If you're looking to step into a galaxy far, far away, then our pick of the very best Star Wars games is here to help you do just that.

With a varied mix of genres, Star Wars has inspired adventures in the world of video games of all shapes and sizes over the years. So, we've tried to consider everything, from some all-time classics set in the Star Wars universe that still hold up today (and are easy to access on modern platforms), to some of the best sci-fi RPGs, and the latest new games that make an impression.

With licensed video game adaptations set across the Star Wars timeline, you can step into different eras and settings in the beloved universe, getting stuck into everything from strategy to racing. And of course, we'll be keeping a close eye on any future upcoming Star Wars games to see if they shake up our selection. But for the top 10 best Star Wars games you can play right now, read on.

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10. Star Wars: Galactic Racer

Star Wars: Galactic Racer draws you into the Outer Rim for high-speed, high-stakes racing with landspeeders, speeder bikes, skim speeders, and podracers. From the minute you prime your afterburners during pre-race checks (which is something you do in the main campaign), you'll fall in love with the fluid controls and risky (but rewarding) racing.

With some former Criterion Games developers on board at Fuse Games, Galactic Racer feels like its bringing Burnout vibes to a galaxy far, far away, and as we explore in our Star Wars: Galactic Racer review explores, that's a very good thing, with exhilarating laps in a run-based format. If you've ever wanted to hit the unsanctioned circuit in a galaxy far, far away, this is the way to do it. And with some suitably chaotic multiplayer modes to get stuck into alongside a core campaign, there's plenty to get stuck into.

9. Star Wars: Empire at War

Star Wars: Empire at War is special. There was this little window of time where legendary film franchises were investing heavily in the real-time strategy genre, and thank the Force that they did because it gave us Empire at War. Set between Revenge of the Sith and A New Hope, you're charged with leading vast armies into massive-scale battles – sitting above the action to dictate the movements of your favorite Star Wars factions.

The ground wars were certainly fun and full of spectacle, but it was the awe-inspiring space battles that helped establish Empire at War as one of the best RTS games of its time. The genre has come a long way since 2005, but there's still plenty of fun to be had with this classic

8. Star Wars: The Old Republic

Star Wars: The Old Republic is a true achievement. BioWare may have left Knights of the Old Republic behind to turn its attention to original IPs like Dragon Age, Jade Empire, and Mass Effect, but it never walked away from Star Wars entirely.

In fact, this studio has been telling Star Wars stories for over a decade now, slowly expanding its own little corner of the universe with one of the best MMORPGs that you can play today. Sure, The Old Republic will always be fighting against the ghost of Star Wars Galaxies (you know, the original version) for some players out there, but the truth is that The Old Republic is one of the finest Star Wars roleplaying experiences out there.

7. Star Wars Zero Company

If you take XCOM and set it in a galaxy far, far away, you essentially get Star Wars Zero Company, a satisfying turn-based strategy game that takes place in the latter days of the Clone Wars. Taking command of Zero Company, a mercenary outfit that's fronted by Hawks, your custom character who was a former Republic officer, you lead an elite squad in an operation to put a stop of a looming threat that the galaxy finds itself under.

With a core single-player campaign propelling you forward, you'll get stuck into tactical missions that will see you carrying out operations and investigations with your recruits. With permadeath factoring in and different outcomes depending on your decisions and strategy, you can happily playthrough it more than once, and its cinematic feel just enhances the overall experience. For more, you can check out our Star Wars Zero Company review.

6. Star Wars Jedi Knight 2 – Jedi Outcast

Long before Respawn's Star Wars Jedi games set a new standard for third-person action games in the Star Wars universe, it was Star Wars Jedi Knight 2 – Jedi Outcast, which was considered the gold standard. Raven Software brought about the return of Kyle Katarn – the protagonist of Star Wars: Dark Forces (aka one of the best FPS games of its day) – and gave the former Jedi the opportunity to regain his connection with the Force.

With that, we got the opportunity to experience what it would be like to single-handedly take on the Empire. With its excellent single-player campaign and surprisingly tight multiplayer arenas, Jedi Outcast remains a truly wonderful adventure through the Star Wars universe.

5. Star Wars: Republic Commando 

Star Wars: Republic Commando arrived at the height of Rainbow Six's popularity and quickly proved that Tom Clancy didn't have total command over the tactical-FPS space. Republic Commando puts aside the eternal battle between Jedi and the Sith, instead putting you in control of an elite group of Clone Troopers who were charged with working behind enemy lines during the Clone Wars.

With its awesome set-pieces, flexible order system, and weighty gunplay, Republic Commando stands alone as one of the most unique Star Wars games ever made. An enhanced port of the game was released for PS4 and Switch in 2021, which makes it easier than ever to experience one of the best Xbox games. You can check out our Star Wars: Republic Commando review for more information! Star Wars: Republic Commando is available to play on PC via Steam, as well as Xbox One, PS4 (while not optimized, it's playable on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S), and Switch.

4. Star Wars Battlefront 2

While we have a lot of love around here for DICE's modern revival of the Battlefront series, there's no beating the original games for the outrageous scale and pure carnage they were able to deliver.

2005's Star Wars Battlefront 2 works as well as it did, not only because it made you feel like a small cog in the much larger war machine, as you joined with either Resistance or Empire forces on some of Star Wars' most iconic battlegrounds, but because you always had the agency to turn the tide of a battle. With its massive-scale multiplayer skirmishes, beautiful visual design, and arcade action, Star Wars Battlefront 2 is iconic. If you need more convincing about its exceptional powers as a multiplayer, head on over to our Star Wars Battlefront 2 review next. Star Wars Battlefront 2 is available to play on PC, PS4, and Xbox One (while not optimized, it's playable on PS5 and Xbox Series X).

3. Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga

To put it simply enough, Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is one of the best Lego games ever made (just read our glowing Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga review for more on that). Traveller's Tales has spent almost two decades creating Lego games, and The Skywalker Saga was an opportunity for the studio to return to the film franchise that started it all. TT Games took that opportunity to build an incredible package, one that covers all nine films that make up The Skywalker Saga.

There's plenty of heart and humor that this series has become renowned for delivering, of course, and an expanded set of combat and movement mechanics that transform this experience into something that's as deep as it is open and entertaining for kids of all ages.

2. Star Wars Jedi: Survivor 

Respawn put down strong foundations with Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and built something truly magnificent atop them with this sequel (but Fallen Order is definitely worthwhile). Star Wars Jedi: Survivor picks up five years after Cal Kestis' ascent to Jedi Knight, tracking his attempts to deepen his understanding of the Force and circumvent the forces of the Empire.

With its twisting Metroidvania design, stunning art direction and environmental design, excellent lightsaber combat, and surprisingly heartfelt narrative, Jedi: Survivor is proof that video games can have just as much impact on the Star Wars timeline as the movies and TV shows that have defined the shape of the franchise. Do yourself a favor and take your time exploring what is undoubtedly one of the best games of 2023, and read our Star Wars Jedi: Survivor review for more details.

1. Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic may be 20 years old, but it's still heralded as the Best Star Wars game to this day for good reason. Developer BioWare crafted an intricate RPG here, one where you are charged with defining your own path (and alignment with the Force) thousands of years before the formation of the Galactic Empire.

Boasting one of the best video game stories, fantastic character building, and an expansive series of planets to explore, KOTOR is a definitive experience that is a must-play for anyone who has dreamed of one day becoming a Jedi. A remake is reportedly in development, but the original is still an absolute must-play. It's easily one of the best BioWare games. Read our Star Wars: Knights of The Old Republic review for more on our top pick!

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