^^Star Wars: The Old Republic. It's a MMORPG game that is considered to be part of the legends continuity and takes place in the Old Republic era of Star Wars, that is set approximately 3500 years before the Battle of Yavin.
Animation can accomplish so much more for less time and budget. As mentioned above the Lucasfilm track record for TV live action has been spotty to say the least and the overuse of the Volume can really make some sets look very cheap and artificial. Lucasfilm has very talented animation staff with a mighty good resume. Let them take the lead as they'd be up for the challenge.