Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic

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9.1

Universal acclaim- based on 504 Ratings

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  1. Josh_47ra
    Mar 7, 2012
    10
    Arguably my favorite game of all time (I'll admit, the Star Wars part does help). Don't mistake this as fanboy of Star Wars, but it did help the game having an established background. That being said it is very independent from the plots of the movies, and has an awesome plot with a great twist. Compelling narritive, great alien races, HK-47, Great crew, Good combat, Awesome Jedi powers,Arguably my favorite game of all time (I'll admit, the Star Wars part does help). Don't mistake this as fanboy of Star Wars, but it did help the game having an established background. That being said it is very independent from the plots of the movies, and has an awesome plot with a great twist. Compelling narritive, great alien races, HK-47, Great crew, Good combat, Awesome Jedi powers, and a good moral choice system (as in if you're dark side, dark side force powers, which are more powerful, cost less, but people don't like you). I could go on gushing, but I am bored, just if you have never played this game, do so! It's awesome.… Expand
  2. LilD
    Jul 24, 2012
    10
    Tied as my favorite game of the previous generation of consoles, this game was awesome on so many levels. The characters were incredible, the story was awesome, and graphics and environments that made you feel like you were in the Star Wars universe. I was not a huge Star Wars fan until I played this game. I have beaten it probably half a dozen times.
  3. BigD
    Jun 1, 2012
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is, by far, the BEST Star Wars game ever made. With a very good story with constant plot twists, the unique option of choosing which path you want to walk, a variety of rich and complex character, going from a simple Republic soldier to an exiled Wookie to even an assassin droid. The combat system is something from a D&D game, with constant d20 rolls, saving rolls, modifiers, and you don't have to worry about all the fancy calculations, as the game does it for you. With endless possibilities on equipment choices, Force Powers, Feats, and stats, this ensures each PC (player character) is unique depending on a player's choices. This game worked for a perfect score, and it got it.… Expand
  4. Ruderz
    Apr 1, 2013
    10
    To date one of the best RPG's I have ever played, the mechanic of choosing to go down a light side and dark side with consequences on your chosen path to the story was amazing to me, especially with the change in how your character looks. The game has brilliantly fleshed out characters, each of them interesting. The combat system is probably one of it's most positive aspects, combat feltTo date one of the best RPG's I have ever played, the mechanic of choosing to go down a light side and dark side with consequences on your chosen path to the story was amazing to me, especially with the change in how your character looks. The game has brilliantly fleshed out characters, each of them interesting. The combat system is probably one of it's most positive aspects, combat felt challenging if played on the right difficulty yet not frustrating. One of the best story twists that I have ever witnessed in a video-game. A must-play if you are a Star Wars fan.… Expand
  5. Bradyboy12
    Aug 12, 2013
    10
    a true masterpiece, an excellent and immersive rpg that best star wars game ever made and one of the best rpgs ever, the story is as god as if not better then the movies, full o side quests, unique environments, plot twists, well developed characters and replay value that is very high. Great Game!
  6. DoomsDai
    Nov 26, 2015
    10
    My favorite game of all time, played it almost every year since 2006 and it still hasn't gotten old!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  7. Bjolley35
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    One of My all time favorites, played through multiple times, can still play through and have a blast 12 years later, instant classic few games like it
  8. Broyax
    Apr 17, 2017
    10
    Sans aucun doute le meilleur jeu basé sur la fameuse licence Star Wars et peut-être bien le meilleur jeu de rôle réalisé par Bioware à côté des Mass Effect ! il brille par son scénario très travaillé, ses personnages forts, ses dialogues toujours intéressants, son système de combat presque aussi agréable qu'un vrai tour par tour.

    A dire vrai, ses graphismes sont tout juste honnêtes et    Sans aucun doute le meilleur jeu basé sur la fameuse licence Star Wars et peut-être bien le meilleur jeu de rôle réalisé par Bioware à côté des Mass Effect ! il brille par son scénario très travaillé, ses personnages forts, ses dialogues toujours intéressants, son système de combat presque aussi agréable qu'un vrai tour par tour.

    A dire vrai, ses graphismes sont tout juste honnêtes et sujets néanmoins à pas mal de ralentissements mais la direction artistique superbe sauve la mise. La musique est superbe, la VF impeccable et la durée de vie n'est pas négligeable ! Je l'ai fini deux fois à l'époque sur Xbox. C'est d'ailleurs le jeu (avec Splinter Cell) qui m'a fait acheter une Xbox (ce fut une exclusivité pendant de longs mois). Excellent souvenir.    … Expand
  9. dcutler
    Apr 2, 2017
    10
    This game is the best star wars game and one of the greatest games of its time. It's got a combat system that you will never find in today's video games. The game included great characters, an Amazing story and a plot twist that will be remembered forever!
  10. Tegakari
    Mar 19, 2018
    10
    Even 15 years later, I can't say I've played a better RPG than Kotor. It's contemporary Morrowind comes incredibly close, and many other RPGs are definitely engaging, but Kotor just did it all the best.

    The gameplay, the score, the writing, the worldbuilding, the decision-making. A deep, rewarding RPG that still warrants replays to this day.
  11. joesmith123315
    Oct 15, 2018
    10
    A great RPG for anyone. I have two gripes, but I guess that is because of modern RPGs. One is no (so far, as I have yet to fully complete the game) re-playable side quests, or at least on some which you can fail. 2nd is the graphics could have better, like Halo, but I'll let slide. The game has a diverse set of things to do like card games, trading, and RPG action. There is also a forceA great RPG for anyone. I have two gripes, but I guess that is because of modern RPGs. One is no (so far, as I have yet to fully complete the game) re-playable side quests, or at least on some which you can fail. 2nd is the graphics could have better, like Halo, but I'll let slide. The game has a diverse set of things to do like card games, trading, and RPG action. There is also a force meter, telling you how your choices affiliate with both sides of the force. The character development is great, and the story will keep you guessing.… Expand
  12. draken3581
    Dec 18, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. there is very little that can be said about this game to really convey its true depth. One simply needs to experience it fully in order to understand what it is. And it is this; the best written game based on an existing IP. The most interesting characters following a story that starts with an interesting prelude and then builds from a slow crescendo to an incredible thunderstorm. The gameplay options are interesting and varied, but what will take the player is the depth of choice in how the story will proceed. I started as a simple character trying to survive the battles in front of me using basic melee weapons and some pistol. I eventually, after 12-15 hours of gameplay became a Jedi and started training my powers and exploring the world more comfortably, gaining companions, solving interesting quests, having a blast. I built up my character and eventually learned more about the game's antagonist and confronted him, after nearly 50 hours of gameplay, expecting that this is the last battle, the last boss of the game, credits to be rolling soon. How incredibly and delightfully mistaken I was. What the game throws at you at that moment is probably one of the most incredible reversals in all gaming history. What it does to you; is just messing up with your mind. I remember waking up the wife who would tentatively follow some of the adventure from time to time in excitement I could not contain. No amount of novel books, or movies, or any other medium can do that to you, because they can't make you invest 50 hours over so many months of involvement and then play that twist on you. Only gaming can do this. And no game has ever done it better than KOTOR. I hope a remastered version will find its way to newer hardware for many generations to come.… Expand
  13. SolidSovereign
    Nov 24, 2019
    10
    Astonishing.

    The greatest star wars game ever. And one of the best RPGs ever.

    Story 10/10
    Setting 10/10
    Gameplay 10/10
    Replay-ability 10/10
    Music/Sounds 10/10
  14. JayNxtGen
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    This is without a doubt the best STAR WARS game of all time. Ill keep it short...

    It is a absolute masterclass in the RPG genre and a true adventure for any STAR WARS fan. if you have not played this game do yourself a favour and play it now.

    It is backwards compatible with all XBOX ONE consoles and on PC and IOS/Android.
  15. Turdnuggz
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    Not only is this game one of the best Star Wars games ever made, but also one of the best video games ever made! I've obsessively played this game since it released and have beaten it dozens and dozens of times. Every year I make sure to beat it at least once now. It just does everything right. The music, story, characters, and locations are incredible. The gameplay is also really fun,Not only is this game one of the best Star Wars games ever made, but also one of the best video games ever made! I've obsessively played this game since it released and have beaten it dozens and dozens of times. Every year I make sure to beat it at least once now. It just does everything right. The music, story, characters, and locations are incredible. The gameplay is also really fun, though over time I have noticed it's flaws, but it is a 2003 game so it can be excused. I highly recommend this game.… Expand
  16. breadcrumbs97
    Feb 17, 2020
    10
    The best Star Wars game out there in my opinion. The story is so good. And the voice actors for this game are incredible.
  17. Dylan117
    Feb 8, 2020
    10
    Everything about this game is perfect. The exploration, combat, story, universe, and dialouge is nailed to atee. If you have an xbox, PC, 360, or ONE, you MUST play this game.
  18. Dom007
    Mar 12, 2021
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. Brilliant storytelling, characters, music and environments. Usually I don't like the type of combat this game has but it works really well here.
    There aren't even that many flaws I can think of. Definitely in my top 10 games of all time list.
  19. RevanJedi
    Mar 5, 2021
    10
    I'm a big gamer and star wars fan so when I played this game back in 2003 i was blown away by the graphics and story. I see a lot of people complaining about the combat and bugs. And my answer to that is if you're some kind of retard or this is your first time playing a video game I reccomend you to play "cool cat in the house" where you can learn to press the A button without needing anyI'm a big gamer and star wars fan so when I played this game back in 2003 i was blown away by the graphics and story. I see a lot of people complaining about the combat and bugs. And my answer to that is if you're some kind of retard or this is your first time playing a video game I reccomend you to play "cool cat in the house" where you can learn to press the A button without needing any help. But for real the combat is strategic and thought based if you don't like that go play Call of Duty or some **** that doesn't require the rest of your brain. And when you boot up a game from 2003 you should really know what you're getting into. But the main part that kept me playing was the god tier story and the companions. Being a star wars fan in 2003 I adored the jedi and the sith and star wars in general so when I heard that this game was set 4000 years before that I was skeptical. But when I popped it into my Xbox and played it I saw that I was wrong. The story was so immersive and detailed. The worlds were intricate and beautiful and the companions were loyal and funny and just so goddamn likeable. If you haven't played this game go do it's $10 on xbox so bye.… Expand
  20. LordFaidal
    Jan 13, 2022
    10
    If FF7 is the king of JR-PG's then KOTOR is the king of western RPGs. I cannot explain in words just how amazing this game is. The story, the characters, the customization, and build options. The game is so big and so full and it's so easy to get drawn in. If you haven't played this I highly recommend picking it up on steam. it's fairly inexpensive and is usually on sale a few times aIf FF7 is the king of JR-PG's then KOTOR is the king of western RPGs. I cannot explain in words just how amazing this game is. The story, the characters, the customization, and build options. The game is so big and so full and it's so easy to get drawn in. If you haven't played this I highly recommend picking it up on steam. it's fairly inexpensive and is usually on sale a few times a year. There are even mods to make the experience better.… Expand
  21. Funkydrummer
    Jun 20, 2023
    10
    One of my favorites games. Great RPG sytem, great story and great combat. This is the best Star Wars game by far.
  22. EkkloTRR
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Easily my favorite. The music - the characters - the story; everything lines up.
  23. J.gh0st
    Aug 4, 2003
    9
    Fantastic. Pure RPG and really well done at that. You do nothing in combat (no twitching, you are picking attacks and stuff) and while you may think it is boring, it is anything but. It is a blast to pan the camera and watch them go at it. Just great. Story is top notch, voices are well done. Grafx are good. Not really anything bad to say at all.
  24. SuperRater
    Jan 5, 2010
    9
    By far the funnest Star Wars game out there. With many different choices of skills, powers, and even swaying towards the light or dark side, this game has is all. The worlds are huge, and if you can get use to some glitches and not the best graphics then you will have a blast with this game. After playing this game over and over i still feel that it is by far one of the best games out By far the funnest Star Wars game out there. With many different choices of skills, powers, and even swaying towards the light or dark side, this game has is all. The worlds are huge, and if you can get use to some glitches and not the best graphics then you will have a blast with this game. After playing this game over and over i still feel that it is by far one of the best games out there, even today. Defenitaly worth buying!… Expand
  25. jesseR
    Oct 20, 2009
    9
    favorite xbox RPG ever. gameplay is slow in the beginning but gets way better. also can be a little buggy at times
  26. GMan
    Aug 15, 2003
    9
    This game integrates all the expansiveness of the online text based MUDDs of a decade ago into an incredible graphical interface. Gameplay is smooth and offers a good deal of player intuition/decision making.......this could really, really expand in the online environment!
  27. CodyD.
    Apr 10, 2004
    9
    The part were you are in combat bites you can't do sh.t unless you play 24 7 and know what points to put in strength dexterity etc. other than that the game is really cool p.s. if you get the galaxy droid go to all the planets you can't go to anymore (like taris) or go to places you won't be able to (like the starforge) because if you don't and go some were like Mannan The part were you are in combat bites you can't do sh.t unless you play 24 7 and know what points to put in strength dexterity etc. other than that the game is really cool p.s. if you get the galaxy droid go to all the planets you can't go to anymore (like taris) or go to places you won't be able to (like the starforge) because if you don't and go some were like Mannan and go back in the Ebon Hawk the galaxy droid will be gone. hope you like that hint… Expand
  28. HowardM.
    Jul 3, 2004
    9
    The polar opposite of games like Ninja Gaiden in that it's endlessly entertaining, fun and deep and practically never frustrating or unfair. I thought the combat system was great as well and perfect for overcoming the limitations of the Xbox controller as well as the inevitable camera problems that plague fighting games.
  29. RyanF.
    Apr 8, 2007
    9
    This game is simply the best RPG I've ever played. The story is perfect, the graphics are alright, they don't look very good in some cutscenes, the gameplay is great and the music is great.
  30. JakeV.
    Jul 16, 2003
    9
    I know it's probably a bit odd to see a review on here in which every word is properly spelled, and the grammar is correct. Sorry for the inconvenience. As of right now, I have played approximately 9 hours of the game, and I still have much exploring to do. The graphics are great, and the bump mapping is excellent. The voice acting is also some of the best I've heard in a video I know it's probably a bit odd to see a review on here in which every word is properly spelled, and the grammar is correct. Sorry for the inconvenience. As of right now, I have played approximately 9 hours of the game, and I still have much exploring to do. The graphics are great, and the bump mapping is excellent. The voice acting is also some of the best I've heard in a video game. Bravo BioWare. You've made me proud to be a Star Wars fan again.… Expand
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#2 Best Xbox Game of 2003
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#1 Most Discussed Xbox Game of 2003
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#1 Most Shared Xbox Game of 2003

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Universal acclaim - based on 72 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 72 out of 72
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 72
  3. Negative: 0 out of 72
  1. GMR Magazine
    100
    The battle system rocks. Not quite real-time, not quite turn-based, but somewhere in-between, KOTOR's battle engine offers tremendous depth while being intimately adjustable. [Sept 2003, p.78]
  2. Gamestyle
    100
    It's a luminous use of an indelible vehicle, and it deserves to be held aloft; suitably accorded the very best nomenclature in Gamestyle's vocabulary. A Ten, then.
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  3. Thunderbolt
    100
    It isn't one thing that makes Knights of the Old Republic such a masterful RPG, but a remarkable amalgamation of brilliant gameplay elements, jaw-dropping presentation and a huge helping of that special Star Wars magic.
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