# STAR WARS: Dark Forces Remaster

> The evil Empire is currently creating a doomsday army behind a veil of secrecy. However, they are no match for the Rebel Alliance's covert operations division. Your mission is to infiltrate the Empire and put an end to their plans for terror and domination.

## Game facts

- Developer: Nightdive Studios, LucasArts
- Publisher: Atari, Nightdive Studios
- Release status: Released
- Release date: Feb 28, 2024
- Region for this schedule: GLOBAL
- Platforms: PC, Nintendo, and PlayStation
- Genres: Action, Puzzle, Shooting, FPS
- Steam Deck: Verified (Steam, checked Nov 4, 2026: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2292260/)
- Playtime: Main + some extras 6.5 hr (IGDB, checked Nov 4, 2026: https://www.igdb.com/games/star-wars-dark-forces-remaster)
- Languages: Interface: German (Germany), American English, French (France), European Spanish, Italian (Italy); Subtitles: German (Germany), American English, French (France), European Spanish, Italian (Italy); Audio: German (Germany), American English, French (France), European Spanish, Italian (Italy) (IGDB, checked Nov 4, 2026: https://www.igdb.com/games/star-wars-dark-forces-remaster)

## AI Review Analysis

Analyzed Sep 27, 2026

### Strengths

- It preserves the original's nostalgia while offering brighter graphics, improved sprites, and enhanced cutscenes.
- Gunplay and control responsiveness feel good with modern mouse-and-keyboard setups.
- The Star Wars universe, unique weapons, and protagonist Kyle Katarn's appeal give it a distinct identity beyond a typical classic FPS.

### Weaknesses

- The levels are large, and without waypoints or guidance, it is easy to get lost.
- Limited ammunition and health, along with high combat difficulty, can be barriers for modern FPS players.
- The method of finding buttons to open doors and some level structures feel dated and require patience.

## Links

- [STAR WARS: Dark Forces Remaster on WAME](https://www.wame.is/game/6406)
- [Player reviews](https://www.wame.is/game/6406/reviews)

Updated: 2026-11-10T09:13:56.280Z