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Star Wars Outlaws

Star Wars Outlaws

August 30, 2024
Ubisoft Entertainment
3.7/5.0(34,948 reviews)
~2h playtime
Adventure

PC · Nintendo Switch · PlayStation 5 · Xbox Series S/X

Mixed

Overall, Star Wars Outlaws receives a mix of praise and criticism, with players divided on aspects like gameplay mechanics, narrative depth, and technical performance. While many appreciate its immersive open world and fun exploration, issues such as bugs, forced stealth, and a confusing control scheme detract from the experience for a significant number of players. Recommendations vary from avoiding full price to considering it enjoyable for fans of the genre, particularly on sale.

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About This Game

Star Wars Outlaws is the first open-world action-adventure game set in the Star Wars universe, allowing players to explore a vibrant galaxy as the scoundrel Kay Vess. Engage in high-stakes missions, navigate complex crime syndicates, and enjoy immersive exploration alongside your companion Nix. The game offers a unique blend of combat, stealth, and choice-based storytelling throughout its richly detailed environments.

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in a lively open world filled with iconic and new locations.
  • Engage in thrilling dogfights and space combat with your ship, the Trailblazer.
  • Experience a unique scoundrel story with multiple endings that respond to your choices.
  • Enjoy a diverse range of activities and fun mini-games scattered throughout the galaxy.
  • Utilize a unique pet mechanic that adds depth and strategy to gameplay.

Themes

sci-fispacecrimeexplorationdystopianwar

Mechanics

open-worldcombatstealthexplorationdialoguechoice-basedstory-drivencraftingcharacter-creationmultiple-endings

Platforms

PC
Nintendo Switch
PlayStation 5
Xbox Series S/X

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Teen
Languages:
EnglishFrench (France)Portuguese (Brazil)Spanish
Official site:Visit site

Gameplay

Modes
Single player
Perspective
Third person

Player Reviews

Mixed

Overall, Star Wars Outlaws receives a mix of praise and criticism, with players divided on aspects like gameplay mechanics, narrative depth, and technical performance. While many appreciate its immersive open world and fun exploration, issues such as bugs, forced stealth, and a confusing control scheme detract from the experience for a significant number of players. Recommendations vary from avoiding full price to considering it enjoyable for fans of the genre, particularly on sale.

Pros

  • • Immersive open world that feels alive
  • • Fun exploration and engaging star wars lore
  • • Unique pet mechanic adds depth to gameplay
  • • Improvements from updates have enhanced the experience
  • • Enjoyable minigames and varied activities

Cons

  • • Frequent bugs and performance issues
  • • Inconsistent and often frustrating gameplay mechanics
  • • Forced stealth sections that many find tedious
  • • Confusing controls and erratic character movements
  • • Flat narrative with underdeveloped characters

Based on 108 reviews from playstation, steam

Screenshots

Gameplay Video

Star Wars Outlaws - Official Gameplay Walkthrough | PS5 Games

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Star Wars Outlaws — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Star Wars Outlaws worth playing?
Star Wars Outlaws has a mixed reception from players, holding an average score of 3.7 out of 5 across 34,948 reviews.
Is Star Wars Outlaws included with PlayStation Plus?
Yes — Star Wars Outlaws is part of the PlayStation Plus Extra game catalogue, so subscribers on that tier can play it at no extra cost.
Is Star Wars Outlaws single-player or multiplayer?
Star Wars Outlaws supports single player.
What platforms is Star Wars Outlaws available on?
Star Wars Outlaws is available on PS5.
When did Star Wars Outlaws release?
Star Wars Outlaws released on August 30, 2024.
What is Star Wars Outlaws's age rating?
Star Wars Outlaws carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Teen.