STAR WARS: Battlefront Classic Collection

20%
Game Brain Score Based on 6,076 reviews
  • graphics
  • stability
  • monetization
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It’s time for an attack of nostalgia when the 2000s strike back.
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"Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection" is a compilation of the classic Star Wars Battlefront games, including STAR WARS Battlefront and STAR WARS Battlefront II, with bonus maps and heroes. The collection features campaign modes, galactic conquest, and multiplayer battles with up to 64 players on massive locations from the Star Wars universe. Play as various iconic characters and troops, and drive vehicles such as speeder bikes and Star Destroyers.

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20%
Audience ScoreBased on 6,076 reviews
graphics57 positive mentions
stability396 negative mentions
  • Nostalgic experience for fans of the original Battlefront games, bringing back childhood memories.
  • Single-player modes work well and provide a fun experience, especially Galactic Conquest.
  • Controller support is improved, making it easier to play on modern systems like Steam Deck.
  • Multiplayer is largely unplayable due to server issues, lag, and low player counts.
  • Numerous bugs and glitches, including missing cutscenes and audio problems.
  • Overpriced for what it offers, with a bloated file size that doesn't justify the enhancements.
  • graphics420 mentions

    The graphics in this remastered collection have received mixed reviews, with many players noting only minor improvements over the original versions. While some appreciate the upscaled textures and enhanced lighting, others criticize the lack of significant graphical upgrades, frequent glitches, and the overall visual quality being comparable to or worse than the originals. Many users suggest that modding the original games offers a better graphical experience at a lower cost, making the remaster feel like a missed opportunity.

    • “Game runs awesome, graphics look better than the original games, and if you don’t play online and just play the story mode and instant action, this game is great.”
    • “The graphics upgrade is beautiful, and the new heroes are a blast to play.”
    • “I have greatly enjoyed jumping back into this, and the slightly upscaled visuals make it look much better than the originals.”
    • “Graphics look even worse.”
    • “The gameplay graphics are somehow worse than the original PS2 version, an absolute waste of money.”
    • “The graphics haven't really been upgraded.”
  • stability413 mentions

    The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with numerous users reporting it as a "buggy mess" filled with glitches, crashes, and poor multiplayer functionality. Many players experienced significant issues such as audio glitches, laggy servers, and unresponsive controls, leading to an overall frustrating experience. While some users noted improvements after updates, the consensus remains that the game is currently unplayable for many, making it difficult to recommend at its price point.

    • “This game runs great in single player.”
    • “During the matches, I faced no glitches or errors that made it unplayable.”
    • “The game actually runs great and I love being able to re-enjoy a childhood classic of mine.”
    • “I really wanted to love this game, but unfortunately it is just incomplete and buggy to the point that it's not worth the hassle when you can get the original copies of the two games in this bundle on Steam anyways, and for cheaper!”
    • “It's a joke to even call this a game when it is a buggy, unplayable mess with laughable support.”
    • “The game is buggy as hell and the multiplayer is just straight trash.”
  • monetization352 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game has been overwhelmingly criticized as a blatant cash grab, with many users expressing disappointment over the lack of effort and quality in the release. Reviewers frequently mention that the game exploits nostalgia while offering minimal improvements over the original versions, leading to a consensus that it is not worth the $35 price tag. Overall, players strongly advise against purchasing this title, suggesting that the original games provide a far superior experience at a lower cost.

    • “It was a chance to show how games can rock without all the unlocks and microtransactions.”
    • “This was clearly a cash grab and wasn't even tested by the developers beforehand... oh and speaking of cash, $35 for this is an absolute joke!”
    • “This is possibly the biggest cop-out, cash grab, disappointing, broken promise of a game that has ever been released by a washed-up, uninterested, honorless game studio.”
    • “This game is such a sad cash grab, cashing in on nostalgia to sell us an overpriced product that is somehow worse than the 20-year-old originals.”
  • gameplay164 mentions

    The gameplay of this title has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players citing numerous bugs, crashes, and poor mechanics that detract from the experience. While some appreciate the nostalgic elements and smoother single-player performance, the multiplayer aspect is plagued by lag, server issues, and a lack of significant improvements over the original games. Overall, players feel that the game fails to modernize the experience adequately, making it difficult to recommend, especially for those seeking a robust online multiplayer experience.

    • “If you want a breath of nostalgia with improved graphics and gameplay, then this game is all for you.”
    • “The gameplay overall feels better than the original in my opinion -- aiming is smoother, shooting actually hits your reticle, and I love having controller support.”
    • “Overall the updated graphics look great, it still has the same gameplay feel, and finally galactic conquest!”
    • “There are so many bugs it's practically unplayable (janky walking mechanics, sometimes you encounter an invisible barrier that isn't there, speakers start to play unbearable sounds when janky walking mechanics start happening).”
    • “Constant crashing, multiplayer is laggy to the point of being unplayable, no significant alterations to the base gameplay of the original.”
    • “The gameplay is somehow worse than the original; I even booted up the old one on my PS2 and it played better!”
  • story160 mentions

    The story aspect of the remastered Battlefront games has received significant criticism due to the removal of crucial cutscenes, particularly the end-of-mission cinematics in Battlefront II, which many players feel leaves the narrative feeling incomplete and disjointed. While some players enjoyed revisiting the campaigns and found the gameplay engaging, the frequent crashes and bugs detracted from the overall experience, leading to frustration. Overall, the lack of essential story elements and technical issues have overshadowed the nostalgia and enjoyment that the original games provided.

    • “Despite a lot of people being upset with the launch of this game and online features not working properly, I have enjoyed every minute of playing the story mode on both games and galactic conquest, reliving my childhood.”
    • “In roughly 10 hours, I played through the entire story-driven campaign and I had a blast.”
    • “If you're interested in playing the story, this version is perfect, even though it's missing some cutscenes, the single player feels way better to play than the original one.”
    • “The story campaigns are mostly untouched, but for some reason parts of narrations/cutscenes are no longer here, making everything very awkward and confusing.”
    • “The ending cutscene after missions are missing, which is completely unacceptable.”
    • “Not only is the story getting broken for one who goes through at least Battlefront 2 on this, it's basically half missing.”
  • optimization111 mentions

    Overall, the optimization of the game has received significant criticism, with many players reporting severe performance issues, including stuttering, lag, and crashes, particularly in multiplayer modes. While some users noted smooth performance in single-player, the multiplayer experience is often described as unplayable due to poor server management and technical glitches. Many reviewers recommend sticking to the original versions of the games, citing that the remastered release fails to deliver the expected improvements in optimization and overall gameplay experience.

    • “The performance is buttery-smooth, and that's about all I can say positively about this until they fix the multitude of bugs and networking errors.”
    • “Pro: it is very optimized, and runs very smoothly.”
    • “If you love the OGs and want an updated version with enhanced performance and graphics, then you'll love this.”
    • “Even with all that said, results may vary depending on which platform you play on. A friend of mine has a ROG Ally and he gets consistent stuttering and frame drops, so seriously keep in mind the 2-hour refund window when trying it out.”
    • “Final verdict: great games, improved technical performance, bad handling of re-release and online.”
    • “This is a poorly optimized mess and an embarrassment to what I consider some of the greatest Star Wars games ever made.”
  • music62 mentions

    The music in the game has been widely criticized for numerous audio bugs, including incorrect pitch, missing tracks, and poor sound mixing, which detracts from the overall experience. Many players expressed disappointment over changes to iconic tracks, such as the loading and victory music, which are often described as off-key or altered in ways that feel unnecessary. Despite these issues, some reviewers still appreciate the nostalgic value of the original soundtrack, particularly John Williams' compositions, which remain a highlight amidst the audio problems.

    • “John Williams' music is the only reason this review isn't a flaming bantha turd.”
    • “The epic battles in this game are of such a grand scale that they will leave you breathless, your heart pounding with excitement as you fight alongside your fellow rebels or stormtroopers or droids or clones. The attention to detail is staggering, from the intricately designed maps to the authentic sound effects and music that transport you directly into the Star Wars universe.”
    • “Nostalgia hits harder than the soundtrack.”
    • “The game launched with rampant audio bugs in the singleplayer front, from ear-raping random explosions, hero mode's music being bugged on certain maps, and the fact that half the music and end fight themes are pitched downwards. This is only with 3 hours in; the old one that is still on Steam functions better than the half-assed remake!”
    • “Terrible sound mixing where the music is whisper quiet half the time.”
    • “The loading screen sound in Battlefront 1 is changed to a lower pitch and changes the amount of beeps it plays, and the victory music is also a lower pitch than the originals.”
  • humor27 mentions

    The humor in the reviews primarily stems from the game's numerous technical issues and glitches, which players find amusing despite their frustration. Many users describe the chaotic multiplayer experience and the absurdity of the game's failures as "hilariously broken," leading to a mix of laughter and disappointment. Overall, while the game is criticized for its shortcomings, the humor derived from its incompetence and the community's reactions provides a unique, albeit ironic, entertainment value.

    • “Multiplayer is hilariously broken and I would say it's worth the $35 just for the dumpster fire alone.”
    • “It's so random it actually made me laugh; it might as well be the mascot for this game's failures.”
    • “I'm refunding this for obvious reasons that have been covered by thousands of other people before me, but I'm leaving a positive review because it's really, really funny watching people spawn in by the dozens into multiplayer games then disappear because they lose connection.”
  • grinding21 mentions

    Reviews highlight that grinding in the game can be excessively tedious, with many players finding the achievement system frustrating due to its repetitive nature and clunky menus. While some enjoy the nostalgia of grinding for achievements, the overall experience is marred by technical issues and a cumbersome user interface that complicates gameplay. Many users express that the grinding process detracts from the enjoyment of the game, making it feel outdated and unnecessarily complicated.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Spent hours grinding for award weapons shortly after launch, then the first update broke them and they still haven't been fixed as of this review, even though update two has come out since...”
    • “Unfortunately most of them are for grinding medals in-game, about the worst achievements I could imagine.”
    • “The UI is absolute crap, having to select each and every battlefield one by one is beyond tedious, and the menus don't even look appealing.”
  • emotional20 mentions

    The emotional responses to the game are overwhelmingly negative, with many players expressing deep disappointment and frustration, often leading to tears. Reviewers lament the loss of nostalgia and the perceived betrayal by developers who have failed to deliver a quality experience, resulting in feelings of heartbreak and regret over their purchases. The emotional impact is compounded by technical issues and a sense of being cheated out of cherished memories associated with the original games.

    • “It made me cry.”
    • “The absolute disappointment I felt while playing this was heartbreaking.”
    • “Aspyr defined my childhood with titles such as 'Star Wars: The Force Unleashed' and 'Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic', and it is heartbreaking to see them release a great new collection of 2 legendary games, but then tragically fail.”
  • replayability13 mentions

    Overall, the replayability of the games is considered low, with scores averaging around 3/10. While some users appreciate the improved playability of older ports and mods, they still find the current versions lacking in active servers and overall engagement. Despite some improvements, many feel that the original versions offer a more enjoyable and replayable experience.

    • “Hell, the Halo 3 Battlefront mod is a great play that had vastly more effort and is immensely more playable.”
    • “Update (as of 8/6/2024): the game is considerably more playable now, even if there are still a few issues left in the game.”
    • “Battlefront 1 feels more playable than 2, which I'm glad about because it's the better of the two.”
    • “Overall: 6/10 ⭐ story: 9/10 ⭐ gameplay: 7/10 ⭐ atmosphere: 7/10 ⭐ graphics: 6/10 ⭐ audio: 7/10 ⭐ performance: 4/10 ⭐ replayability: 3/10”
    • “The original BF2 looks better with mods and is 1000 times more playable than this 'remake' - if you can even call it that.”
    • “The 19-year-old version is more playable, big cash grab.”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating the nostalgic level design while others criticize the modern enhancements, such as upscaled textures that detract from the original's charm. Overall, it receives a moderate score of 7/10, indicating that while it captures some essence of the original, it fails to fully impress in its execution.

    • “The atmosphere, character customization, gameplay, gunplay, and graphics blow this 20-year-old game out of the water and is free (with Game Pass that I already own).”
    • “This should have been easy profit for Aspyr; all they had to do was make the older games work better with modern systems. No one asked for the 70 GB upscaled textures, which look terrible in many cases. The visual atmosphere in maps like Mygeeto looks worse; the fog, for instance, looks better in the original.”
    • “The atmosphere and level design are exactly what you remember.”
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Play time

4hMedian play time
16hAverage play time
1-6hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 16 analyzed playthroughs

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