Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic focuses on the war between the Jedis and the Siths, 4000 years before the formation of the Galactic Empire. The Dark Lord, Darth Malak has ordered an armada of ships to attack the Republic and has severely weakened the Jedi forces. Many Jedi Knights have perished in battle and some have pledged allegiance to the Dark Lord. 

The player awakes in a Republic ship and must help the Jedi's battle the Sith forces. As the game progresses, players will team up with companions and go on a mission to find the Star Forge, the source of Darth Malak's military power. Experience the role of a Jedi and use light sabers and force powers to take down enemies as you venture deep into the galaxy in search for the Star Forge.