Summary
There’s less than a month to go beforeStar Wars Outlawsreleases, and the tension is palpable. While theStar Warslicense usually brings with it anticipation,Star Wars Outlaws' pre-launch build-up is keeping fans on their toes, with the game’s last few trailers and previews giving fans a lot of hope but simultaneously giving fans some cause for concern when it comes to certain mechanics, story beats, or business practices surrounding the game.
That being said,Star Wars Outlawsstill has the potential to be one of the biggest andbestStar Warsvideo games of all time. Promising to deliver a full open-world action-RPG experience,Star Wars Outlawscould set a new bar forStar Warsadaptations, just as long as it sticks the landing. Of course, that’s much easier said than done. But ifStar Wars Outlawscan live up to its potential, it could drastically change the future ofStar Warsvideo games.
Star Wars Outlaws Paves the Way for Different Types of Star Wars Video Game Stories
How Star Wars Outlaws' Premise Breaks the Mold for Star Wars Games
There have been countlessStar Warsvideo games over the last four decades, and the vast majority of those have revolved around the Jedi, Sith, or some other type of Force-wielder. While there have been plenty ofStar Warsgames that haven’t focused solely on lightsaber users, they’re almost always a focal point of the story or gameplay, such asgames likeStar Wars: Bounty Hunter, where players don’t take control of a Force-user, but are sent to hunt one down on the orders of Count Dooku, orStar Wars Battlefrontthat sees players frequently turn into a Jedi or Sith during a match.
For the first time in a long while,Star Wars Outlawsis seemingly going to offer aStar Warsvideo game narrative that doesn’t feature any Jedi or Sith at all, at least not in prominent roles. WhileLuke Skywalker and Darth Vadercould technically show up inStar Wars Outlaws, those cameos aren’t too likely, and if they did appear it would probably be only for a brief moment.
Instead,Star Wars Outlawswill focus solely on the perspective of a smuggler as she navigates her way through the galaxy’s criminal underworld. As Kay Vess, players will have access to a blaster and an array of grounded skills, which they’ll use throughout the game to defeatImperial Stormtroopers, pirates, and fellow criminal lowlifes. Hopefully, Ubisoft can deliver a compelling and fresh story withStar Wars Outlaws, and if it does, then there’s hope fans could see a wider variety ofStar Warsgames in the future.
The Possibilities are Endless for Star Wars' Video Game Future
There’s no shortage of possibilities when it comes to offering aStar Warsvideo game experience that doesn’t revolve around the Jedi or Sith. Some of these possibilities have already been explored in previousStar Warsgames and deserve another attempt, with a higher budget and modern gameplay mechanics, such as a bounty hunter game or a podracing simulator. There are also countless original stories that aStar Warsvideo game could tell, such as putting the player in the boots ofa New Republic Rangeras they hunt down the Imperial Remnant.
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.
