The Real Reason Fans Couldn't Connect with the Jedi Crossguard Lightsaber

Players of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor have a variety of lightsaber stances at their disposal, including the option of dual-wielding, using a double-bladed weapon, and the classic single-blade stance. Interestingly, the crossguard lightsaber stance, which was featured in the sequel trilogy films, is the least utilized style in the game. In fact, according to official gameplay statistics, only 7 percent of players regularly used this stance, with the blaster stance just ahead at 8 percent. The most popular styles were the single-blade and dual-wield stances, at 31 percent and 29 percent respectively. Given the gameplay mechanics of the crossguard stance, its lack of popularity may not be surprising.

The Soulslike Combat of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and Jedi: Survivor

Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order drew inspiration from FromSoftware games, particularly in terms of slower combat that required strategic thinking. However, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor took this concept further by offering players five different combat styles, which allowed for more flexibility in gameplay. Despite the game's hack and slash approach, some styles proved to be less practical than others, with the crossguard style being one of the least effective.

Why The Crossguard Style Is Star Wars Jedi: Survivor's Least Popular

The crossguard lightsaber, inspired by Kylo Ren in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, is not obtainable until later in the game. While it deals significant damage and can be effective against larger foes, its slow pace makes it less practical against more agile opponents that make up the majority of the game. Its longer windup and impact time also leave the character vulnerable to attacks, making it a high-risk style. Additionally, its lack of popularity may be attributed to its cinematic baggage compared to other available stances with higher ratings on the poll.

The use of the crossguard lightsaber in Star Wars: The Force Awakens was initially met with excitement, but the character who wielded it, Kylo Ren, has since been controversial. Criticisms of his personality and motivations in the film have made some players hesitant to associate themselves with the sequel trilogy antagonist by using this weapon style. However, each lightsaber style has its own following, and popularity ultimately depends on individual play preferences. While the crossguard may currently be the least popular stance in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, the addition of new content tailored towards this style could potentially make it more appealing to players.

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is available now on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.