Despite learning quite a little bit of information about the home console versions of Star Wars: The Force Unleashed, the Nintendo DS version hasn’t quite had the same amount of attention. Today, however, developer N-Space has let slip on a variety of details on the upcoming title, from controls to gameplay elements. Head inside for the latest.

The Nintendo DS version of Star Wars: The Force Unleashed obviously follows the same storyline as its home console counterparts, in which players control Darth Vader’s secret apprentice (in the time period between Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith and Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope.), on a mission to travel across the galaxy to destroy the remaining Jedi.

N-Space has plumped for a traditional control method, where players use the D-Pad to manoeuvre their character. However, combat will make use of the touch screen, taking care of light saber swings and other special moves. Defensive blocks will be made by pressing the L and R shoulder buttons.

Whereas the Wii version of Force Unleashed will likely feature real audio dialogue and 3D cut scenes, the DS build will replace them with animated 2D sequences. The game itself, however, will be represented in full 3D and played via a third person perspective.

Lastly, we learn that Star Wars: The Force Unleashed for the Nintendo DS will include a multiplayer option for up to four players. Unfortunately, however, each player will be required to own a copy of the game to take part.

We’re slightly disappointed that N-Space has decided to stick to using the D-Pad as its primary control method for Force Unleashed on the Nintendo DS, particularly when touch input alone has proven so successful in the likes of Ninja Gaiden and The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass.

Star Wars: The Force Unleashed is planned for release this summer.