Star Wars: Republic Commando

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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 445 Ratings

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  1. ChetS.
    May 19, 2005
    10
    An inmaginative, fun-filled, action-packed game from start to finish. I very much enjoyed this game and still delight in playing a round or two of capture the flag almost everyday. This game has proved to be challenging at some points but not crossing the line over to frustration ever. On od my favorite games. A must have for any FPS fan and even some stategy fans.
  2. BillyH.
    Jul 31, 2005
    10
    The best starwars game yet.
  3. raugee
    Dec 20, 2007
    10
    Not for everyone. It's a straightforward cut into a clone troopers' life where there's only one command: to push on no matter what. The game has humour, great locales, brilliant soundtrack and soundscape, fantastic atmosphere and high tension action. Something that more mature SW fans enjoy.
  4. NickC.
    Aug 2, 2007
    10
    This is my all time favorite game for PC. Incredible gameplay, like Halo but better!!!
  5. edwins
    Dec 29, 2009
    10
    excellent game. Multiplayer is basic but highly addicting.
  6. JonS.
    Nov 13, 2009
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played. Better storytelling than games like Halo(and if you ask me better game all around). And in some places Republic Commando delivers a better simulation of real war than Call of Duty or Medal of Honor. The campaign lasted me 10-12 hours with replayability. Excellent story and characters. Everyone will find a favorite character who will stick with One of the best games I've ever played. Better storytelling than games like Halo(and if you ask me better game all around). And in some places Republic Commando delivers a better simulation of real war than Call of Duty or Medal of Honor. The campaign lasted me 10-12 hours with replayability. Excellent story and characters. Everyone will find a favorite character who will stick with them forever! The characters are: Scorch- Demolitions expert and funny guy. Sev- Sniper and is distubingly funny. Fixer- Tech expert. Funny at times also, but keeps it straight. Boss- Perhaps the most boring character, but is still fun. You play through the game as him. Multiplayer: I had an absolute blast with multiplayer back in the day. It was the only game I played and was quite involved with a clan. The game allows custom content and I made some maps from time to time. I can easily see anyone enjoying multiplayer. Republic Commando 2(Imperial Commando) was announced...but cancelled. I was saddened to hear this as there's a total cliffhanger at the end, and I'm pretty mad that I won't find out what happens. Only bad thing about this game is Boss's dialog. It's far too generic for my taste, but that's just me. I would reccomend this game to anyone who likes tactical gameplay, Star Wars, or being a total badass who can take down anyone. Give it a try for $10 on Steam!… Expand
  7. spartan-117
    Oct 2, 2010
    10
    Beautifull.The single player is magnificent.The music is Perfect for the action of the game.A game with great potential.It is amazing how powerfull you feel when you and your squad destroy dozens of robots.My first feel when we faced the robots and the soundtrack was playing that awe inspiring music was a very very cold chill on my back but not because of fear just because is so so coolBeautifull.The single player is magnificent.The music is Perfect for the action of the game.A game with great potential.It is amazing how powerfull you feel when you and your squad destroy dozens of robots.My first feel when we faced the robots and the soundtrack was playing that awe inspiring music was a very very cold chill on my back but not because of fear just because is so so cool when you are comanding your squad in the middle of the fight.… Expand
  8. REDTRAPGAMERS
    Dec 30, 2010
    10
    This game is an Fun and enjoyable,i can not say how much fun i had play this game, and it is got to be one of the funnest game i have played. if you love star wars games and first person shooters you'll love this game
  9. J42Hmusic
    Apr 5, 2011
    10
    Absolutely amazing! It was really difficult and I loved the sense of working in a team. The night vision was really atmospheric, which made fighting in the dark very realistic. I recommend this game to anyone who looks for the darker side of Star Wars.
  10. t-bombz
    Feb 9, 2012
    10
    For a game released in 2005, it is very nice to look at if you run it at the highest settings. There is no option in-game to run it in 1920x1080, however you can easily edit the game file with notepad to run it in 1080. Easily found with a Google search. Anyone saying, especially in 2005, that the graphics sucked is either completely full of it or was running it on the lowest settings.For a game released in 2005, it is very nice to look at if you run it at the highest settings. There is no option in-game to run it in 1920x1080, however you can easily edit the game file with notepad to run it in 1080. Easily found with a Google search. Anyone saying, especially in 2005, that the graphics sucked is either completely full of it or was running it on the lowest settings. Gameplay is fantastic if you can get past the linear progression of the game, however I found it pleasing to not have to do much backtracking to unlock doors or find keys, etc. Also if the game weren't linear, there would not have been such large levels. The levels are spread out very well with different terrains being introduced regularly. Could have introduced more diversity with bad guys. Mostly stay the same throughout, however each level introduces more super battle droids and destroyer droids, adding to the difficulty as the game progresses. Too short, but that is very common with shooter in general, especially linear ones.

    Don't know anything about multiplayer, only played the single player campaign. One of the best Star Wars games of all time, and probably the best Star Wars game since Tie Fighter.

    The story was fantastic. Don't want to give away spoilers, but it is very engaging for being a linear shooter. Read the companion book series by Karen Traviss if you like the story of this game, her books in the commando series are very deep and I love her writing style which features very diverse personalities considering they're all clones. Overall, it is a solid 8/10 in 2012, was a 9.5/10 in 2005. As such I am giving it a 10 because it is a seven year old game and I couldn't give a 9.5, so I'm rounding up.    … Expand
  11. StickNik
    Mar 18, 2013
    10
    A great game with an emphasis on easy to learn and control squad mechanics. You can order your squad mates to slice consoles, plant explosives, search and destroy, form up, defend an area, and all with very few keys, that being 4 general squad commands (F1-F4), and a point and press of the 'F' key.

    It makes squad control simple, responsive and rewarding, and although it is a linear    A great game with an emphasis on easy to learn and control squad mechanics. You can order your squad mates to slice consoles, plant explosives, search and destroy, form up, defend an area, and all with very few keys, that being 4 general squad commands (F1-F4), and a point and press of the 'F' key.

    It makes squad control simple, responsive and rewarding, and although it is a linear game, it never gets constrictive, with the ability in some levels to blow up fuel tanks to make a sniping position etc. as well as choice of where to put your commandos, whether to breach doors or stealth slice through them, and the occasional side route or air vent to sneak through.

    Must buy for anyone into Star Wars and their games, as well as any casual OR hardcore shooter fan, due to difficulty settings drastically changing the tactics and approach to fights, to the point you have tactics for each unit type, and group of mixed unit types (eg. EMP grenades for large droid groups). Even if you find the game too repetitive, it is unique and you will certainly enjoy something out of your experience, the only bad thing being nVidia's bumpmapping being broken on modern cards.

    (This review came after my 4th play-through of the game, having played half of it on hard, the rest medium... next time I will prevail!)    … Expand
  12. CamBam117
    Apr 20, 2011
    10
    This game was awesome--reviewers are retarded and suck at games. The knife punch is the coolest melee attack in any shooter to date.

    The ending almost ruined the game for me though, it took me a few weeks, but then I realized how brilliant the ending was and how much I liked the game. Republic Commandos is one of the most badly needed sequels in all of gaming.
  13. CivBase
    Sep 16, 2011
    10
    This game combines wonderful graphics and a unique and quality gameplay twist with tried-and-true shooter characteristics. If anyone tells you otherwise, they're crazy. The story is actually interesting which - for me, anyway - is a rare thing in starwars games. The real beauty of it is the squad gameplay, though. Players can't storm through this game with their genericThis game combines wonderful graphics and a unique and quality gameplay twist with tried-and-true shooter characteristics. If anyone tells you otherwise, they're crazy. The story is actually interesting which - for me, anyway - is a rare thing in starwars games. The real beauty of it is the squad gameplay, though. Players can't storm through this game with their generic blaster-rifle-thing and expect to get far. Instead, they have to take advantage of different parts of the environment. Fights have to be taken on tactfully, which is far more than one can say for most mainstream games. *cough* Call of Duty *cough* Republic Commando has been and will continue to be one of my favorite all time games. It's a shame there aren't more games like it.… Expand
  14. enjoy1188
    Mar 27, 2013
    10
    This is one of the best games I have ever played. Released in 2005, after eight years it still looks fantastic and, above all, the gameplay is still breathtaking. It reminds me a lot of Rainbow Six: Vegas, but this is even better I believe, since the fantastic elements of the Star Wars series add a more varied and interesting gameplay. The plot is very linear and well structured: althoughThis is one of the best games I have ever played. Released in 2005, after eight years it still looks fantastic and, above all, the gameplay is still breathtaking. It reminds me a lot of Rainbow Six: Vegas, but this is even better I believe, since the fantastic elements of the Star Wars series add a more varied and interesting gameplay. The plot is very linear and well structured: although the story is not that striking or moving (it is a first-person shooter after all) the levels get more and more intense as you play the game. Maybe one flaw of the game is a not so intelligent AI, or the fact that tactical positions are pretty obvious, predetermined; anyhow, this avoids a lot of possible bugs. Plus, it is a 2005 game, so we can't have the same expectations we'd have with a game released in 2013. All in all, although I haven't played many Star Wars games, I think this is one of the best of the series. It is definitely worth its current price, and it's definitely still worth playing. I'm giving it a 10.… Expand
  15. darknights
    Jul 19, 2012
    10
    i just loved this game. i could play trough it several times a day. altough it's rather short it is well worth the buy. because of extraodinary graphics even by today's standards. the shortness of the games is made up for by the atmosphere it creates. there are very few flaws in this game and the ones that are there are barely noticeable. i also grew a certain fondness for the AI squadi just loved this game. i could play trough it several times a day. altough it's rather short it is well worth the buy. because of extraodinary graphics even by today's standards. the shortness of the games is made up for by the atmosphere it creates. there are very few flaws in this game and the ones that are there are barely noticeable. i also grew a certain fondness for the AI squad mates and found myself concerned about their safety more than once. all i can say is now go and buy this game, you will have some of the best star wars gaming experiences of your life.… Expand
  16. AMDAnnihilator
    Dec 19, 2012
    10
    Contrary to the belief of people not playing on a newer system, the graphics are top-notch. This game was built in Unreal, and it shows. Even in 2012, this game stays fun and there's many ways to play through. This is a very smart game. The AI does what you tell it to do, so make sure to use the commands for the best experience. The voice acting is also very good, with the squaddiesContrary to the belief of people not playing on a newer system, the graphics are top-notch. This game was built in Unreal, and it shows. Even in 2012, this game stays fun and there's many ways to play through. This is a very smart game. The AI does what you tell it to do, so make sure to use the commands for the best experience. The voice acting is also very good, with the squaddies engaging in active conversations. It (the voices) can get a little repetitive at times, but not as much as Call Of Duty or even Battlefield. The strategy aspects of this game make it extremely versatile, and is playable even if you are a poor first-person shooter player.
    All in all, this is a fantastic game and a great buy for $10.    … Expand
  17. Pinguino
    Apr 2, 2013
    10
    Buy this game, this is one of only 4 games to make it onto my best games of all time list, everything about this game is amazing. For some unknown reason you will feel yourself wanting to replay this wonderful experience. Graphically I still love it (could do with a make over, but who cares; considering that this game was released in 2005), and the squad based command system is the best IBuy this game, this is one of only 4 games to make it onto my best games of all time list, everything about this game is amazing. For some unknown reason you will feel yourself wanting to replay this wonderful experience. Graphically I still love it (could do with a make over, but who cares; considering that this game was released in 2005), and the squad based command system is the best I have ever seen. Finally the characters are awesome, and this game deserves a sequel. WHAT ARE YOU DOING LUCASARTS?… Expand
  18. Steadfast
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    I am a huge Star wars fan and I must say this is my favorite Star Wars game by far, everything from its game play, system layout, story and its main characters I think are perfect. If you have been thinking of trying this game, think no longer, just do it and do it now! I promise you, you will not regret it! Best Star Wars game ever!
  19. SwungBump
    Jan 28, 2014
    10
    Star Wars Republic Commando was one of the first games I got on pc when I was younger introducing me to FPS games, 7 years later I haven't lost a single portion of love for this game.
    There are many factors that make this game so fantastic from creative environmental, weapon and character designs to the innovative gameplay mechanics that this game introduces.
    I love the protagonist and    Star Wars Republic Commando was one of the first games I got on pc when I was younger introducing me to FPS games, 7 years later I haven't lost a single portion of love for this game.
    There are many factors that make this game so fantastic from creative environmental, weapon and character designs to the innovative gameplay mechanics that this game introduces.

    I love the protagonist and his three squad mates each one adding more flavour to the overall gameplay experience, each of the squad mates usually had an opinion on how to attack an area strategically in a certain fashion, they also had skills unique to each soldier, for instance one was a demolitions expert another an expert with a sniper rifle and the last a master with hacking computer consoles, these three factors are always useful in combat situations.

    I am disappointed that they did not end up marketing a sequel, I hope that a republic commando sequel may show up in the not so distant future.    … Expand
  20. Skitte
    Jul 7, 2014
    10
    Huge fan of Star Wars. Too bad the Clone Wars has been winded down. I cannot say anything bad of this game. Even is in the 2000' era of gaming, this FPS is much better than FPS from actual year. I'm still playing it. Too bad the sequel has been cancelled.
  21. arislaf
    Jul 8, 2015
    10
    Awesome game, first time a squad based game that your squad is better than you. Guns, strategy, commands, music, graphics, all perfectly done. Too bad no sequel is coming.
  22. Mpbpl
    Nov 4, 2018
    10
    Best underrated FPS ever!!
    The multiplayer is great, with great maps, balanced gameplay and you actually need strategy to win.
    But now, the focus of the game, single-player: The campaign is AMAZING, you play the leader in a squad of 4 stormtroopers that are superior to normal ones, and your assignment is to get behind enemy lines and destroy the enemy from within making the job of the    Best underrated FPS ever!!
    The multiplayer is great, with great maps, balanced gameplay and you actually need strategy to win.
    But now, the focus of the game, single-player:
    The campaign is AMAZING, you play the leader in a squad of 4 stormtroopers that are superior to normal ones, and your assignment is to get behind enemy lines and destroy the enemy from within making the job of the army easier.
    The gunplay is AMAZING, with an average diversity but every weapon created is really awesome. There are a lot of different grenades that will be used in different scenarios. Enemies are diverse and situations get progressively harder. The AI of them is good enough to not break immersion.
    As the leader, you get full control of your squad mates, in defense positions, sniper positions, demolitions, hacking, grenadier, hold ground, go offensive, follow your position, focus a single taget. And that makes this FPS a more strategy and shoot type of FPS instead of run and gun.
    The rest of the squad is SENSATIONAL!!! Their AI is masterfull, they are there to help and indeed they do. They have different personalities, different tastes and listening to the squad talk feels real!
    Unfornately, even though they have different specialties, every squad member can do everything with the same effectiveness, but that is a very little crack in a almost perfect game.    … Expand
  23. LordVariks
    Feb 15, 2019
    10
    Shows the true grittiness of the Clone War. The game has a great story, and gameplay features that really make it memorable, hell I even play it again and again sometimes.
  24. Makarov20
    Jan 13, 2020
    10
    This game is gorgeous for it's time. I love the variety of enemies and the gameplay. The story is very interested and my squadmates have very cool personalities NOW STOP LOOKING AROUND AND GET SOME BACTA SOLDIER
  25. AMBO
    Nov 19, 2022
    10
    Made a lot of memories with this one!! i recommend everyone to give it a try :)
  26. vasilkolarov
    Apr 7, 2021
    10
    The game needs a sequel, a tv adaptation, anything. The game ended, but for us, the fans, it is still very much in our minds.

    Throughout the game, I was always left with some type of emotion -- fear, joy, or even sadness. That might be because of my young age at the time (I was probably around 10 years old when I first got to play it) but nevertheless, those feelings stay with you,    The game needs a sequel, a tv adaptation, anything. The game ended, but for us, the fans, it is still very much in our minds.

    Throughout the game, I was always left with some type of emotion -- fear, joy, or even sadness. That might be because of my young age at the time (I was probably around 10 years old when I first got to play it) but nevertheless, those feelings stay with you, packed into a memory.

    Are we ever going to see SOME kind of continuation of Delta Squad? I think so, I want to be an optimist.    … Expand
  27. Sulong
    Nov 22, 2021
    10
    So far the best Star Wars game, it needs at least an epic remaster or a reboot with a sequel
  28. Specabox
    Feb 24, 2023
    10
    Best Star Wars game I've played so far (Cough cough thanks EA games). About 9 hours of gameplay, but has replay value due to storyline and combat being hand-in hand
  29. ManuelH.
    Jun 19, 2005
    9
    I love this game. It is funny, has action, great handling of the squad. There is only one drawback: It is too short.
  30. MattW.
    Apr 9, 2005
    9
    I like this game a lot. I think that developers have lost (for the most part) the wonderful art of making a frag fest speed demon like SW:RC is. The graphics are great, fun weapons and a fast paced unreal tournament, quake III likegameplay experience. I definitely recommend this to fans of this type of FPS. If you like quake III, Unreal, jedi knight 2 outcast, star trek elite force or any I like this game a lot. I think that developers have lost (for the most part) the wonderful art of making a frag fest speed demon like SW:RC is. The graphics are great, fun weapons and a fast paced unreal tournament, quake III likegameplay experience. I definitely recommend this to fans of this type of FPS. If you like quake III, Unreal, jedi knight 2 outcast, star trek elite force or any of the great quake III engine games such as raven's engine you will dig this game. it isn't the best game but it's quite fun to blow off some steam and if your tired of playing ut2004 all day then try this out for a SW feel.… Expand
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#54 Best PC Game of 2005
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#19 Most Discussed PC Game of 2005
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#13 Most Shared PC Game of 2005

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Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 34 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 34
  3. Negative: 0 out of 34
  1. IGN
    82
    Presentation is really what carries Republic Commando farther than it could have gone on its own. It comes with a grand score, good voice work, lovely animation, and great artistic style and polish.
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  2. GameSpot
    87
    A pedestrian and unimaginative multiplayer mode is the only notable flaw in a game that otherwise plays, looks, and sounds fantastic.
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  3. Xequted
    88
    The game’s artificial intelligence is impressive, and utilising the commands and setting team command points through the levels really makes it feel like you’re working through the game with real people who actually know what they are doing.
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