The Force is strong with LucasArts' multiplatform release Star Wars: The Force Unleashed.

The publisher said Tuesday that the title has sold 1.5 million copies, making it the fastest-selling Star Wars game and LucasArts game ever.

The title released on September 16 in North America, September 17 in Australia and Southeast Asia and September 19 in Europe.

Apparently, LucasArts wasn't prepared for the consumer response. The firm said it initially shipped 4.3 million copies of the game worldwide, but amidst strong demand will manufacture and distribute more units.

“We’re blown away by the response to the game," said LucasArts president Darrell Rodriguez.

Unleashed is LucasArts' first internally-developed game for new generation consoles. It is available for Wii, Xbox 360, PS3, DS, PS2 and PSP.