Is Skywalker Galactic Edition worth it? Absolutely for Star Wars fans

As an avid gamer and Star Wars enthusiast, I can confidently say the Skywalker Galactic Edition is absolutely worth the price for fans invested in the franchise. With over 400 playable characters spanning all 9 saga films and 13 DLC packs, it offers unparalleled content and customization options to fully immerse yourself in the Star Wars universe.

At a Glance

• 400+ playable heroes, villains, droids, scoundrels across 9 films and shows
• Access to 13 DLC packs worth $38.87 individually
• New combat system and open world planets
• Play as your favorite characters like Mando, Ahsoka Tano, Cad Bane
• 26+ hours of story content and side missions
• Excellent value proposition versus piecemeal purchases

Who Should Buy It?

The Galactic Edition is a must-buy for diehard Star Wars fans who want the definitive LEGO Star Wars experience. With the complete roster of characters from both movies and shows, it‘s a dream come true for fans who have followed the expanded Star Wars universe beyond just the Skywalker films.

For casual gamers or those less invested in Star Wars lore, the standard edition with just the base 9 films may be sufficient to enjoy this humorous LEGO rendition of the saga. The additional DLC brings value primarily for hardcore fans who want access to the full gamut of characters like Ahsoka Tano or Cad Bane.

Character Roster Breakdown

The breadth and depth of playable favorites makes the Galactic Edition worthwhile for Star Wars completists. Here‘s a quick breakdown of some of the top heroes and villains added in the 13 DLC packs:

The Mandalorian DLC

• The Mandalorian
• Grogu (Baby Yoda)
• Greef Karga
• Moff Gideon & Dark Troopers
• IG-11
• Kuiil
• Cobb Vanth

Solo DLC

• Young Han Solo
• Young Chewbacca
• Qi‘ra
• Lando Calrissian
• Tobias Beckett

Classic Characters DLC

• Luke Skywalker (Classic)
• Princess Leia (Classic)
• Han Solo (Classic)
• Darth Vader (Classic)
• Lando Calrissian (Classic)

The Clone Wars DLC

• Ahsoka Tano
• Captain Rex
• Asajj Ventress
• Cad Bane
• Hondo Ohnaka

And many more favorites like Krrsantan, Reva from Obi Wan Kenobi, Ezra Bridger from Rebels, and Garazeb Orrelios from the Star Wars universe make an appearance.

In total, the Galactic Edition spans over 400 heroes, villains, droids, scoundrels and bounty hunters from both movies and TV shows. For fans invested in the new Star Wars canon, it‘s a goldmine.

Expanded Gameplay Through Combat and Open World

Aside from the sheer volume of characters, the Skywalker Saga also refreshes the LEGO Star Wars formula with new combat and open world planets.

The revamped combat allows for more dynamic action with multi-step lightsaber combos, blaster improvements, and new cover mechanics. Playing as a Jedi has never felt more fluid and fun.

The open world design also gives more freedom to explore and discover hidden items. Iconic locations like Tatooine and Kashyyyk are fully realized as vast planets to roam at your leisure.

Combined with the 13 DLC packs, these gameplay improvements give a freshness to replaying the saga‘s iconic moments. Fighting Darth Maul as Ahsoka Tano or destroying the Death Star as Luke Skywalker (Classic) creates novel experiences for seasoned fans.

Playtime Value

With 9 films spanning the Skywalker Saga and 13 additional DLC packs, there‘s no shortage of content for your money. Here‘s a breakdown of estimated playtimes:

In addition, the open worlds and side missions provide hours of optional content for completionists. Overall, you can expect to sink over 60+ hours into the full base game.

The 13 DLC packs don‘t add additional story content, but they do enhance free play and allow replaying levels with your favorite characters. All in all, Skywalker Saga Galactic Edition offers extreme value in terms of playtime and replayability.

Cost Breakdown and Savings

At full price, here is the value pricing breakdown:

• Base Game: $59.99
• 13 DLC Packs Separately: $38.87
• DLC Packs as Bundle: $24.99
• Total Value:
  • Individually: $98.86
  • Bundled: $84.98

No matter how you slice it, the Galactic Edition for $99.99 represents a great deal compared to buying everything separately. You save between $1 – $15 depending on how you account for the DLC savings.

More importantly, you get immediate access to everything instead of waiting for staggered DLC releases. For fans eager to play as Ahsoka and Mando ASAP, the all-in-one Galactic Edition is the way to go.

Review Roundup

The Skywalker Saga has received glowing reviews from critics and fans alike for revitalizing the LEGO Star Wars formula. Here‘s a sampling of what the experts are saying:

Critics praise the vast open worlds, the new combat system, and the ambitious scope of adapting 9 films worth of content. For fans, the sheer variety of characters and worlds to explore makes it a must-play.

The Verdict

As a long-time LEGO gamer and Star Wars superfan, I wholeheartedly recommend the Skywalker Saga Galactic Edition for devotees of the franchise. The amount of content and characters is staggering – it‘s a Star Wars encyclopedia come to life.

The revamped combat and free-roaming planets also breathe new life into replaying familiar storybeats. Adding Cad Bane into Episode IV‘s Mos Eisley Cantina scene or Admiral Thrawn to the Death Star assault in Episode VI opens up creative new possibilities.

At $99.99, you‘d be hard pressed to find a better value than 13 DLC packs with over 400 playable characters . For comparison, a single Pop! Vinyl Boba Fett figure costs $15+ to give you an idea of the sheer value.

So if you love Star Wars enough to debate personal Sarlacc pit theories or have opinions on Rey‘s parentage, the Skywalker Saga Galactic Edition is a must-buy. Whether you grew up on the original trilogy or binged The Mandalorian, this LEGO epic delivers the ultimate interactive Star Wars experience.