I preferred Rebel Strike to the first game because it adds a whole host of unlockable ships from the Star Wars universe, including niche ships like Naboo Fighter and Slave 1. That nice selection is likely a major pull to Star Wars fans.
The missions are well-crafted in my opinion and you can also play as human characters in some moments. The animations are smooth and the graphics are clean. The medal system is fun and encourages you to try harder to get a perfect score. I recall there is a music player where you can listen to classics like Imperial March. All in all, a wonderful celebration of the original Star Wars movies and a fantastic example of movie-to-game done well.