Getting Started

Getting Started

Welcome to LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, a sprawling action-adventure that lets you relive all nine main saga films with LEGO charm, puzzles, and open-world exploration. This guide will get you through your first hour, explain the basics, and set you up for success from day one.

First Hour Walkthrough

When you start the game, you are prompted to choose an episode from the main menu (Episodes I–IX). For brand-new players, Episode IV: A New Hope is the most iconic, but Episode I: The Phantom Menace is equally beginner-friendly and introduces mechanics step by step. Selecting an episode triggers a brief cinematic then drops you into the first level.

Example: Starting Episode I – Level 1 "Invasion of Naboo"
1. You begin as Obi-Wan Kenobi and Qui-Gon Jinn aboard a Jedi starship.
2. A short tutorial teaches basic movement (left stick), jumping (A on Xbox, Cross on PS, B on Switch), and attacking (right trigger).
3. You land on the Trade Federation battleship and fight battle droids – simple combat: press attack repeatedly to combo; hold attack for a charged blow.
4. The game introduces building – walk near blue LEGO bricks and hold the interact button to construct bridges, ladders, or platforms.
5. You solve simple puzzles: use Force push (hold Y/Triangle/X on Switch) to move crates or activate switches.
6. The level ends with a boss fight against Darth Maul (double lightsaber). Dodge, attack when he's stunned, and build a repair station to win.
7. After completion, you earn Studs and Kyber Bricks, and unlock free play mode for that level.

Tips for the first hour:

• Let the tutorial play out – don't skip cutscenes the first time, as they explain story and mechanics.


• Collect every stud you see; studs are the main currency.


• Try using both characters (swap with D-pad left/right) to see different abilities.


• If you get stuck, look for interactive objects (yellow glow) or consult the mini-map.




Character Creation



There is no character creation system in LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga. You cannot design a custom character from scratch. Instead, you play as a roster of hundreds of pre-made characters from the Star Wars universe, unlocked by:

• Completing story levels (unlocks main heroes/villains)


• Purchasing them with Studs from the character grid (found in the pause menu or hub areas)


• Finding Secrets (e.g., character tokens hidden in levels)

Characters are divided into classes (Jedi, Hero, Villain, Scavenger, etc.) each with unique abilities. You can switch between unlocked characters at any time via the Character Wheel (hold D-pad up). To change your active character outside of missions, visit a cantina or your ship.

Controls (All Platforms)

Important: Controls can be remapped in the Options menu. Some actions (like using specific Force powers) require holding a button and selecting an ability from a radial menu.

UI Overview

The Heads-Up Display (HUD) is clean and minimal.

• Top Left: Stud counter (your current currency). A rainbow-colored stud is worth 10,000 – grab them!


• Top Center: Heart meter (health) – each heart represents one hit. When empty, you lose a small amount of studs and respawn nearby.


• Top Right: Combo multiplier – increases by defeating enemies quickly; higher multiplier means more studs per kill.


• Mini-Map (bottom left): Shows your location, objectives (yellow markers), and collectibles (blue/red dots). You can toggle it off/on via the pause menu.


• Objective Marker: A bright yellow arrow in the world guiding you to your next goal.


• Pause Menu: Access inventory, character grid, upgrades, level select, and settings.


• Hub World Interface: When in a planet hub (e.g., Mos Eisley), you'll see indicators for missions, shops, and fast travel points.




Essential Early Objectives



1. Complete the first story level – This unlocks free play mode, allowing you to replay any level with all characters you own.
2. Collect all Studs – Aim for at least 100,000 studs before leaving the first hub. Studs are used to buy characters, ships, and upgrades.
3. Find your first Kyber Bricks – These are reward bricks that can be spent in the Upgrades menu to permanently boost character abilities (health, force bar, attack damage). Find at least 3 in the first level/hub.
4. Interact with everything – Smash LEGO objects, build green stud piles, and talk to NPCs to uncover side missions and hidden areas.
5. Unlock a second character – Save 5,000 studs to purchase a cheap character (e.g., a battle droid or stormtrooper) from the character grid to see class abilities.
6. Explore the hub – After the first level, you are taken to a central hub (e.g., Mos Eisley Cantina or the Jedi Temple). Look for datacards, gold bricks, and character tokens.



What to Do First and What to Avoid



Do First:

• Play through Episode IV or Episode I first to learn the core loop.


• Spend your first Kyber Bricks on Health or Force Bar upgrades – they help survival.


• Talk to every NPC with a yellow question mark – they offer side missions that reward studs and Kyber.


• Save your game manually after each major objective (hold pause -> Save Game).


Avoid:

• Skipping cutscenes on your first playthrough – They contain hints for puzzle solutions and lore.


• Rushing through levels – Speed will cause you to miss secret areas and studs. Take your time to smash everything.


• Ignoring the mini-map – It shows breakable walls, hidden rooms, and collectible locations.


• Spending all Studs on one expensive character early – Buy a budget-friendly character first to diversify abilities.


• Trying to 100% every level immediately – The story is linear; you can return later in free play to get missing collectibles.

Early Resource Priorities

Recommendation: After completing the first two story levels, use all Kyber Bricks on the Health upgrade for your main Jedi character. Then save 10,000 studs to buy a Scavenger-class character (e.g., Rey or a random junk dealer) – they can open special chests.

Common Beginner Mistakes

1. Not using the Character Wheel – Many puzzles require specific class abilities (e.g., droids to hack computers, Scavengers to dig). Always switch to the right character when stuck.
2. Forgetting to use Force powers – Jedi can push/pull objects, but many players ignore this. Look for blue glowing objects and hold the Force button to interact.
3. Ignoring the combo meter – Keep attacking enemies in quick succession to build a multiplier; at x5, you earn studs like crazy.
4. Skipping hub world exploration – Hubs are full of side quests and hidden studs. After each level, spend 10 minutes exploring every nook.
5. Upgrading too many characters at once – Focus upgrades on one or two characters (your favorite Jedi) until they are maxed out; spreading Kyber Bricks too thin leaves you weak.
6. Trying to play out of order – While you can choose any episode, the difficulty scales slightly. Start with Episode I or IV to ease in.

Day-One Checklist

• [ ] Choose an episode – Start with Episode I or Episode IV for a gentle learning curve.


• [ ] Complete the first story level – Follow the tutorial, collect studs, and build all required structures.


• [ ] Collect at least 10,000 studs – Smash everything, defeat all enemies, and replay the level if needed.


• [ ] Spend Kyber Bricks on Health – Go to the Upgrade menu from the pause screen and apply at least one upgrade.


• [ ] Buy a one new character – Purchase a droid (e.g., R2-D2) or a cheap villain (e.g., a stormtrooper) to unlock another class.


• [ ] Explore the hub world – Visit the cantina, talk to NPCs, find a character token or two.


• [ ] Unlock free play mode – Complete the second story level if you want free play immediately, or keep playing the main story.


• [ ] Manually save your game – Go to Pause -> Save Game before quitting.


• [ ] Set control preferences – Adjust camera sensitivity or remap controls in Options if needed.


• [ ] Have fun and be patient – LEGO games reward curiosity; don't stress about missing things – you can always return later.

This checklist will give you a solid foundation. As you progress, revisit planets, unlock more characters, and tackle side content to truly experience everything the galaxy has to offer.