Without a doubt, Star Wars Outlaws is one of the most anticipated games of 2024, and we have just received some fresh new information about it.
Star Wars Outlaws, Ubisoft’s flagship release planned for this year, aroused keen interest from its first presentations in June. A recent article from Kotaku reveals new details about this action-adventure game, offering a glimpse at the varied environments and narrative structure players can expect to experience in the title. Very good promises for fans of the saga. It is the least we can say.
Star Wars Outlaws, a game that makes you dream
Narrative director Navid Khavari shared that the game would be distinguished by three key elements: dense and bustling cities, vast and mysterious open environments, and main character Kay’s ship. These towns will be the scene of intense activities and encounters with diverse characters, while the open spaces will offer exploration on foot or by speeder. Kay’s ship will serve as a mobile base, allowing players to easily navigate between planets and fully experience the Star Wars universe.
Khavari highlights the importance of autonomy in the game, where owning and piloting your own ship is essential. This dynamic is central to the character of Kay, a con artist constantly on the move. The game promises a smooth transition between different modes of movement and exploration, enriching the overall experience. As for the open world, it’s also a great promise. Star Wars Outlaws features planets comparable in size to 2-3 areas of Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, ensuring a large play area. Despite its large scale, the game avoids being excessively long or overloaded, aiming for a balance between richness of content and playability.
He explains :
We want to allow fans to indulge in intergalactic tourism. But we’re also very excited that they’ll discover new characters and new planets in this iconic era.
Everything to charm the fans
According to available information, Star Wars Outlaws is somewhat inspired by the atmosphere of Shadow of the Empire. To delight fans, the game is set just after the Battle of Hoth, an iconic moment much appreciated by fans of the franchise. At this time, the Empire controls the Galaxy with an iron fist, while hope for the Rebellion is at an all-time low. The Empire Strikes Back, often considered one of the best films in the saga, clearly inspires this narrative context. This script choice is therefore deliberate, aiming to seduce the hearts of fans.