Summary

• Aspyr has announced that Jar Jar Binks will be a playable character in the upcoming release of Star Wars Episode 1: Jedi Power Battles for modern consoles.
• A new trailer showcases Jar Jar Binks in action, wielding a large staff.
• In addition to Jar Jar, Aspyr has revealed nine other new playable characters, with more to be announced.

Ahead of the release of Star Wars Episode 1: Jedi Power Battles, Aspyr has unveiled that the beloved yet controversial character, Jar Jar Binks, will be a playable character in the game. Originally released in 2000, Jedi Power Battles already boasted a diverse roster of characters from Star Wars: Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace. Aspyr's new version aims to capitalize on the nostalgia of the original while introducing additional content, including the ability to toggle lightsaber colors and support for cheat codes. One of the most exciting additions is the inclusion of new playable characters, with Jar Jar Binks being the latest to be announced.

Aspyr announced this surprising addition through a new trailer, which showcases Jar Jar Binks in action. Fans can see the iconic Gungan battling enemies with a large staff, accompanied by his characteristic chaotic voice lines. While some may have hoped for a more sinister "Darth Jar Jar" persona from fan theories, Jar Jar will stick to his bumbling nature in this game. Players can take control of Jar Jar Binks when Jedi Power Battles launches on January 23, and pre-orders are already available.

New Jedi Power Battles Characters Revealed So Far

• Jar Jar Binks
• Rodian
• Flame Droid
• Gungan Guard
• Destroyer Droid
• Ishi Tib
• Rifle Droid
• Staff Tusken Raider
• Weequay
• Mercenary

Aspyr is not stopping at Jar Jar Binks. The developer has introduced nine additional playable characters, with more expected to be announced. This new lineup includes recognizable figures such as the Staff Tusken Raider and Rodian, as well as various droid types like the Flame Droid, Destroyer Droid, and Rifle Droid. Notably, the Gungan Guard will also be playable, adding to the diversity of the Gungan representation in the game.

With the release of Star Wars Episode 1: Jedi Power Battles just weeks away, fans will soon have the chance to explore these new characters. Aspyr's experience in updating classic franchise games, such as the re-release of Star Wars: Bounty Hunter, bodes well for delivering an updated experience that nostalgic fans will appreciate.