The fate of the entire galaxy is in your hands... are you ready? This week, LucasArts releases Star Wars Empire at War, the game where you are put in command of a war for the entire Star Wars galaxy. As the ultimate commander, you'll need to know the strengths and weaknesses of the troops and units you deploy across the galaxy. Here's a head-start primer on some of the battlefield assets awaiting you in the game. Choose your forces carefully and head off into battle on February 16th, when Star Wars Empire at War arrives.

T2-B Repulsor Tank

T4-B Heavy Tank

MPTL-2a launcher

Corellian gunship

Alliance Assault Frigate Mk II

TIE mauler

2-M Repulsor Tank

SPMA-T

AT-AA

Tartan patrol cruiser

Broadside missile cruiser

TIE scout