Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back
News, coverage and analysis tracking Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back across the outlets.
Lando and a “Deal That is Getting Worse All the Time”This article uses Lando Calrissian's deal with Darth Vader in 'The Empire Strikes Back' as a metaphor for the dangers of temptation and compromise in Christian living. It argues that seemingly small compromises lead to greater spiritual costs over time, drawing parallels to biblical figures like Samson. The piece encourages readers to reject tempting thoughts and embrace salvation.
How The Mandalorians Conquered Star WarsThe Mandalorian faction has become a central element of the Star Wars franchise, evolving from the character of Boba Fett to encompass a rich lore explored in various media. Their iconic armor, moral ambiguity, and adaptability make them a powerful fantasy element that resonates with fans, arguably embodying the core appeal of Star Wars.
The Lego Star Wars UCS Jango Fett’s Starship is a dream set for brick-building bounty hunters, but it’s definitely not for padawansThe Lego Star Wars UCS Jango Fett’s Firespray-Class Starship (75409) is a highly detailed and technically advanced set, offering an engaging build experience for adult fans. While it boasts an accurate design and a premium Jango Fett minifigure, some sticker placements and a subpar Boba Fett minifigure prevent it from achieving a perfect score.
What to watch before The Mandalorian and Grogu: 4 Star Wars movies and 5 shows to prepareThis guide outlines essential Star Wars movies and shows to watch before the release of The Mandalorian and Grogu. It recommends viewing the original trilogy for context on the New Republic and the Empire, The Clone Wars movie for details on Rotta the Hutt, and specific seasons of The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett for Din Djarin and Grogu's backstory. Optional viewing includes episodes of The Clone Wars, Star Wars Rebels, and Ahsoka for characters appearing in the upcoming film.- PowerWash Simulator 2 Star Wars DLC Announced for Summer 2026FuturLab has announced a Star Wars DLC pack for PowerWash Simulator 2, scheduled for release in Summer 2026 for $9.99. The DLC will feature locations from Star Wars: A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return of the Jedi, including Tatooine and Hoth. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
- Super Empire Strikes Back Review — The Dark Side of DifficultySuper Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System is a challenging action platformer that faithfully adapts the film's dark tone and narrative beats. Developed by Sculptured Software, the game features improved graphics, sound, and gameplay mechanics over its predecessor, including a password system for saving progress. Despite its high difficulty, particularly in the early Hoth levels, the game is praised for its rewarding experience and faithful adaptation of the beloved Star Wars movie.
- Super Star Wars Review — A New Hope For Your PatienceSuper Star Wars, released in 1992 for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System by Sculptured Software and published by JVC under the LucasArts banner, is a challenging action platformer loosely based on A New Hope. Despite its notoriously high difficulty and significant deviations from the source material, the game is praised for its spectacular graphics, authentic Star Wars audio, and engaging gameplay that captures the franchise's atmosphere. While its sequels offered refinements like password systems, the original remains a landmark licensed game for its era, with its difficulty being a defining characteristic that still resonates with players today.
Disney accused of "sequel erasure" after new Star Wars merchandise only covers the original trilogy and…Disney is facing accusations of "sequel erasure" from Star Wars fans due to a new merchandise release that exclusively features the original and prequel trilogies, omitting The Force Awakens, The Last Jedi, and The Rise of Skywalker. While some fans expressed disappointment, others were indifferent, and director Jon Favreau hinted that future content like Ahsoka season 2 will address the timeline bridging the original and sequel eras.
The Complete Star Wars Movie Ranking, From Weakest to StrongestThis article ranks all 11 Star Wars movies from weakest to strongest, offering brief analyses of each film's strengths and weaknesses. The Empire Strikes Back is placed at the top, while The Rise of Skywalker is ranked last, with the original trilogy films generally outperforming the prequels and sequels.
Every Star Wars Movie, Ranked From Flop to Fan FavoriteThis article ranks all 11 Star Wars films, from the least successful to the most iconic, based on fan reception and critical analysis. The Empire Strikes Back is placed at the top, while The Rise of Skywalker is ranked lowest due to its perceived rushed conclusion and narrative issues.
Best Star Wars Video Games, Ranked - Switch And Nintendo SystemsThis article ranks Star Wars video games available on Nintendo platforms, from worst to best, based on user ratings. It covers titles across various consoles including Game Boy Advance, Game Boy Color, NES, Nintendo DS, and Nintendo Switch, detailing the gameplay and reception of each.