Jedi Power Battles launches January 23 on PS5 and PS4 – PlayStation.Blog
Prepare yourself, Jedi! The Force is calling you back for exhilarating lightsaber action! We’re excited to announce that Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles is coming to PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, delivering the nostalgic thrill of the Return of the Jedi and an exciting experience for new residents.
A long-awaited battle has returned in full force
Originally released in 2000, get ready to fight your way through iconic locations from Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace. Whether you’re fighting to reclaim Theed Palace from the Trade Federation or taking on hordes of battle droids, destruction droids, and deadly assassins, you’ll need all the skill and precision of a Jedi to success.
In Jedi Power Battles, the power of the Force is in your hands. Grip your lightsaber and destroy enemies in fast-paced, side-scrolling arcade action. The game lets you play as beloved characters from the prequel trilogy, including Mace Windu, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Padme, Panaka, Plo Koon, Adi Gallia, and Qui-Gon Jinn.
Celebrating 25 years with all new features
The 2025 release includes new and improved features that enhance the gameplay experience:
Lightsaber transformation: For returning players who remember playing each Jedi with a special color for their lightsaber, you may also remember those sabers didn’t match their appearance in the movies.
For example, the original game introduced Mace Windu with a blue lightsaber.
For this release, we’ve added a toggle button that allows you to switch between his iconic purple sword or the classic blue sword. This also applies to the classic saber colors of Ki-Adi Mundi, Plo Koon and Adi Gallia.
All secret characters and levels unlocked from the start: Experience the full game from the start, with all original characters and secret levels unlocked, allowing you to rush straight into battle without delay. In addition to the original lineup, we’re also introducing 13 new playable characters that have been unlocked! You’ll find the Rifle Droid, Staff Tusken Raider, Ishi Tib and Weequay, ready to join the action, and there will be more character announcements ahead of launch. Who else joins the list? We will all find out soon.
Gameplay improvements and expanded game modes: We’ve made improvements to character models, environments, and game modes based on the post-PlayStation expansion release, while preserving elements of the original PlayStation user interface. Enjoy smoother jumps, better balance, and new main menu art that transforms your combat from all original versions of the game. Additionally, we’ve included in-game UI toggle options for better customization, and we’ve brought back Vs Mode and Practice Mode from the post-PlayStation expansion release, adding Depth and variety to your gameplay.
Co-op classic couch: The entire 10-level campaign, along with additional bonus mini-games, can be played with a friend in local co-op. The joy of teaming up with a friend to take down waves of enemies is a core part of the Jedi Power Battles experience, and it’s back in full force.
Cheats and unlockables: Classic cheats like Big Head Mode, Big Foot Mode and Lightsaber cheats are ready to be claimed! Additionally, unlock character progression (combos, stats) by achieving high scores to keep the gameplay fresh and rewarding. Finally, for the first time ever, the brand new Loader Droid Boss is playable via cheat codes!
Ready to join the battle?
Whether you’re an old player or new to the battle, get ready for adventure in the Star Wars galaxy. We’ve brought back this classic out of our deep love for Star Wars, and we hope you’ll find joy in every lightsaber swing and every battle. win.
May the Force always be with you. Get ready to join the battle on January 23, 2025!
Prepare by pre-ordering Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles on PS5 and PS4 today.
