Star Wars Battlefront by Lucasarts Entertainment

Planets of Star Wars Battlefront:

Kamino
A lonely world beyond the Outer Rim and just south of the Rishi Maze, Kamino is a planet of tumultuous oceans and endless storms. Mysteriously its entry was at one time purged from the otherwise-complete Jedi Archives. Few hints of technology mark Kamino's surface save for massive stilt-mounted cities where the austere Kaminoans reside. Floating above the vast ocean, Tipoca City is the primary operation base for Kamino's most prized export: a clone army. Though non-native pilots often have a difficult time successfully navigating through the stormy climate, Tipoca City's terrace-based structural design houses many landing pads and temporary residency for unexpected visitors.

Hoth
Hoth is the sixth planet in the remote system of the same name. Despite a landscape of constant snow and ice, there are a number of indigenous life forms including the Wampa ice creature, and the Tauntaun. The daytime temperatures of Hoth are bearable for properly-equipped explorers, but the Hoth nights are too hostile even for the native creatures. Hoth's remote location and icy surface make the planet an attractive base of operations for smugglers and other groups with something to hide, yet offer little in natural defenses against massive planetary assaults.

Endor
The Endor system is very difficult to reach because it rests in uncharted territory and the gas giant's massive gravitational shadow requires several complicated hyperspace jumps. Covered by woodland, savannas and mountains, the forest moon of Endor is one of nine moons orbiting the gas giant. Sometimes called the "Sanctuary moon," it is inhabited by a wide range of intelligent creatures, such as the Ewoks. The trees where the industrious Ewoks build their sprawling villages can reach thousands of meters in height. Endor's remote location, forest terrain, tree villages and dense vegetation provide many places to hide and would be a good location to house a secret facility.

Geonosis
Geonosis is a ringed planet, located along the outer rim of the galaxy, near Tatooine. Its uninviting surface is marked by mesas, buttes, and barren stretches of parched desert hardpan. The rocks and sky are tinted red, and the creatures that evolved on Geonosis are well equipped to survive in the harsh terrain. Geonosis is also home to sentient insectoids that inhabit towering spire-hives. The Geonosians, as they are known, maintain large factories for the production of droids and weapons. The droid foundries and the planet's remote location make it ideal for a base of operations.

Yavin IV
The jungle moon called Yavin IV was colonized by ancient Sith warriors and their Massassi slaves, over 5,000 years before the Rebellion landed there. The massive stone temples of the Massassi are incredibly strong and make for perfect hangars and command facilities. The Great Temple, located at the crest of a great hill, is the largest of all the ruins and naturally becomes the de facto HQ for any force making Yavin IV their base of operations. There are two approaches to this temple. The first leads up the ruined steps and past a giant altar. The brush is thick and the space between trees is narrow, making it ideal for fast-moving infantry. The second approach winds past a waterfall and up a wider, more sparsely-covered path. Vehicles will find this route easier, but savvy defenders will compensate and place defensive tower turrets among the treetops.

Naboo 2
The canals and bridges of Theed are the pride and joy of the peaceful planet Naboo . However, as a result of the growing galactic conflict, Theed has seen its graceful gardens transformed into a battleground. The streets of Theed vary from open avenues and plazas to narrow back streets, alleys and cul-de-sacs. Any commander worth his salt will use the buildings as cover to set up ambushes, and escape down narrow streets to avoid direct fire from heavy combatvehicles. Control of the Royal Palace is key to claiming the city, but the large river that bisects the city is only passable in two areas, so control of these bridges will be essential to victory. Defenders will place many turrets and bunkers around these key intersections.

* Online play for up to 16 players.

* Conquest mode adds a new dimension to strategic play - Players who capture planets will gain specific advantages over their rivals.

* Fight as a soldier from one of four different factions - Rebel Alliance, Imperial Army, Clone Troopers or the Separatists.

* Drive AT-ST's, speeder bikes and tanks to out maneuver your opponents.

* Fly famous craft such as X-Wings and TIE Fighters and strafe your opponents.