Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire is an action game released in 1997 by LucasArts Entertainment Company. The game was released for PC (Windows) and Nintendo 64.

A third-person action game set in the popular Star Wars universe. Its main character is the mercenary Dash Rendar, who supports the budding Jedi knight Luke Skywalker and Leia Organa in their fight against the Empire and the criminal organization Black Sun led by Prince Xizor. The plot tells the story that took place between the events shown in the films The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi.


Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire is a spectacular shooter enriched with arcade elements. Gameplay is mainly based on combat, although the game also has stages in which we have the opportunity to sit at the controls of characteristic vehicles such as snowmobiles and spaceships (heavy Outrider). As the story progresses, the player unlocks new weapons and gadgets, including the jetpack that greatly facilitates the movement. The missions take place in locations well-known to fans of the universe, including Mos Eisley, the port on Gall or the frosty planet Hoth, where one of the Rebel headquarters is located.


The game features the original soundtrack by John Williams - the themes are taken from cinematic productions.