Star Wars: Republic Commando is a first-person squad-based shooter set in the Star Wars universe, with a focus on tactical gameplay. Players take on the role of Boss, the leader of Delta Squad, and must use his skills to lead his team through various missions. The game's story revolves around the secret clone army deployed to the planet Geonosis, where Delta Squad is tasked with carrying out their first mission. The squad consists of four members, each with unique abilities and strengths, which are put to the test as they navigate through levels and battles.
Gameplay in Star Wars: Republic Commando revolves around action-packed sequences, where players must use cover, grenades, and other tactics to outmaneuver their opponents. Each member of Delta Squad has a personal shield that can be recharged, as well as a health bar that must be replenished through the use of bacta.
A key feature of the game is the "one-touch" control system, which allows players to issue orders to their squadmates using a pre-defined set of commands. These commands can be used to set the squad's attitude or assign specific actions to individual team members, adding a layer of strategy and teamwork to the gameplay.
The game also features multiplayer modes, including deathmatches and capture the flag, where players can compete against each other in various modes.