5 Star Wars games that will hold you over until Outlaws releases (2024)

On August 30th, Ubisoft is launching Star Wars Outlaws across PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. As fans prepare to navigate a galaxy far, far away, there are an ample amount of other Star Wars games to play right now on current-gen systems.

Many of us here at Pocket-Lint are excited about Star Wars Outlaws, including myself. With players looking for an experience that captures the authentic vibe of the movies or provides a great world to explore, they need look no further. Currently, on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X/S, there are some incredible contemporary Star Wars games and classics available.

If you’re counting down the hours before the Star Wars Outlaws early access period or full launch, pick up your controller and check out these other phenomenal experiences.

5 LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga

Available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X/S

TT Games

LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga

Action

Adventure

Systems

OpenCritic Reviews

Top Critic Rating:82/100 Critics Recommend:88%

Franchise

Star Wars

Platform(s)

Switch , PC , PS4 , PS5 , Xbox One , Xbox Series X , Xbox Series S

Released

April 5, 2022

Developer(s)

Traveller's Tales

Publisher(s)

Warner Bros. Interactive

Engine

NTT Engine

ESRB

E10+ for Everyone 10+: Cartoon Violence, Comic Mischief

How Long To Beat

19 Hours

Multiplayer

Online Multiplayer

X|S Enhanced

Yes

File Size Xbox Series

45 GB (November 2023)

Metascore

82

Split Screen Orientation

Vertical Only

Number of Players

1-2

Local Co-Op Support

1-2 Players

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Traveller’s Tales’ original Lego Star Wars games were iconic back in the PlayStation 3/Xbox 360 era. The Skywalker Saga is an entirely new experience that covers the entirety of the nine core films in the franchise. Play as beloved characters from Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Rey, and more. The game takes players through memorable moments throughout the nine films, packed to the brim with LEGO charm and humor. There’s also a ton of supplemental activities and collectibles to find.

4 Star Wars: Knights Of The Old Republic

Available on Nintendo Switch and Xbox Series X/S

Bioware

For many, Star Wars: Knights Of The Old Republic is the greatest gaming experience the franchise offers. This early Bioware title has long been acclaimed as a strong RPG set outside of the current established canon. Players can take agency over their story set 4,000 years before The Skywalker Saga. The Switch version offers a bare-bones port, faithful to the 2003 version. However, players on Xbox Series X/S can enjoy some 4K-upscaled visuals.

3 Star Wars Episode I: Racer

Available on Nintendo Switch

Aspyr

Star Wars Episode 1: Racer

Racing

Action

Systems

Franchise

Star Wars

Platform(s)

Nintendo Switch , PS4 , Dreamcast , Nintendo 64 , Xbox One , Game Boy , macOS

Released

April 30, 1999

Developer(s)

Aspyr , Lucasfilm Games

Publisher(s)

Nintendo , Disney Interactive , Aspyr

Engine

unreal engine 4

ESRB

t

How Long To Beat

5 hours

Multiplayer

Local Multiplayer , Online Multiplayer

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Ask any millennial who saw The Phantom Menace in theaters, and they’ll likely share the same sentiment––podracing is awesome! In Star Wars Episode I: Racer, players can race through tracks as if they are a little Anakin Skywalker facing off against Selbulba. This upscaled port runs at a beautiful 1080p with 60fps support. The game also features some modernized control tweaks. Split-screen multiplayer is also available, so you and a friend can feel like it’s 1999 all over again.

2 Star Wars: Squadrons

Available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S

Star Wars Squadrons

Flight Simulator

Systems

Franchise

Star Wars

Platform(s)

PC , PS4 , Xbox One

Released

October 2, 2020

Developer(s)

Motive Studios

Publisher(s)

Electronic Arts

Engine

Frostbite

ESRB

T For Teen Due To Fantasy Violence, Mild Language

How Long To Beat

9 Hours

X|S Enhanced

Yes

Multiplayer

Online Multiplayer

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You can’t talk about Star Wars games without at least one mention of a space combat entry. Star Wars: Squadrons is that modernized dogfighting experience. Players jump into the co*ckpit of some of the iconic starfighters in the franchise. While offering a small campaign, it's the gameplay that makes this a must-play experience for fans. Its multiplayer offering was robust with up to 10-player support across team deathmatch and its fleet battle mode.

1 Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order

Available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch and Xbox Series X/S

Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order

Action

Adventure

Systems

OpenCritic Reviews

Top Critic Rating:82/100 Critics Recommend:83%

Franchise

Star Wars

Platform(s)

PS5 , PS4 , Xbox Series X , Xbox Series S , Xbox One , PC , Stadia

Released

November 15, 2019

Developer(s)

Respawn Entertainment

Publisher(s)

Electronic Arts

Engine

Unreal Engine 4

ESRB

T for Teen: Mild Language, Violence

How Long To Beat

18 Hours

X|S Enhanced

Yes

File Size Xbox Series

50 GB (December 2023)

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When we look at the current expanded universe of Star Wars, one game set the bar in the video game space. That is Respawn Entertainment’s Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. Introducing players to Cal Kestis, players will explore the early days of the Jedi hiding from the Empire. In this Metroidvania, you’ll explore a variety of planets and face off against familiar foes all while being chased down by the Inquisitors. Jedi: Fallen Order is largely praised for its Soulsborne gameplay style, especially since it’s such a radical shift from Respawn’s usual MO.