Product Overview
- Product Name: Star Wars Shadows of the Empire
- New or Used: Used
- In Box or Loose: Loose
- Overall Condition: Good
- Save Battery Status*: Not Applicable – Does Not Use Battery
- Notes: Cart has some label wear but remains clean and fully functional.
Photos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.
What's Included
- N64 Game Cartridge: Yes
- Manual / Instructions: No
- Original Retail Box: No
- Extras:
Game Description
Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire for the Nintendo 64 delivers an original chapter set between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, expanding the saga beyond the big screen into an interactive cinematic experience. Players take control of Dash Rendar, a skilled mercenary and pilot-for-hire, as he fights to protect Luke Skywalker from the sinister Prince Xizor and his criminal organization, the Black Sun. The adventure unfolds across land, air, and space in a thrilling blend of action, exploration, and high-speed combat.
Developed by LucasArts and published by Nintendo, the game pushes the N64 hardware with a variety of gameplay styles that capture the epic scope of Star Wars. From battling AT-AT walkers on the frozen plains of Hoth to navigating asteroid fields and infiltrating Imperial strongholds, every mission feels like part of a cinematic Star Wars campaign. Iconic vehicles like the Outrider and high-quality orchestral soundtracks immerse players in one of the most ambitious Star Wars games ever made.
As one of the earliest Nintendo 64 titles, Shadows of the Empire set new standards for 3D adventure games. It remains a fan-favorite for its faithful world-building, engaging story, and technical innovation that paved the way for future Star Wars titles. Both as a gaming milestone and a collectible piece of 1990s Star Wars history, it continues to shine in any N64 library.
Gameplay Features
- Play as Dash Rendar across diverse 3D missions spanning snow, desert, space, and urban battlefields.
- Engage in a mix of on-foot blaster combat, vehicular missions, and intense dogfights.
- Take down AT-AT walkers, TIE Fighters, and Imperial soldiers using a wide array of weaponry.
- Fly the Outrider in high-speed missions inspired by iconic Star Wars space battles.
- Immersive soundtrack and cinematic cutscenes recreate the authentic Star Wars atmosphere.
- One of the earliest fully 3D Star Wars games—an essential part of N64 and Star Wars history.
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire was part of a larger multimedia project by Lucasfilm that included novels, comics, and a full soundtrack—essentially everything except a film. The game’s release helped bridge the gap between the original trilogy and the prequel era, keeping the Star Wars legacy alive during the late 1990s.
On the technical side, LucasArts used advanced texture mapping and polygonal modeling to push the limits of the Nintendo 64. Its iconic Hoth level became one of the most memorable missions of the era and influenced later Star Wars games, from Rogue Squadron to Battlefront. For collectors, the game represents a key moment when cinematic storytelling and console gaming began to merge seamlessly.
Additional Details
- Variant: Standard Release
- Genre: Action Adventure
- Year Released: 1996
- Publisher: Nintendo
- Developer: LucasArts
- ESRB Rating: T - Teen
- UPC: 045496870133
- SKU: 3916
- Format: Nintendo 64 Video Game Cartridge
- Platform: Nintendo 64 System (N64 Video Game Console)
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Important Information
- *Save battery (if present) has been tested or replaced and is verified working at the time of listing.
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