Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast
Release Date: March 29, 2002
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Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast is the third part of Raven Software's series of first person shootouts set in the world of Star Wars. The player once again takes on the role of Kyle Qatar. This time, the Jedi Knight has to face the mighty Dark Jedi, who is working on power limiting technology in the Galaxy.
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[0:33] Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast Nintendo Switch trailer
[5:57] Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast Intro and gameplay
Nintendo Life: 6 / 10 by PJ O'Reilly
Star Wars: Jedi Knight 2: Jedi Outcast has an opening five chapters that will test your patience to its absolute limit. In some ways, this is down to its age and in others it's just bad design coupled with the odd decision to hold back the game’s best aspects for such a long stretch. This poor pacing is the one thing standing in the way of us giving this a hearty recommendation. However, If you think you’ve got the fortitude to push on through to the good stuff – a trial worthy of Yoda himself – you’ll be handsomely rewarded with some top-notch Star Wars action.
Cubed3: 5 / 10 by Sandy Wilson
A flawed port that struggles to overcome mediocrity in its implementation, and that suffers from a lack of multiplayer, leads to a less than stellar experience. Star Wars Jedi Outcast is purely saved by its solid level design, and fan service. There are probably better options if you want a good TV experience, but nothing can beat this port's portable experience, which is in all honestly its saving grace. Recommended for fans looking to take it on holiday, and a near miss for fans looking for a Star Wars title worthy of being played in the big screen.
DualShockers: 7 / 10 by Jordan Boyd
Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast still provides the best lightsaber combat in any Star Wars game to date.
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Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast Description
Star Wars Jedi Outcast: Jedi Knight II is the third chapter in the adventures of the almost-Jedi freelancer Kyle Katarn. Several years have passed since Kyle avenged the death of his father and saved the Valley of the Jedi from the invasion of Dark Jedi led by Jerec. Terrified by the power of the dark side, as he nearly fell into its clutches, Kyle entrust his Lightsaber to Luke Skywalker, vowing to never use it again. However, once the future of the Galaxy is threatened by a new danger, he must regain his connection to the Force and stand firm against the evil one more time.
The aforementioned danger is a powerful Dark Jedi who desires to create a device that could infuse anyone with Jedi powers. In this FPS, the player assumes the role of Kyle Katarn and leads him through famous places featured in the movies as well as some completely new locations. As Katarn, you have several unique weapons and incredible Jedi powers at your disposal. In comparison to Star Wars Jedi Knight: Dark Forces II, Lightsaber combat was significantly enhanced and features new offensive and defensive moves.
- Various Jedi powers, such as Jump, Push, Jedi Mind Trick, and others.
- Engage in direct combat or stealth operations, depending on the situation.
- New locations known from the Star Wars movies: Sky City, Jedi Academy on Yavin 4, Nar Shadda, smuggler base on the moon, as well as other, previously unknown places.
- Two multiplayer modes: Jedi training and team match.
- Advanced Quake III engine.
Last updated on August 18, 2015
Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast Summary
Game Series: Star Wars Jedi Knight
Platforms:
PC / Windows March 29, 2002
Switch September 24, 2019
PlayStation 4 September 24, 2019
Xbox November 18, 2002
GameCube November 18, 2002
Developer: Raven Software
Publisher: LucasArts
Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast System Requirements
PC / Windows
Recommended: Pentium II 400MHz, 128MB RAM, 16 MB graphic card
GameCube
Uses: memory card
Star Wars: Jedi Knight Series Will Hit PS4 and Nintendo Switch
Good news for Star Wars fans. Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast and Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy will be released on PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch. The first of the games comes out this year.
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Konrad Serafinski
September 5, 2019