From the old school, I argue that the only true Star Wars is that which involves a combination of Luke Skywalker, Yoda, Han Solo and the Millennium Falcon.
With, you know, some appalling acting and writing.
That does not find favour with the 10-year-old, who is more of a fan of the prequel-sequels and the expansion cartoon series known as the Clone Wars, and its new characters like Ahsoka Tano and Asajj Ventress.
I grudgingly acknowledge Clone Wars includes Anakin Skywalker (later to take a rather nasty turn) and Yoda ("Hmmmm, pleased, I am") and even old beep-blink himself, R2-D2.
But otherwise, I view it like a crusty old cricket fan views the world of twenty/20.
News that the next game in the magnificent Lego Star Wars series was to be based on the Clone Wars was hardly greeted warmly by this old fan.
Star Wars The Force Unleashed 2
For: PS3, Xbox 360, PC, Wii, DS
From: LucasArts
The current game on the market, the Force Unleashed sequel, is in a sort of middle ground, taking place a year before the events of the first Star Wars (technically episode IV).
You again assume the role of the delightfully named Starkiller, Darth Vader's secret apprentice and possible clone, who escapes from captivity and sets off to uncover his true identity.
What follows is a very linear storyline that involves a very repetitive series of battles.
There are some puzzle-solving elements but the overwhelming focus of the game is simple combat, where you can wield a lightsabre or simply reach for the force to combat your enemies, who number in the thousands.
It struck me that this was a game great in short bursts, or for those who are a bit younger and demand less from their entertainment.
After a while, the combat certainly gets a bit tiresome.
An interesting moral dilemma presents itself during the game but otherwise there just isn't enough depth for the more serious gamer.
For the younger mob, plus those real Star Wars tragics, the simple approach and sound graphics will be just fine.
