New lightsaber forms, Force powers, and a robust item crafting system offer far more tactical variety than the original.

Built on a modified system, the gameplay retains the "real-time with pause" combat of its predecessor but adds significant depth:

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Unlike the first game, your actions and dialogue choices directly impact your companions' loyalty and alignment. High influence can even allow you to train certain crew members as Jedi.