A post was recently made to the Ravensoft forums, shedding some light on their upcoming game, Jedi Academy . Jedi Academy is a sequel to Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast, which takes a new direction from past games in the series, allowing the player to design their own Jedi, and follow a non-linear story which begins one year after the events in Jedi Knight II.

Here's the full post:

· Character customization system - allows players to create their own Jedi in both SP and MP (estimating 2160 combinations currently)
· Ghoul II enhancements including the Ghoul infinite Model modification system - Allows for modular model enhancements, custom colorization, and expanded animation support
· New ICARUS II scripting system for Single player and Multiplayer. Now allows for scripted events in multiplayer matches.
· New map creation tools allowing for models to be used as in world objects instead of just textures. Creates richer 3-D environments.
· New non-linear mission progression system.
· Raven's ARIOCHE terrain system.
· Portal skies
· Rag doll skeletal system
· Enhanced vehicle system. Allows for new ride-able vehicles in addition to previous drive-able ones
· Character and vehicle enhancements designed to enable expanded mod support. Modders will be able to design their own Jedi, character outfits, sabers, etc.

Jedi Academy Info

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