STAR WARS: Battlefront Classic Collection

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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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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

STAR WARS: Battlefront Classic Collection screenshot

22%

Audience ScoreBased on 6,567 reviews

graphics61 positive mentions

stability413 negative mentions

The nostalgia factor is strong, bringing back memories of playing the originals on PS2.
Single-player modes, including Galactic Conquest, are enjoyable and run smoothly.
The game has received updates that have improved performance and fixed many initial bugs.

Multiplayer is plagued with issues, including lag, dead servers, and poor hit detection.
The game is excessively large in file size, with many players questioning the need for 60+ GB.
Several key features from the original games, such as certain cutscenes and control options, are missing or broken.

graphics
452 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
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The graphics in this re-release of the classic Battlefront games have received mixed reviews, with many players noting only minor improvements over the originals. While some appreciate the upscaled textures and enhanced lighting, others argue that the differences are negligible and not worth the significant increase in file size. Additionally, numerous graphical glitches and performance issues have been reported, leading many to suggest that players would be better off using mods on the original versions for a superior visual experience.
- “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.”
- “I have greatly enjoyed jumping back into this and the slightly upscaled visuals make it look much better than the originals.”
- “The graphics improvement over the original feels pretty negligible.”
- “The graphics, while retaining that classic feel, have been polished, making the game visually appealing.”
- “The graphics are hardly an upgrade.”
stability
432 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous users reporting persistent bugs, glitches, and server issues that render both single-player and multiplayer experiences frustratingly unplayable. Many players express disappointment over the lack of improvements compared to the original titles, describing the release as a buggy mess that feels incomplete and poorly executed. While a few users noted minor improvements or stable experiences, the overwhelming consensus is that the game suffers from significant stability problems that detract from its nostalgic appeal.
- “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.”
- “This game is buggy, dead, and abandoned.”
- “It's a joke to even call this a game when it is a buggy, unplayable mess with laughable support.”
- “The launch of this game was so buggy and ill-prepared that the original 2005 Battlefront 2 is more active than this.”
monetization
374 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
99%
The monetization aspect of the game has been overwhelmingly criticized as a blatant cash grab, with many reviewers expressing disappointment over the lack of effort and quality in the release. Players feel that the game exploits nostalgia without delivering meaningful improvements, leading to a consensus that it is not worth the price, especially when the original versions are available for much less. Overall, the sentiment is clear: avoid this game and do not support what is perceived as a greedy attempt to profit from fans.
- “It was a chance to show how games can rock without all the unlocks and microtransactions.”
- “This game is a total cash grab just for nostalgia blind.”
- “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 is a blatant cash grab, not worth the money.”
gameplay
174 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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9%
The gameplay of the Star Wars™: Battlefront Classic Collection has been widely criticized for its numerous bugs, poor online performance, and lack of significant improvements over the original games. Many players report issues such as lag, crashes, and unresponsive controls, making the multiplayer experience particularly frustrating. While some appreciate the nostalgic elements and smoother single-player gameplay, the overall consensus is that the collection feels like a poorly executed port rather than a true remaster, leaving many players disappointed.
- “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!”
story
171 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
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The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment over the removal of crucial cutscenes, particularly the end-of-mission cinematics in Battlefront II, which significantly detracts from the narrative experience. While some players enjoyed the single-player campaigns and found nostalgia in reliving the original stories, numerous bugs, crashes, and missing content have marred the overall enjoyment, leading to frustration among fans of the original games. Overall, while the core story remains engaging, the execution in this remaster has left many feeling that it falls short of expectations.
- “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 and 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 cut scenes, 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.”
- “Half the Battlefront 2 cutscenes are missing (the ones that play after completing the mission), leaving the story disjointed and skipping key moments.”
- “The ending cutscene after missions are missing, which is completely unacceptable.”
optimization
125 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
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49%
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 experienced smooth performance in single-player, the online experience is marred by poor server management and hit detection problems. Many reviewers suggest that the game feels unoptimized for modern hardware, leading to a frustrating experience that often prompts players to recommend sticking with the original versions instead.
- “The game runs smoothly and looks great without any modifications.”
- “Pro: it is very optimized, and runs very smoothly.”
- “If you have a Steam Deck, that's also a plus—no adjustments are needed and it runs solid with no performance issues.”
- “Despite patches claiming to fix certain issues, fundamental problems persist, such as loading screens in Battlefront 1 emitting the wrong sound, indicating a lack of thorough testing and optimization.”
- “This is a poorly optimized mess and an embarrassment to what I consider some of the greatest Star Wars games ever made.”
- “The game shipped on launch with poor multiplayer performance, only 3 servers, Battlefront 1 menu audio is wrong, Battlefront 2 cutscenes are broken.”
music
66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
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The music in the game has received significant criticism for various audio bugs, including incorrect pitch, missing tracks, and poor sound mixing, which detracts from the overall experience. While some players appreciate the nostalgic elements of the soundtrack, many express frustration over changes to iconic pieces, such as the loading and victory music, which have been altered or rendered unrecognizable. Overall, the music aspect is marred by technical issues that overshadow its potential to evoke the classic Star Wars atmosphere.
- “John Williams' music is the only reason this review isn't a flaming bantha turd.”
- “Amazing soundtrack, made me feel like I was back in 2005 in front of my PS2.”
- “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.”
- “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 after 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.”
- “How do you mess up the best thing about Battlefront 1: the loading screen music?”
humor
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is largely derived from its numerous technical failures and glitches, which players find amusing despite their frustration. Many reviews highlight the absurdity of the multiplayer experience, with players laughing at the chaotic server issues and broken AI, often referring to the situation as a "dumpster fire." Overall, while the game is criticized for its shortcomings, the humor found in its failures provides a strange sense of entertainment for some players.
- “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.”
grinding
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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95%
Reviews highlight that grinding in the game is often seen as tedious and uninspired, with many players expressing frustration over the lengthy processes required to achieve in-game awards and navigate clunky menus. While some enjoy the nostalgia of grinding for achievements, the overall experience is marred by bugs and a cumbersome user interface, making the grind feel more like a chore than a rewarding endeavor.
- “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.”
emotional
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 the developers, feeling that the game has ruined cherished childhood memories. The combination of technical issues and unmet expectations has left players heartbroken, prompting calls for better transparency before purchase.
- “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.”
replayability
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the replayability of the game is mixed; while the variety of modes and community support enhance the experience, many players find the current state of the game lacking, with older versions often deemed more enjoyable and playable. Recent updates have improved playability, but issues remain, leading to a general sentiment that the game still has significant room for improvement.
- “The variety of modes and maps offers plenty of replayability, and the community support has been encouraging, with active players bringing life back to the game.”
- “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.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating the nostalgic level design while others criticize the modern upscaled textures that detract from the original's charm. Overall, it receives a moderate rating of 7/10, indicating that while it captures some essence of the past, it fails to fully meet expectations in terms of visual fidelity and immersion.
- “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.”