If writing is The Sith Lords' highlight, combat is its weakest aspect. It hasn't changed much from its predecessor, except that the new skills are massively unbalanced – which has its good sides, as it enables players to get through encounters faster. The crafting system, on the other hand, has been greatly expanded and polished, providing many customisation options and allowing for power gaming, which manages to squeeze some additional fun from the combat.

The soundtrack is nothing short of excellent. Mark Griskey's work successfully complements the game's dark undertones and manages to convey the desired mood of every scene, all without losing that distinct feeling Star Wars music should have.

Sadly, due to a sudden change of heart from the publisher, Obsidian was forced to end development prematurely, releasing an unfinished and buggy game, cutting a big chunk of its content – which was later heroically restored by modders after years of work.