The multimedia, from full-motion videos to 3D animations were generally praised, but also caused criticism due to slowing the pace of the game.

Playable characters consist of Han Solo, Princess Leia, Luke Skywalker, R2-D2, Chewbacca, Darth Vader, Boba Fett and Stormtrooper.

[3] After character selection, play begins with a perspective view of the board, with a starship representing each player flanking each side.

These starships display a player's current funds and properties available, and also have an identical character piece attached to the side of the ship.

Traditional Monopoly properties are replaced with various Star Wars locales, whilst corner spaces such as Free Parking are kept the same.

[9] Anthony Daniels, who portrays the droid C3PO in the Star Wars films, contributed his writing skills to the game.

[9] Due to the rushed development toward the end, certain features such as a user interface for trading immunities and futures was left out, while a Japanese version of the title was postponed.

[12] Upon the title's announcement, Jack Sorensen, president of LucasArts, explained "the Star Wars franchise will expand to a much broader audience who will now have an opportunity to experience two cultural icons in a whole new way.

[19] Walter Morbeck of GameSpot thought the melding of the two properties was a good idea, but that the resulting game was "somewhat pointless".

Ultimately he felt that most would prefer "gathering around the dining room table for a good, old-fashioned board game".