Star Wars Jedi: Survivor – Delivered far beyond expectations | Review

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is the long-awaited sequel to Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, bringing back the gripping saga of Cal Kestis, a young Jedi in a desperate fight for survival against the Galactic Empire. Developed by Respawn Entertainment and published by Electronic Arts, this action-adventure game immerses players even deeper into the iconic Star Wars universe, combining immersive storytelling, dynamic combat and exploration of stunning worlds.

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor takes place five years after the events of Fallen Order, the story follows Cal Kestis as he continues his journey to defy the Empire and protect the few remaining Jedi. With the galaxy in a state of increasing oppression, Cal must use all his acquired skills and form new alliances to survive. The story explores themes of resistance, sacrifice and hope, offering Star Wars fans a rich and emotionally resonant narrative.

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor improves upon its predecessor's gameplay by introducing new combat and exploration elements. Cal can now use an expanded set of Force abilities and lightsaber combat techniques, in addition to using a blaster. This ends up allowing players to face enemies with more diverse and exciting strategies. The game also features new environments to explore, each filled with secrets, challenges, and formidable enemies.

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Respawn Entertainment takes full advantage of the graphical capabilities of the current generation of consoles, delivering stunning visuals that bring the Star Wars galaxy to life in incredible detail. Players will travel across a variety of planets, from dense forests and vibrant cities to arid deserts and ancient ruins, each meticulously crafted to provide a visually spectacular experience.

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One of the biggest improvements of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is the improved quality in the game menu and combat with enemies. The user interface has been refined, making navigating the menus more intuitive and enjoyable. On the battlefield, combat is more dynamic and fluid, with new movements and techniques that keep confrontations exciting and challenging. Cal Kestis, the protagonist, now has new skills and weapons that expand his capabilities, allowing for more varied and strategic approaches during the game. These additions not only enrich gameplay, but also allow players to explore new ways to face the challenges the Empire throws their way.

The narrative of Jedi: Survivor also received special treatment. The story has been improved, maintaining a constant and fluid rhythm that avoids drops in performance. This results in a more immersive and satisfying narrative experience, with emotional moments that capture the essence of Star Wars. Furthermore, the characters have more personality and charisma compared to Fallen Order. This added depth makes the story more complete and addictive, with interactions between characters that are both memorable and captivating.

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The game's soundtrack is faithful to the Star Wars universe, providing an authentic and immersive atmosphere. Combined with the high-quality sound effects, the music significantly contributes to the feeling of truly being inside the Star Wars universe, elevating the gaming experience to a new level.

Despite the many positive points, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor faces some technical issues that may impact the player experience. The game's performance, at times, leaves something to be desired, with frame rate drops that can interrupt the fluidity of the gameplay. Another recurring problem is texture loading. At times, textures can take a long time to load, resulting in visuals that do not match the quality expected for a title of this generation. This can be particularly frustrating in important scenes or when exploring new environments.

Additionally, there are reports of failures in mechanics or objects that should appear, which can impede the player's progress. These issues sometimes require restarting the game, which can be a major inconvenience, especially during prolonged gaming sessions.

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is a worthy addition to the beloved Star Wars franchise, offering a perfect combination of captivating storytelling, thrilling gameplay and breathtaking graphics. For longtime fans and new players alike, this is an unmissable opportunity to embark on an epic adventure.

I wanted to prove to the galaxy that the Empire is not invulnerable. That you can resist. That you have to fight if things are going to get better. But then they just listen to the propaganda and pretend they are free anyway. – Cal Kestis

*Review based on game performance on PC*

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