Steam Review: STAR WARS™ Knights of the Old Republic™

STAR WARS™ Knights of the Old Republic™ artwork

STAR WARS™ Knights of the Old Republic™

Steam
Very Positive· 22.4K reviews
  • Adventure
  • RPG
Developer
BioWare
Publisher
LucasArts
Released
Sep 5, 2009
$9.99

AI Review Summary of STAR WARS™ Knights of the Old Republic™

The reviews present a mixed but mostly positive picture of Knights of the Old Republic (KOTOR), highlighting its status as a foundational and iconic RPG with a compelling Star Wars narrative. However, many sentiments are marred by technical issues, especially on modern hardware, including crashes, bugs, and compatibility problems, which significantly impact gameplay experience.

Pros

  • Rich storytelling with great characters and a captivating universe.
  • Deep Role-Playing Elements and meaningful choice mechanics.
  • Classic and influential gameplay that redefined RPGs.
  • Strong atmosphere, soundtrack, and world-building.

Cons

  • Technical problems such as crashes, bugs, and compatibility issues on modern PCs.
  • Aged graphics and gameplay mechanics feel outdated.
  • Some control and interface problems, especially with modding and modern usability.
  • Long initial loading times and some dull segments, especially the early planets.

Recommendation

> Given the historical significance and enjoyable gameplay when functioning properly, I recommend it primarily for enthusiasts who are willing to navigate technical issues, or for fans of Star Wars RPGs who value story over flawless performance. A modern remaster or improved port would significantly enhance its accessibility and appeal.

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