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Star Wars
Released: 1991, 1992, 1993
Systems: Nintendo Entertainment System ('91), Game Boy ('92), Game Gear, Sega Master System ('93)

The Basics

Crusin' in the landspeeder.
When the video game industry collapsed, Nintendo was there with its Nintendo Entertainment System to revive it. But that wasn't all the NES saved from extinction. In 1991, it gave JVC and Lucasfilm the opportunity to resuscitate the Star Wars video game franchise. The NES was the first console with enough memory and muscle to capture the look, feel, and plot of the entire movie, rather than just focusing on one aspect or scene.

The Details

Luke in the first cave.
All the major characters are here: Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Princess Leia, Obi-Wan Kenobi, C-3PO and R2-D2. You begin the game as Luke, but once you meet up with Han and Leia, you can play as them, too.

Not only does the game feature side-scrolling action sequences, you'll also get the chance to take a ride in the cockpit of an X-wing and the Millennium Falcon.

After a brief introductory sequence, the game begins with Luke riding in his landspeeder over the Tattooine desert. You'll be automatically taken into a cave, where you find a blaster.

C-3PO gives you a message.
From there, your first objective is to locate R2-D2. It's up to you to explore the landscape and find the sandcrawler where he is being held captive.

After accomplishing that, your next task is to battle your way through Mos Eisley and get in touch with Han Solo. In Mos Eisley, look for the famous cantina and go inside. After facing some unfriendly patrons, Han Solo will appear. Take him to the Millennium Falcon and blast off into space. On your way to the Death Star, you must successfully navigate through a treacherous asteroid field.

Luke inside the jawa sandcrawler.
Inside the Death Star, the goal is to rescue to Leia and recapture the Millennium Falcon. Then, it's back to the rebel base. On the way, you'll encounter TIE fighters intent on seeing that you don't reach your destination.

Now, it's finally time to hop in your trusty X-wing and destroy the Death Star.

The Verdict
Star Wars is notable for its variety, length, and faithfulness to the movie. But it is ultimately shackled by one element common to most NES games: it is impossible to play. It's hard to see how anyone could play this game for more than an hour without wanting to smash it with a sledgehammer. But to be fair, the Game Boy, Game Gear, and Sega Master System versions are just as bad.

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