Online and LucasArts hope will be infinitely more compelling than repetitively trying to master professions. Becoming a Jedi will be the object of a lengthy quest that can be unlocked only by acquiring a certain combination of "badges"--distinctions that players earn for accomplishing various tasks in the game, including mastering specific professions, exploring certain wilderness areas, and others.
A new mod is also available for Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy on the PC; the Jedi Academy Force Mod III - Return of The Sith
This mod lets you choose from nearly 30 different character classes including Wookie, Stormtrooper, Gungan, Jedi Sentinel, Battle Droid, Mandalorian, and Sith Zealot. All the classes have been balanced with different skills and abilities, so there's sure to be something for everyone.
Download the mod free here (Reg. required)Info:
Star Wars: Galaxies official site
Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy official site - single player demo
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