Angry Birds Star Wars is coming to current gen consoles with multiplayer

Written by Brandon Hofer on July 18, 2013

News: Angry Birds Star Wars is heading to home consoles later this year with new levels and multiplayer.

Angry Birds Star Wars is coming to Xbox 360, PS3, PS Vita, Wii, Wii U and the 3DS later this year according to Activision. Iterating on many of the mechanics of Angry Birds and Angry Birds Space, Angry Birds Star Wars evolves the core game design and tone of previous entries in the series with new characters, challenges and environments that pay homage to the Star Wars universe. This game adds 20 never before seen exclusive levels in addition to the existing 200 from the original Angry Birds Star Wars mobile game and for the first time ever, multiplayer modes. Play alongside family members or friends in two player co-op mode to achieve a combined high score or against them (up to four players) in competitive mode. In addition, the game delivers achievements and trophies, leaderboards, unlockable bonus levels and more.

“Downloaded more than 100 million times since its release last year, Angry Birds Star Wars melds together two of the biggest names in pop-culture entertainment for an out of this galaxy gaming experience,” remarked Jami Laes, Executive Vice President of Games at Rovio Entertainment. “Angry Birds and Star Wars are franchises with millions of fans around the world and we’re excited to partner with Activision to bring the marriage of these beloved properties to gamers everywhere this holiday season.”

Angry Birds Star Wars will be available on consoles beginning November 1, 2013. Will you be picking up a copy?