LucasArts
Star Wars: Empire at War - PC
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Bottom line: The Star Wars: Empire at War - PC is a solid pick with broad community endorsement in the retro software & media category, priced around $36.99, rated 4.2★ across 158 verified Amazon reviews. A solid choice — worth comparing against one or two close alternatives first.
Product DescriptionStar Wars Empire at War is the first game ever that gives you the power to command an entire war for the Star Wars Galaxy at your finger tips and the freedom to decide how to do it. The game is set between Episode III and Episode IV of the Star Wars series. This real-time strategy takes place in the wake of the Jedi slaughter that has disrupted the balance of the force. Players wage ground and space battles all in an effort to gain control of the galaxy. All of the gameplay and action within Empire at War is persistent, meaning that strategic and tactical elements from…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks classifies Star Wars: Empire at War - PC as a solid pick with broad community endorsement in the retro software & media category, based on 158 verified Amazon reviews and our ranking model that weights rating × review-volume × price-fit. LucasArts's positioning sits within the broader category mid-tier. Use the Compare tool to put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives before clicking through to Amazon.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Solid 4.2★ customer rating
- ✓ Real-time strategy game takes place between the two trilogies through "A New Hope"
- ✓ Backed by LucasArts's warranty and support channels
- ✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified
Key Features
- Real-time strategy game takes place between the two trilogies through "A New Hope"
- Play with a multitude of heroes for each side, each with their own abilities
- Control the battle between Rebel and Empire forces on both land and in space
- Dual-layered game play requires you to manage both strategic and tactical levels
- Play campaign across more than 40 planets, or play multiplayer with up to 8 players
Full Specifications
| Brand | LucasArts |
|---|---|
| Rated | Teen |
| Release date | February 16, 2006 |
| Type of item | Video Game |
| Compatibility | PC |
| Computer Platform | PC |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00023272854188 |
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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-05-26. Price and availability subject to change.
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