Star Wars: The Old Republic

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  1. Imaizumi
    Aug 21, 2023
    5
    Title: Star Wars: The Old Republic - A Mixed Galactic Adventure

    Rating: 5/10 Star Wars: The Old Republic offers players a mixed journey through the expansive Star Wars universe. The game starts off on a promising note, with its first planet drawing players into its immersive world. However, as the story progresses, the game struggles to maintain its initial allure, leaving players to    Title: Star Wars: The Old Republic - A Mixed Galactic Adventure

    Rating: 5/10

    Star Wars: The Old Republic offers players a mixed journey through the expansive Star Wars universe. The game starts off on a promising note, with its first planet drawing players into its immersive world. However, as the story progresses, the game struggles to maintain its initial allure, leaving players to grapple with a sense of monotony and repetition.

    The initial planet experience is undeniably captivating, presenting a well-crafted environment that resonates with the Star Wars lore. Unfortunately, as players venture beyond this captivating introduction, the game's momentum begins to wane. The storytelling loses its grip, and the subsequent planets fail to capture the same level of engagement, ultimately leading to a sense of weariness.

    The core issue arises when players complete the storylines for the classes wielding lightsabers, a pinnacle of Star Wars mythology. At this point, the game's shortcomings become apparent. A feeling of redundancy sets in, as players find themselves traversing vast landscapes without much fresh content to explore. This repetitiveness can be attributed to limitations in game development that prevent the inclusion of more diverse and engaging content.

    In a universe as rich and dynamic as Star Wars, the expectation for a game to provide consistently captivating content is high. Regrettably, Star Wars: The Old Republic struggles to meet these expectations, resulting in an experience that feels unnecessarily elongated due to the repetitive nature of the quests and activities.

    Despite its potential, Star Wars: The Old Republic ultimately falls short of delivering a consistently engaging experience. While the initial planet showcases the game's potential, the lackluster progression and repetitiveness that follow hinder its overall appeal. For fans seeking a comprehensive and immersive Star Wars gaming experience, this title may leave them feeling unfulfilled due to its shortcomings in sustaining excitement beyond the introductory stages.    … Expand
  2. Dubeau
    Jun 10, 2023
    6
    SWTOR is a good game considering when it was released. The stories are fun but some side quests contradict the main quest (Planet Hott). There 8 chapters for 9 classes (I think), and each classes play a slight different story. The amount of content is enormous. I play this purely in solo mode and there is so many systems that, I am overwhelmed. I don't do any timing/daily/weekly quest. ISWTOR is a good game considering when it was released. The stories are fun but some side quests contradict the main quest (Planet Hott). There 8 chapters for 9 classes (I think), and each classes play a slight different story. The amount of content is enormous. I play this purely in solo mode and there is so many systems that, I am overwhelmed. I don't do any timing/daily/weekly quest. I don't do those horrible subquest that have no saving point, and last more then an hour or so (stupid decision). I try the space fighting but it's just point and shoot.

    The fighting is fun, at least in terms of getting slowly some new moves. But it is very repetitive. The graphics feels washed up and old. Reshade with sharpen/lumen did the job visually. A lot of loots. Although the integration of crafting/upgrading feels really disjointed. You get a Stronghold but it's purpose seems to be for vanity and decoration. You can invite people I suppose. So, all those system seems like they were put one over the other, and it's difficult to manage at times. I like the creatures, the races, the planets and ships. The environments are nice but I would have like weather in them. The sounds and music are great. I give it 75% because it is still a fun experience, even in single player. But I am afraid, I will loose interest well before the ending of my first play through.

    Update: Downgrade to 6, because the main story obligates you to do a flashpoint. Flashpoint are horrible, no saving, hours without interruption. I don't have infinite time to play games.    … Expand
  3. sara9420
    May 14, 2023
    10
    I have been playing this game since neaqr launch, it has grown so much in terms of content and is by far imo the best mmorpg out there, a healthy RP base and PVP base, some great guilds , a non toxic gen player base.
  4. theone2
    May 13, 2023
    10
    Star Wars: The Old Republic is a massive multiplayer online role-playing game that takes players on an immersive journey through the Star Wars universe. As a player, you have the chance to choose your own path and become a hero or villain, with your choices impacting the course of the game.

    One of the things that sets The Old Republic apart from other MMORPGs is its rich and detailed    Star Wars: The Old Republic is a massive multiplayer online role-playing game that takes players on an immersive journey through the Star Wars universe. As a player, you have the chance to choose your own path and become a hero or villain, with your choices impacting the course of the game.

    One of the things that sets The Old Republic apart from other MMORPGs is its rich and detailed storytelling. The game features fully voiced dialogue for all characters, which really helps bring the world to life and makes you feel like you're a part of the action. Each character has their own unique story, and the choices you make throughout the game can have lasting consequences.

    The gameplay in The Old Republic is also top-notch. There are eight different classes to choose from, each with their own unique abilities and playstyles. Whether you prefer ranged combat, melee combat, or healing/support roles, there's a class that will suit your playstyle.

    Another great feature of The Old Republic is its focus on player choice. You can customize your character's appearance, choose their skills and abilities, and even make moral decisions that will affect your character's alignment and reputation. This gives players a sense of agency and ownership over their characters, which can be incredibly rewarding.

    Overall, Star Wars: The Old Republic is a fantastic game that offers hours of immersive gameplay and storytelling. Whether you're a die-hard Star Wars fan or just looking for a great MMORPG, this game is definitely worth checking out.    … Expand
  5. Barrage
    Apr 28, 2023
    9
    This is definitely my favorite MMO. The story focuses on your character, not on some NPCs like in Warcraft. Unfortunately, this game has a lot less content than WoW. It loosely continues the story of the KotOR games, especially if you play as the Jedi Knight class.
  6. Lance22
    Mar 17, 2023
    8
    The game’s graphics might look a little dated by today’s standards, but then again it’s a game that released back in 2011, the games eight stories are actually fantastic and you could really immerse yourself into the lore and story to carve out your own Star Wars adventure, the voice acting is also superb and top notch, and the best part is the game is totally free to play, though you canThe game’s graphics might look a little dated by today’s standards, but then again it’s a game that released back in 2011, the games eight stories are actually fantastic and you could really immerse yourself into the lore and story to carve out your own Star Wars adventure, the voice acting is also superb and top notch, and the best part is the game is totally free to play, though you can pay for a subscription to unlock the expansion pass, it’s so easy to just jump in and play the game for free, i’ve sunk so many hours into this game, and there’s already created about five different characters, both from the light and dark side, if you’re looking for a good MMORPG with great stories, fantastic characters, and top-notch voice acting, Star Wars, the old republic just might be the game for you, also in 2023 this game is still constantly getting updated and includes new raids, new, PVP, matches, and new game modes to open up new experiences, plus the game is also very new gamer friendly, whether you were there during the original launch of SWTOR or are just jumping into it now, Star Wars the old republic is a game you should check out, the game may have had a very rough start, but it is definitely fully playable now.… Expand
  7. agradecemais
    Feb 7, 2023
    6
    MMO gostoso de jogar com uma história cativante...recomendo!

    Um bom MMO para passar o tempo.
  8. BWill9886
    Jan 17, 2023
    3
    This review score reflects the game as it sits today. The only reason it isn't lower is due to the base game's quest lines for the different classes. I enjoyed even the weakest ones and would still recommend people try them out. The reason it isn't higher is because of the Knights of the Eternal Throne expansion.

    KOTFE (as it's often referred to) made this game feel like a chore and    This review score reflects the game as it sits today. The only reason it isn't lower is due to the base game's quest lines for the different classes. I enjoyed even the weakest ones and would still recommend people try them out. The reason it isn't higher is because of the Knights of the Eternal Throne expansion.

    KOTFE (as it's often referred to) made this game feel like a chore and feels unapologetic in wasting your time. The storyline is incredibly lazy. One of the few things this game had going for it was some of the writing, so that really hurts it. The writers never met a deus ex machina they didn't like. The gameplay is often plagued with poor pacing and glitchy interactions. Trash mob spawning is absolutely maddening and unnecessary. Character dialogue and growth is sometimes fine, but for the most part only fit for bad fanfiction. You can forget about making any hard choices or the few choices you do make mattering at all.

    It's such a shame that so much Star Wars IP has been ruined by the desire for a quick buck. Add this to the list of wasted potential with The Last Jedi, Rise of Skywalker, etc.    … Expand
  9. sharky0456
    Jan 8, 2023
    5
    the combat personally ruined this game for me though i like all the choice the game gives you

    honestly try this game out if you have a whoping 40GBs to spare and if you like it good for you but its not my cup of tea
  10. Giero
    Jan 4, 2023
    6
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  11. Soullex
    Nov 29, 2022
    6
    Bu da bi kardeşimizdir.....................................................
  12. Grize
    Jun 22, 2022
    3
    The Game is good is fun and hard if you want it to be hard. The character customisation is ok armor is better. The Ops are fun in a group you can talk to recommend that you try the hard mode or nightmare but get the right group, Gear and numbers (us Starpass) before. The solo stories are good not all but most of them. Same with the dlcs. The only real problem is that sometimes the optionThe Game is good is fun and hard if you want it to be hard. The character customisation is ok armor is better. The Ops are fun in a group you can talk to recommend that you try the hard mode or nightmare but get the right group, Gear and numbers (us Starpass) before. The solo stories are good not all but most of them. Same with the dlcs. The only real problem is that sometimes the option you pick is not what you say or do. But here comes the problem. Annoying gearing, Market all over the place, Dead and toxic pvp rank (Whatever you do not try it, People will just call you bad for being a newbie and literally send hate and no one will help you get better except a guild that is not toxic. Or YT and guides) Gold spammers, Recruitment spammers, corrisant chat, easy solo difficulty and the worst Slow and not mutch or interesting updates. The game really has slowed down by this point and it is sad. I had lots of fun… Expand
  13. BrotherMan
    Jun 11, 2022
    10
    This game is what Star Wars is all about. Taking place in a very interesting era of Star Wars filled with lore.
  14. DimZer
    Jun 5, 2022
    9
    Old republic is a great game. Far from perfect, but the amount of playing you get even for free and the different story archs make this certainly a game of my taste.
    The familiar worlds, great companions... To be honest, I should start playing this game again!
  15. macedonia4ever
    Mar 18, 2022
    0
    If you want to play a sci-fi game that's actually good and incorporates every genre of video gaming, then steer clear from this hefty monthly subscription of a game or Disney (yes you're playing a Disney game designed for your daughter who plays with The Little Mermaid). Instead of spending all this money every month on a game that barely has anything to offer, instead opt to play theIf you want to play a sci-fi game that's actually good and incorporates every genre of video gaming, then steer clear from this hefty monthly subscription of a game or Disney (yes you're playing a Disney game designed for your daughter who plays with The Little Mermaid). Instead of spending all this money every month on a game that barely has anything to offer, instead opt to play the Free-To-Play Star Trek Online game - basically this game, but on steroids and free!… Expand
  16. Fursnake
    Feb 23, 2022
    5
    I've played this game since it's beta days and I have always felt that it was kind of mediocre in ways. The game has some pretty good storytelling for individual classes and the game world in general, although the story took a hard nose dive with the Eternal Empire content. The gameworld is colorful and detailed, but this is offset by some of the ugliest character models and faces to everI've played this game since it's beta days and I have always felt that it was kind of mediocre in ways. The game has some pretty good storytelling for individual classes and the game world in general, although the story took a hard nose dive with the Eternal Empire content. The gameworld is colorful and detailed, but this is offset by some of the ugliest character models and faces to ever plague an MMO. There's plenty of content and various things to do, but currently the whole game just feels like a platform for the Cartel Market (cash shop). The current content update being touted as an expansion is anything but an expansion, it is more like a teaser to eventual updates that overall amount to an expansion but have no business being called that with this staggered release of the content. The game engine is so heavily modified that is has constant issues and my bugs have not been fixed for years. They hyped up this "expansion", delayed the "expansion" and then released a piss poor amount of content and a Combat Styles upgrade that was underwhelming as can be. Underwhelming is a good term to describe this whole content update and what it does to the game. My sub will run out in March and I will never resub to this game, Bioware has killed it in my eyes.… Expand
  17. cuki3r7
    Feb 18, 2022
    0
    Legacy of the sith...bug bug bug bug bug bug bug bug bug bug bug bug bug bug
  18. Ordnik
    Aug 26, 2021
    0
    Money hungry company. .
  19. OldGamer99
    May 2, 2021
    7
    This game is worth is if you love star wars and a respectable RPG story line (some classes are better than others).

    TL;DR: fun enough for someone looking for some star wars action, but well past its prime. By 2021 standards graphics are mediocre with a very poor color scheme which will leave you playing your PCs in every shade of brown, but hey, the movies are pretty much jedi=brown,    This game is worth is if you love star wars and a respectable RPG story line (some classes are better than others).

    TL;DR: fun enough for someone looking for some star wars action, but well past its prime.

    By 2021 standards graphics are mediocre with a very poor color scheme which will leave you playing your PCs in every shade of brown, but hey, the movies are pretty much jedi=brown, sith=black, so it is true to the franchise.

    Aesthethics aside, the game had a far amount of enjoyment, less so for returning players, but very much so for new to the game.

    It's respectable even as creaky and out of date as it is. Hopefully, there will be a decent, up to date successor eventually.    … Expand
  20. ninturo
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    swtor хорошая игра в жанре ммо , которая может понравится человеку у которого не было опыта в этом жанре игр. Но перейдем к + и - , к плюсом можно отнести это сюжет , большое количество планет , лор и т.д можно долго хвалить эту игру но самое важное это минусы , которые могут оттолкнуть новых игроков -это гейплей он скучен и однообразный ты идешь из точки а в точку б и бьешь всех на путиswtor хорошая игра в жанре ммо , которая может понравится человеку у которого не было опыта в этом жанре игр. Но перейдем к + и - , к плюсом можно отнести это сюжет , большое количество планет , лор и т.д можно долго хвалить эту игру но самое важное это минусы , которые могут оттолкнуть новых игроков -это гейплей он скучен и однообразный ты идешь из точки а в точку б и бьешь всех на пути (весело шо пиздец) и главный минус это нету российского языка и озвучки (да я знаю есть русификатор но это не то) да есть люди которые хорошо знают английский , но большинство нет. много чего можно сказать про эту игру про-то что длс доступны только по подписке или что бы что-то купить на галактическом рынке нужны миллионы кредитов. но если вы хотите только сюжет а не геймплей то посмотрите видосы на ютубе. всем HK-51… Expand
  21. Buna
    Apr 3, 2021
    0
    Govno tesko bolje ubit se nego igrat ovo Florensia je za ovo bog i batina!
    Da je stuc glavu autoru spasija bi se
  22. RevUBrah
    Mar 11, 2021
    6
    This game truly is the epitome of mediocrity. Of the eight storylines available, only two of them are actually well-written and engaging (Sith Warrior & Imperial Agent). Not to mention how it butchers the lore of previous entries in the Old Republic series in order to make the mediocre Jedi Knight storyline look more important. Aside from that, it's pretty much your basic MMO.
  23. Zioreturns
    Feb 1, 2021
    9
    A good Single Player experience the Multiplayer aspect is lacking but the game is quite enjoyable for it's story.
  24. snootchie
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    Best MMORPG of all time. Fully voice acted, all of the missions have substance (they aren’t just random fetch quests like most “cheap” MMO’s), and the choice system definitely causes you to be more invested in the story.
    The combat is superb and fast-paced and you can easily play through an entire character solo if you really wanted to. Each class has it’s own story, so the replay value is    Best MMORPG of all time. Fully voice acted, all of the missions have substance (they aren’t just random fetch quests like most “cheap” MMO’s), and the choice system definitely causes you to be more invested in the story.
    The combat is superb and fast-paced and you can easily play through an entire character solo if you really wanted to. Each class has it’s own story, so the replay value is huge here. There are voice actors for each class, and male and female choices for the latter. The sheer quantity of detail throughout this game is unparalleled. I highly recommend it to any RPG and/or Star Wars fan. Plus it can be free if you don’t care about having a limited experience. Gp try it out!    … Expand
  25. coth
    Dec 17, 2020
    8
    A good feeling of that Star Wars - untouched by Hollywood. Though combat system is quite boring and monotonous.
    The game keeps evolving. It's freemium now and subscription prices are fine for developing countries.
  26. JSAUX
    Dec 16, 2020
    9
    Great fun, story is long and interactive, I think the MMO is watered down and inch deep, but I really enjoyed it nonetheless.
  27. Szeidil
    Dec 15, 2020
    10
    Star Wars The Old Republic is one of the best MMORPGS in the world. Even one of the best RPGS, because whole game is kinda more RPG style, where every single quest, is cutscene, similar to mass effect series/ old KOTOR games, or Dragon Age. So its not like in every mmorpg when you just click on quest, you rly speak with quest giver, and choose speak options, sometimes they have impact forStar Wars The Old Republic is one of the best MMORPGS in the world. Even one of the best RPGS, because whole game is kinda more RPG style, where every single quest, is cutscene, similar to mass effect series/ old KOTOR games, or Dragon Age. So its not like in every mmorpg when you just click on quest, you rly speak with quest giver, and choose speak options, sometimes they have impact for your story sometimes not. Graphic is overall ok, maybe too colorfull, music is stunning. Since release game changed in many ways, now its rly more friendly to new players and free to play players, you can reach max lvl, play max lvl content even on free account, of course with subscription whole game is more " fun ", but you not rly need to pay sub. Game have many raids and maps, you can explore almost every known from movies, books etc. planet from Star Wars Universe. Your morality choices have impact for story of your character, game have diffrent vanilla story for every class, and republic/sith stories for expansions which make this game rly unique when you play as diffrent class in your next playthrough. Overall if you love KOTOR games its just KOTOR but new, so you will love it also, upgrade is that you can play with random people or friends, which make from this game mmorpg.… Expand
  28. MatikTheSeventh
    Oct 11, 2020
    8
    One of the best MMO I have ever played, and setting a Star Wars "massive multiplayer" game in times when there were many Jedi and Sith is just a great idea.
  29. Zuultaan
    Sep 9, 2020
    9
    I am having a blast with the game, I have about 70 hrs in on it. Never played an MMO before but the amount of content is mind blowing. I didn't think I would enjoy, I thought it would be PC garbage I am pleasantly surprised by the RPG elements and the ability to choose your own sith destiny. It might come down on the score but after trying to play horizon zero dawn and basically realizingI am having a blast with the game, I have about 70 hrs in on it. Never played an MMO before but the amount of content is mind blowing. I didn't think I would enjoy, I thought it would be PC garbage I am pleasantly surprised by the RPG elements and the ability to choose your own sith destiny. It might come down on the score but after trying to play horizon zero dawn and basically realizing its unplayable...yeah I like it.… Expand
  30. Traxillion
    Aug 9, 2020
    6
    Really feels like a Star Wars version of WoW.
    Would only recommend it for the story and the great community.
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#19 Best PC Game of 2011
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#8 Most Discussed PC Game of 2011
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#9 Most Shared PC Game of 2011

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85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 73 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 68 out of 73
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 73
  3. Negative: 0 out of 73
  1. RPGamer
    Apr 23, 2012
    80
    LucasArts generally exercised greater quality control of Star Wars games than most licensed properties receive, though that didn't necessarily translate into titles that were actually good. I've played a few other Star Wars games in the past, and while the SNES platformers were pretty good, this one is even better. Knights of the Old Republic may just be the best game in the franchise, and succeeds at being a top-tier RPG even if one has no interest in Star Wars. BioWare did the license proud.
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  2. GameCritics
    Mar 31, 2012
    70
    I wound up bailing out on Star Wars: The Old Republic well before hitting the level cap, but not before digging into it more so than any other MMO I've played. Even if it is an unhappy marriage between two wildly different game types, the fact that it kept me hooked for so long at least counts for something.
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  3. NZGamer
    Mar 5, 2012
    83
    A good game. It pays excellent homage to the film series (even though it's set before the movies), and is a really solid MMO.
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