Star Wars Episode 1: Jedi Power Battles Adds Playable Jar Jar Binks and More!
Aspyr has unveiled a surprising addition to the upcoming re-release of Star Wars Episode 1: Jedi Power Battles for modern consoles: the playable character, Jar Jar Binks! A new trailer showcases Jar Jar wielding a large staff in action-packed gameplay.
This isn't the only new addition to the original 2000 release's already impressive roster. Aspyr has announced nine other new playable characters, with more to come, expanding the game's playable characters beyond the iconic figures and locations from Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace. The updated game also boasts features like customizable lightsaber colors and cheat code support.
The recently released trailer gives fans a glimpse of Jar Jar Binks' gameplay, featuring his characteristic chaotic style and voice lines. While some may have fantasized about a Darth Jar Jar-esque red lightsaber wielding character, Jar Jar instead utilizes a staff in combat. He'll be ready to join the fray when Jedi Power Battles launches on January 23rd, available for pre-order now.
Newly Revealed Playable Characters:
- Jar Jar Binks
- Rodian
- Flame Droid
- Gungan Guard
- Destroyer Droid
- Ishi Tib
- Rifle Droid
- Staff Tusken Raider
- Weequay
- Mercenary
Aspyr's commitment to expanding Jedi Power Battles extends far beyond Jar Jar Binks. The developer's reveal of nine additional characters, with more promised, demonstrates a significant content update. This diverse range of characters includes familiar faces like the Staff Tusken Raider and Rodian, as well as several droid types: Flame Droid, Destroyer Droid, and Rifle Droid. The Gungan Guard also joins the roster, making Jar Jar not the sole representative of his species.
With the launch of Star Wars Episode 1: Jedi Power Battles just weeks away, fans can soon experience these exciting additions firsthand. Aspyr's prior work on titles like Star Wars: Bounty Hunter offers a promising outlook for this updated classic, hopefully delivering the nostalgic experience fans are eager to enjoy.
