This is downloadable content (DLC) for Star Wars: The Force Unleashed, released in 2008, requiring the base game to access. It adds no new story or mechanics, focusing solely on expanding player choice by introducing seven new playable characters, including Jedi Knight Anakin Skywalker and Luke Skywalker, alongside three unique cosmetic costumes for the Secret Apprentice. This content enhances replayability within the existing framework of the main title's combat and levels.
This pack primarily serves as an injection of new identities for players to utilize within the established combat scenarios of the parent game. The core appeal lies in the ability to step into the roles of iconic figures from the wider Star Wars saga.
The Character Pack 1 introduces seven distinct characters that players can select for use in the game's existing modes. These additions allow for varied visual experiences while utilizing the core Force powers and combat mechanics established by the main title. The roster additions include:
Beyond the new characters, the pack also provides three unique alternate costumes for the main protagonist, the Secret Apprentice. These cosmetic updates alter the appearance of the central character during gameplay and include:
This DLC is designed to layer directly onto the existing experience of Star Wars: The Force Unleashed. It does not introduce new gameplay mechanics, new Force powers, or new story missions. Instead, it enhances replayability by offering different character models and skins to use during missions and challenges already present in the base game.
Compared to the substantial narrative and level design of the core game, this content is focused strictly on character and cosmetic variety rather than expanding the overall playtime or introducing new structural elements. It is a roster expansion designed for players who wish to experience the existing gameplay using different personalities from the Star Wars universe.
This content was made available for the Xbox 360, PC (Microsoft Windows), and PlayStation 3 versions of the parent game upon its release in 2008. It is also noted that this specific collection of content was bundled into the later Ultimate Sith Edition release of the main game.
No new gameplay mechanics are introduced with this Character Pack 1. The characters and costumes utilize the existing control scheme, Force abilities, and combat systems established by Star Wars: The Force Unleashed.