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Nintendo 64 · Action / Shooter
Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 |
| Genre | Action, Shooter |
| Developer | LucasArts |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Star Wars |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 13 |
Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire is an action game released in 1996 for the Nintendo 64, developed by LucasArts and published by Nintendo. It blends action and shooter elements.
It belongs to the N64's earliest wave of games. Other notable N64 releases from 1996 include Super Mario 64, Mario Kart 64 and Mortal Kombat Trilogy. Among the 23 N64 action games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Star Wars series; on the N64 you can also try Star Wars Episode I: Racer, Star Wars: Rogue Squadron and Star Wars Episode I: Battle for Naboo. The series also appears on other systems with Star Wars (NES) and Star Wars (Game Boy).
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire cheats & codes
598 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| 16-Bit Activator P1 (Alternate 2) | D11130AE 0000 |
|---|---|
| Activator 1 P1 | D01964F4 0000 |
| Activator 2 P1 | D01964F5 0000 |
| Dual Activator P1 | D11964F4 0000 |
| Activator 1 P2 | D01964FC 0000 |
| Activator 2 P2 | D01964FD 0000 |
Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire walkthroughs & guides
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Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire FAQ
When did Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire come out on the N64?
Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1996.
Who made Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire?
It was developed by LucasArts and published by Nintendo.
Is Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire multiplayer?
No. Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire is a single-player game.
How long does Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire take to play?
As an action game, Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.