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Star Wars Clone Wars: Republic Heroes First Impressions

GeekSugar — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:35:12 -0700

I got to meet up with my pals from Lucas during E3 yesterday, and they walked me through their Star Wars themed title. A classic battle between good and evil (is there any other kind?), you battle your way through levels wielding your Light Saber and powers of the Force. But this game isn't based on the classic Star Wars franchise - it takes off after season one of the hugely popular animated series on the Cartoon Network, Clone Wars.

Not only does the game look like a ton of fun for experienced gamers and newcomers alike (since the main action involves button mashing and aiming your joystick), but it keeps things fresh by adding in a few new features. To find out what they are, just read more.

If you're familiar with the other Star Wars games (or even if you aren't), then you'll love the added features that come with Star Wars Clone Wars: Republic Heroes. You'll be able to jump on various enemies and take them over, using them against their own kind in a move called "Droid Jacking." Not only is this really fun, but you'll earn achievements as well. Another cool feature you'll find familiar is the "Drop in, Drop Out" co-op play we saw in Lego Star Wars and Lego Indiana Jones. Your friends can pick up a controller and jump in, then leave at any point they want. Cool for those fly-by-the-seat-of-their-pants types.

And finally, to keep things interesting, Lucas Arts has added some fun mini games (like shoot-em up, which has you mowing down enemies for points) within the levels. The good news is you won't have to exit your current game, so it's not a hassle to participate. Due out in September, Star Wars Clone Wars: Republic Heroes will be released on the Wii, DS, PSP, PS2, PS3, Xbox 360, and PC platforms.

Clone Wars Love: My Interview with Ashley Eckstein

GeekSugar — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 04:00:00 -0700

If you haven't seen Star Wars: Clone Wars yet, then you probably haven't been properly introduced to Ahsoka Tano, the newest butt-kicking female to be ushered into the Star Wars family and who just so happens to be Anikin Skywalker's new headstrong apprentice!

I saw the movie recently, and had the pleasure of talking with Ashley Eckstein who voices Ahsoka in the animated flick, about her role in the franchise, what it was like to play such an enthusiastic character, and whether or not she's a bonified geek. You may know Ashley from the hit TV series That's So Raven as Muffy, but now? She's all about the action, baby! Check out my phone interview with the adorable Ashley, and since she's known for her voice, I thought I should let you hear it! Click on the audio files to hear her answers.

1. Did you ever think you would be making a Star Wars movie?

2. Were you intimidated following the other two major female characters coming into the role?

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3. Did you draw any inspiration from past characters to mold Ahsoka into what she became?

4. There has been some feedback from Star Wars fans that your character was annoying or didn't need to be there. Do you have any response to those people, or anything you'd like to say to them?

5. Will you continue to voice Ahsoka in the TV series?

6. Do you find it difficult to voice a character in a sound booth, rather than having other actors, sets and costumes to play off of?

7. Are you alone in the sound booth, or do you frequently have other characters coming in to play off of each other?

8. Do you see the action on screen, or do you do your voice work before the scene is animated?

9. Do you consider yourself a geek?

10. Of course, I had to ask Ashley my geeky rapid fire questions! Hear about what phone she rocks, and if she's an Apple or PC type of girl!

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Geek Out With My Star Wars Roundup!

GeekSugar — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:00:27 -0700

The release of the latest Star Wars movie, The Clone Wars, is coming up next week and although it's an animated feature, I'm sure it will be big - It's Lucas, so it must be. I'm not quite a Jedi Master, but I do appreciate my Star Wars entertainment like anyone else, having seen the entire series a few times, so I'm sure I'll be checking out the movie. I'm hoping to see a few Sith Lords and Storm Troopers waiting in line on opening night (fingers crossed), so I'll be sure to have my camera ready! In honor of SW, check out a few of my favorite posts relating to light sabers, videos, and parodies in this geek-ified roundup. Will you be checking out The Clone Wars?

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Put Your Self Portrait in a Star Wars Puzzle

GeekSugar — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 07:34:39 -0700

Not only does Shutterfly make it easy to create fun photo books and transform your photos into canvas art pieces, but they have just announced a new lineup of puzzles entitled: Star Wars and Me, Darth Vader and Me and The Clone wars and Me. All you have to do is upload a photo of your child, boyfriend, friend, mom, husband, etc., and Shutterfly will superimpose the photo onto the Star Wars puzzle of your choice! These 125-piece puzzles are the ultimate gift for any Star Wars fan, and they only cost $35 each. May the force be with you and your puzzle creation!

The Week in Geek

GeekSugar — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 10:00:29 -0700

Another exciting week for geeks has passed, and this one was no exception! Not only did The Hills come back, I scored an interview with one of the hot new (voice) stars of The Clone Wars! Miss these or anything else this week? Get caught up with my slideshow!

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