BOTTOM LINE: 9.5
Concept:
An incredibly deep Star Wars RPG set over 4,000 years before the formation of the Galactic Empire
Graphics:
Impressive lighting (especially on the sabers), decent battle animations, and beautiful enviroment details
Sound:
Over 90 minutes of really orchestarted music by composer Jeremy Soule and tons of spoken dialogue
Playability:
Combat and character customization couldn't be better. The teamate AI scripting is a tad temperemental at times
Entertainment:
Bursting with longevity and reasons to play it over and over again
Replay Value:
High
SECOND OPINION:
The braintrust at BioWare has constructed an absolute diamond in Knights, and Xbox owners should be foaming at the mouth to lay their hands on it. In a fashion typical of this esteemed company, KOTOR takes on a life of its own as you guide your character through the galaxy and mold him or her to your tastes. Become and apprentice of the dark side or strive for good - it is completely up to you. The only gripes i have with the game are relatively minor (camera issues, frequently recurring NPC models), but I can't say enough about the unbelievable depth woven into the fabric of this title. Similarly, the skill architecture and rule bindings lend the title a kind of pencil-and-paper timelessness that is nearly impossible to resist. This is by far the best RPG ever released on Xbox, and is probably in the top five to be released on any current console. Buy this game imediatly.
KRISTIAN - 9.5
And the review finishes with:
"Deserving of the highest of accolades, KoToR is a dream come true for Star Wars fans, and the most noteworthy Xbox release since Halo."
