Summary
Star Wars Outlaws' furry companion Nix has already been turning heads, even before the game’s release makes his companionship a reality. The adorable alien creature plays the role of friend and assistant toKay Vess,Star Wars Outlaws' protagonist, as she journeys through the Outer Rim to pull off a major heist and pay off her debt to a crime syndicate. Several of Nix’s unique abilities have already been revealed, many of which provide Kay with the cover or extra reach needed to get past some ofStar Wars Outlaws' most heavily guarded and impassible areas. However, the full extent of Nix and Kay’s relationship and how it might grow throughoutStar Wars Outlaws’ story has yet to be revealed.
It’s fairly common for modern games that feature companion characters to include an affinity system for those characters, in which players can strengthen their bond with their companions by regularly interacting with them or performing actions they might approve of.Star Wars Outlawsmay not belong to the role-playing genre that these types of mechanics are normally associated with, but there have been hints of some semblance of an affinity system for Nix in the game. The only question that remains is howStar Wars Outlawsmight implement it.
Star Wars Outlaws May Feature a Hidden Affinity System for Nix
Early Footage Shows Players Performing Actions That ‘Make Nix Happy’
Though no affinity system for Nix has been revealed, early gameplay footage forStar Wars Outlawsshows players performing actions that make Nix happy. This is clearly defined by a notification that pops up on the right side of the screen that reads, “Find different ways to make Nix happy.” It should be noted that this notification appears shortly afterKay orders Nix to detonatea nearby explosive canister, so making Nix happy inStar Wars Outlawsmust simply mean letting him assist Kay both in and out of combat.
How Star Wars Outlaws Might Utilize Its Nix Affinity System Further
Based on what has been revealed so far, this “affinity system” for Nix inStar Wars Outlawsis directly connected to the skills that players can unlock. After completing the “find different ways to make Nix happy” objective, players unlock the Treasure Hunter skill. Unfortunately, no concrete details have been provided about what the Treasure Hunter skill does, but it’s possible to speculate after considering some of the game’s features — namely,Star Wars Outlaws' Expert system.
Experts are the primary way Kay will learn newskills inStar Wars Outlaws. When she visits an Expert, Kay will need to complete a challenge (such as the Treasure Hunter skill challenge) to unlock the skill. This ultimately means that the Treasure Hunter skill is provided by one ofStar Wars Outlaws' Experts, yet somehow involves increasing Nix’s affinity. Presumably, there is an Expert in the game whose primary purpose is to help Kay unlock new skills associated with Nix. This particular expert is likely some form of beast master or pet handler who is familiar with creatures like Nix and can help Kay learn how to bond with him further.
It’s unclear what the Treasure Hunter skill is, but considering it is directly connected to Nix, it likely involves either unlocking or improving his ability to detect treasure for Kay. This means that asKay and Nix’s bondgrows, he grows as a result, perhaps by learning more about Kay’s preferences and combat patterns. Whichever direction this goes, fans of cute companions should find the relationship between Kay and Nix to be a joyride inStar Wars Outlaws, and even more so if there is a deep affinity system in the game.
Star Wars Outlaws
WHERE TO PLAY
Experience the first-ever open world Star Wars game and explore distinct planets across the galaxy, both iconic and new. Risk it all as Kay Vess, an emerging scoundrel seeking freedom and the means to start a new life. Fight, steal, & outwit your way through the galaxy’s crime syndicates as you join the galaxy’s most wanted. If you’re willing to take the risk, the galaxy is full of opportunity.DISCOVER A GALAXY OF OPPORTUNITYExplore distinct planets with bustling cities and cantinas before racing across sprawling outdoor landscapes on your speeder. Each planet brings new adventures, unique challenges, and enticing rewards if you’re willing to take the risk.EXPERIENCE AN ORIGINAL SCOUNDREL STORYLive the high-stakes lifestyle of an outlaw. With Nix by your side, turn any situation to your advantage: fight with your blaster, overcome enemies with stealth and gadgets, or find the right moments to distract enemies and gain the upper hand.EMBARK ON HIGH-STAKES MISSIONSTake on high-risk, high-reward missions from the galaxy’s crime syndicates. Steal valuable goods, infiltrate secret locations, and outwit enemies as one of the galaxy’s most wanted. Every choice you make influences your ever-changing reputation.JUMP INTO THE PILOT SEATPilot your ship, The Trailblazer, as you engage in thrilling dogfights with The Empire and other foes, finding the right opportunities to chase, evade, and attack to get the upper hand.
