Recently, we discussed the potential for Star Wars to join the eSports revolution. There are opportunities for some Star Wars games to fit the mould of an eSports game where players battle it out for professional status and fame, such as Star Wars Battlefront II. eSports gaming is also enjoying a thriving alliance with the gambling industry, and what could follow is Star Wars being a part of online sports betting.
The connections and potential outcomes will keep all Star Wars fans gripped to the edge of their sofa or gaming chair – but what about the current sports and games already within the Star Wars universe? Here we take a look at three of the best Star Wars games ever made and some of the sporting aspects of those games.
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Star Wars Episode I: Racer
There is a reason why this Star Wars game has been a favourite for over two decades. Players jump into the cockpit of podracers on this Nintendo 64 original and battle it out in typical racing fashion. You could compare the game to that of other sports racing games with a Star Wars twist.
You don’t need to own the original game and your Nintendo console to play it today either. You can easily find it available on some of the best online platforms, including Steam.
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Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords
Most people understand combat to be one of the oldest sports in the world – and the Star Wars universe, as we know, is full of that. Knights of the Old Republic II is one of the best Star Wars games for combat (as well as player dialogue).
Taking place around 4,000 years before the birth of the Galactic Empire, you are on the run and need to take on everyone in your path. Enjoy sport-like combat on every corner when playing this Star Wars flagship creation within the gaming industry.
It’s available in a host of online spaces and also possible to play on Xbox One!
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Star Wars Rogue Leader: Rogue Squadron II
Another game that puts players straight into the cockpit of ships is Rogue Squadron II. It combines both of the above sporting aspects of the Star Wars empire from racing with ships to combat. What’s even better is that this game covers some of the most memorable moments from the films and allows gamers to play out the action for themselves.
Race around and battle it out in this awesome game which offers arguably the very best fighter pilot gaming experience from the Star Wars collection.
You might not see Darth Vader and son Luke throwing a ball around anytime soon. But there certainly are notable games and sporty aspects to the Star Wars universe even if you don’t see them at first!