Star Wars: Dark Forces facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Star Wars: Dark Forces |
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| Developer(s) | LucasArts |
| Publisher(s) | LucasArts |
| Designer(s) | Daron Stinnett, Ray Gresko, Justin Chin |
| Series | Star Wars: Jedi Knight |
| Engine | Jedi (engine), iMuse |
| Platform(s) | MS-DOS, Apple Macintosh, PlayStation |
| Release date(s) | February 15, 1995 June, 1995 November 1996 |
| Genre(s) | First-person shooter |
| Mode(s) | Single player |
Star Wars: Dark Forces is an exciting first-person shooter game set in the famous Star Wars universe. It was created by LucasArts. The game first came out in 1995 for MS-DOS and Apple Macintosh computers. Later, a version was also released for the Sony PlayStation.
In this game, you play as Kyle Katarn. Kyle used to be a stormtrooper for the Galactic Empire. But he left them to become a mercenary, a soldier who works for money. In Dark Forces, Kyle helps the Rebellion, who are fighting against the Empire. The main goal of the game is for Kyle to find and stop a secret Imperial weapon program. This dangerous project is called the Dark Trooper Project.
Everything in the game feels like it's part of the Star Wars world. Many things, like weapons and enemies, are from the original Star Wars movies. But some parts, like certain planets and characters, were made just for Dark Forces. Some planets in the game are even from Star Wars books.
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Playing the Game: How Dark Forces Works
Dark Forces is a first-person shooter, which means you see the game through Kyle Katarn's eyes. Most of the game involves fighting and shooting enemies. But you also need to solve many puzzles to move forward in each mission.
You can make Kyle run, move sideways (strafe), jump, and crouch. He can even walk through shallow water. You can control the game using your keyboard. A mouse can also be used to help Kyle run, turn, and shoot.
The game is made up of different missions. Each mission has specific goals you need to complete. All the missions connect to tell the game's story. Kyle's pilot drops him off and picks him up, but he goes through each mission by himself.
Weapons and Tools in Dark Forces
There are many different weapons in the game for you to use. Enemies also use these weapons. Most weapons shoot blaster bolts or other projectiles. You can also throw thermal detonators, which are like grenades. Some weapons even have a secondary fire mode, which lets them shoot in a different way.
The Story of Dark Forces
The story of Dark Forces is told in two main ways. One way is through cutscenes. These are animated videos that play between some missions. Also, before each mission, you get a briefing. This briefing tells you what's happening in the story and what your goals are for the mission.
In the very first mission, Kyle Katarn steals the plans for the Death Star. This helps the Rebels destroy the Death Star. The rest of the game's story is about a different adventure.
The Rebels discover a secret Imperial plan called the Dark Trooper Project. This project aims to create new robotic stormtroopers. These Dark Troopers are very powerful and dangerous.
Kyle then searches for clues about the Dark Trooper Project. He sets off on a mission to stop it before it's too late.
Images for kids
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The player engaging a Dark Trooper
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The Jedi game engine used in Dark Forces allows atmospheric effects such as red haze.
See also
In Spanish: Star Wars: Dark Forces para niños
