More importantly, there are many reasons whyThe Force Unleashedshouldreturn to theStar Warscanon.
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Most prominently, the games focused on Darth Vaders secret Sith apprentice: GalenStarkiller Marek.
However, the impact ofThe Force Unleashedand that compelling narrative shift was never fully felt elsewhere.
If they chose to fight Palpatine, they would perish, continuing the canon timeline.
This massively departed from the continuity of the films, with the following DLC picking up on this thread.
The Force Unleashed IIfollows the Light Side ending, which saw Marek vanquished.
Starkiller is replaced by a clone who begins to trace his predecessors journey.
Yet, with those complications come wiht multiple storytelling opportunities.
The character isnt universally beloved by the fandom, but he is compelling.
Galen Mareks story is one full of tragedy and redemption.
As the apprentice to Darth Vader, he represents an interesting parallel to Anakin Skywalkers own transformation.
That makes each interaction absolutely crucial for his development.
Hes a truly cinematic character whose arc should play out on screen again for new fans.
Its not just Marek, though.
If done well, a reintroduced version ofThe Force Unleashed could strengthen many aspects of the currentStar Warscanon.
Current continuity could be further enhanced byThe Force Unleasedsfascinating exploration of Star Wars lore via its supporting characters.
Indeed, PROXY is a fantastic example.
The prototype holodroids primary directive was to kill Marek.
The Force Unleasheds exploration of the Jedi and the Sith is also worthy of a mention.
Rahm Kotas arc for example is fascinating, as his connection to the Force is continuously questioned.
The veteran Jedi had forgotten his faith, turned to alcohol, and seemingly lost his abilities.
His story is one that discusses the very power of the Force.
Kazdan Paratus story is equally as intriguing.
Shaak Tis former apprentice, Maris Brood also represents the corrupting influence of the Dark Side.
In doing so they would be enriching the world further.
Despite its deviations,The Force Unleashedhad its finger on the pulse of many ofStar Wars most important ideas.
More importantly, it brought up many ideas that have since become popular in the current canon.
Thematically, it fits.
The question is, How would you ever actually bring it back into the fold?
However, its not impossible.
TheKOTORfollow-up is currentlybeing developedby Saber Interactive, after starting at Aspyr.
Historically, thats whatStar Warsdoes best.
