Game Introduction

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor – Game Introduction

Genre: Action-adventure, Metroidvania, Soulslike
Developer: Respawn Entertainment
Publisher: Electronic Arts (EA)
Release Timeline: Announced in May 2022; released on April 28, 2023
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC (via Steam, Epic Games Store, EA App)
Story Overview: Set five years after the events of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, Cal Kestis is no longer a Padawan on the run but a seasoned Jedi Knight. As the Empire expands its grip on the galaxy, Cal must confront the darkness within himself and the galaxy. He is hunted by the relentless Imperial forces and new threats like the Bedlam Raiders. The story explores themes of survival, sacrifice, and the cost of hope.
Setting: The game spans multiple planets, including the familiar Koboh, the shattered moon of Jedha, the ocean world of Shattered Moon, and the Imperial-controlled Coruscant. Each location is richly detailed with environmental puzzles, secrets, and diverse biomes.
Main Characters: Cal Kestis (protagonist, voiced by Cameron Monaghan), BD-1 (droid companion), Merrin (force witch from Dathomir), Greez Dritus (pilot), Cere Junda (former Jedi Master), and new characters like the mysterious bounty hunter Bode Akuna and the cunning Senator Sejan. The main antagonist is the Dark Side-wielding Dagan Gera, a former Jedi who now serves the Empire.
Core Appeal: Fluid lightsaber combat, deep customization (stances, Force abilities, blaster), exploration of interconnected worlds, and a narrative that respects Star Wars canon. The game improves on its predecessor with better combat mechanics, more open-ended level design, and a richer skill tree.
Target Audience: Star Wars fans, action-adventure enthusiasts, players who enjoy challenging combat and exploration (similar to Dark Souls), and those who appreciated Fall of Order.
Game Modes: Single-player story mode only. No multiplayer or co-op modes.
Online/Offline Support: Primarily offline single-player. Online features include leaderboard for combat challenges (training arena scores) and optional account linking for achievements. No mandatory online connection.
DLC/Expansion Overview: As of the latest updates, no paid DLC expansions have been released. However, post-launch patches have added new content like the "New Game+" mode, "Perk" system, and various quality-of-life improvements. There have been rumors of a potential story DLC but nothing confirmed.
What Makes It Unique: Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is the first Star Wars game to truly allow players to adopt a Jedi’s full combat repertoire with five distinct lightsaber stances (single, dual-wield, double-bladed, blaster stance, and crossguard) combined with Force powers and a blaster. The game features a seamless open-world structure on Koboh that hubs into linear missions, offering a balance of exploration and story. It also introduces a stance-mixing system for combat depth. The narrative directly continues Cal's arc, making it a rare direct sequel in Star Wars gaming that respects player choices from the first game.