Summary
There is little doubt thatStar Wars Outlawshas plenty of cameos prepared for fans of theStar Warssaga, like Jabba the Hutt, who has already been confirmed. After all, whileStar Wars Outlawscan’t fully rely on fan service to be successful, there needs to be fan service to some degree for its world to feel somewhat familiar to those who have immersed themselves in its almost five decades worth of lore and world-building. While the list ofStar Warscharacters who will be making an appearance inStar Wars Outlawslikely hasn’t been disclosed, the odds of it being a fairly lengthy one are high.
AsStar Wars Outlawstakes place between the events ofTheEmpire Strikes BackandReturn of the Jedi, there is a lot of potential for some ofStar Wars' biggest names to make an appearance. That being said, as Massive has created an original experience that it wants to be clearly defined within theStar Warsuniverse, many of the game’s cameos may not featureStar Wars' more famous characters, but rather those that might not yet be household names. However, one particular cameo would undoubtedly be welcomed by all, even those who may not be as dedicated toStar Warsas others are, simply on account of the impact this group of characters has had on the widespread knowledge of the world ofStar Wars.
Star Wars Outlaws Should Feature the Cantina Band From A New Hope
Star Wars Outlaws Should Feature a Cantina Band Cameo at Chalmun’s Cantina
Aside from the most popularStar Warssongs — like theStar Warsmain theme and “The Imperial March” — one other music track is almost universally known byStar Warsfans and non-fans alike: “Mad About Me,” otherwise known as “Cantina Band.“Star Warscomposer John Williamsconsiders this Benny Goodman-inspired song to be an anomaly, simply because it is much different than any other music track in the firstStar Warsfilm. Even so, it adds to the immersion of Chalmun’s Cantina (Mos Eisley Cantina), as it helped establish the idea that, upon entering the cantina, Luke was stepping into an entirely different world than the one he had come to know.
Chalmun’s Cantina on Tatooine has been confirmed as one of thelocations players can visit inStar Wars Outlaws, so featuring the famous Bith cantina band, Figrin Da’n and the Modal Nodes, feels like a must. Of course, if the band made a cameo, they would presumably be playing the famous “Cantina Band” song upon their introduction, butStar Wars Outlawsshouldn’t stop there. Instead, it should have an entire gameplay feature based on the idea of a band playing music inStar Wars Outlaws' cantinas.
Star Wars Outlaws Should Let Players Choose What Song Is Playing at a Cantina
Many modern games that include bars, diners, or some kind of rest spot allow players to change the background music that plays while they’re there — like the Orchestrion inFinal Fantasy 16or the Hideout music player inPath of Exile. IfStar Wars Outlawshappened to feature the famous cantina band fromA New Hope, it could also provide players with a feature to change which song is being played. This would also helpKay spend her hard-earned credits inStar Wars Outlaws, as players could perhaps pay each band to play specific tracks. This would, of course, be a feature in each of the game’s cantinas and not only in Chalmun’s Cantina.
Cantina band’s appearance could be the much-needed fan service inStar Wars Outlaws!
At the very least,Star Wars' iconic cantina bandshould make an appearance inStar Wars Outlaws, even if there is no option to change which track is being played. This would not only function as a bit of fan service but also contribute to the immersion thatStar Wars Outlawsclaims it will offer players.
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.
