May 4th is a special day for Star Wars fans. It's a day of celebration for one of the world's most popular sagas. You definitely have a passionate person in your circle, and you might want to give them a gift. Here are our suggestions.
Today is May 4th. For many, it's a day like any other. But for some, it may be even more important than a public holiday. The English translation of this date is literally “May the 4th” or “May the Force”. We can draw a parallel with the saga Star Warsdue to the famous phrase spoken by the Jedi: “ May the Force be with You » (“ May the force be with you “).
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May 4 therefore became a day of celebration for the cult saga, which is still fueled today with films, series, video games, among other derivative products. As you probably have fans of Star Wars in your circle, we have put together a little buying guide to help you please them. You will find everything, and in several price ranges, with always the same satisfaction at the end: that of making the eyes of a fan of music sparkle. Star Wars.
The sure values of Star Wars
The Skywalker Saga 4K UHD Blu-ray box set
It is undoubtedly the ultimate product for those who love to watch all nine films over and over again. Star Wars from the Skywalker arc. This pretty box set brings together the three trilogies in UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray. It adds a collector's booklet as well as discs full of bonuses. All he's missing is the spin-offs Rogue One And Solo for completeness, but its title is no lie: it presents the entire Skywalker saga, with the best image and the best sound. As a bonus, it’s a beautiful object to display on a shelf.
Lego Star Wars R2-D2
25 years ago, we discovered The Phantom Menacea film which materialized the great return of Star Wars At the movie theater. It was also in 1999 that the fruitful collaboration between Lego and the world of George Lucas was born. For years, the Danish brand has been marketing products bearing the image of Star Wars, to the delight of collectors (and the misfortune of their bank accounts). In 2024, your attention will certainly stop on this reproduction of R2-D2, the most iconic robot in the saga.
Last argument for collectors: the set includes an exclusive figurine of Darth Malak, charismatic Sith lord who appears in the cult game Knights of the Old Republic.
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The video game Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
In 2019, Respawn Entertainment and Electronic Arts got many fans on board with the adaptation Jedi: Fallen Order — an action/adventure game centered around a padawan on the run. Four years later, the two companies offer us the sequel, entitled Jedi: Survivor. As the foundations were solid, we took great pleasure in putting on the Cal Kestis costume. The game, available on PS5, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series
Strong points
- Cal's beautiful evolution
- A pleasant story to follow
- Overall effective recipe
Weak points
- Gameplay still too hesitant
- The posture scam
- Graphically it could be better
The tech gadget
The lightsaber
Can you define yourself as a fan of Star Wars without being in possession of a lightsaber? THE nerds will tell you no. This is good, there are several serious replicas of the favorite weapon of the Jedi and the Sith. We recommend the SL-BASIK, sold via the association Sports Saber League. You can choose between several versions, all RGB LED (infinite colors). In its possession, you will look classy at conventions and can even practice the lightsaber as a that sporting discipline.
If you want to have the ultimate lightsaber and you have the budget (allow at least €300), Solaari replicas stand out at the high end. You can even create the weapon of your dreams thanks to an ultra-complete configurator.
The little pleasures
Baby Yoda gadgets
Since the series aired The Mandalorian, which is three full seasons in, Baby Yoda is flooding the web with his cute face. We love him, we hate him, we love to hate him… Everyone has their opinion on the series mascot Mandalorian, which became an icon from its very first appearance. For Disney, Baby Yoda represents above all a cash machine and of course several aficionados have already ordered their plush toy or figurine. You have options. Don't be ashamed to love him, deep down.
A Disney+ subscription
You don't want to spend a single penny on an object of questionable utility? Opt for a Disney+ subscription. The SVOD platform, competitor to Netflix, broadcasts productions Star Wars. There you can find all the films and several exclusive series (The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, Obi-Wan Kenobi or Andor). Each year, the catalog welcomes more and more content in the colors of Star Wars. It’s a real bet on the future.
Manga Star Wars: Lost Stars
You want to discover Star Wars under a new prism? Why not start manga collection Lost Stars ? Here is the synopsis: “ The Rebel Alliance has just evacuated its base on the planet Hoth. And it is here that pilot Thane Kyrell remembers… Fourteen years ago, the planet Jelucan was annexed by the Galactic Empire. Thane, from the second wave of settlers, meets Ciena Ree that day, a young girl from the first. These children who everything should have separated share the same dream: to join the Imperial army to fly in infinite space. Admitted to the prestigious Royal Academy, brilliant cadets, they are well on their way to realizing their common dream. However, as their complicit friendship evolves into deeper feelings, they are soon confronted with the dark side of the Empire and the war that separates them. But sometimes, destiny ends up bringing the opposite stars together… »