Summary
Star Wars Outlawshas released title update 1.5.0, which fixes bugs related to NPCs, the Sabaac mini-game, quests, performance, and more.Star Wars Outlawsis one of the more divisive games of 2024, with some praising it for its open world design and scoundrel fantasy, while others felt alienated by its stealth-focused gameplay. Despite all this,Star Wars Outlawsearned an impressive three nominations at the 2024 Game Awards for Humberly Gonzalez’s performance as Key Vess, Best Action/Adventure Game, and Innovation in Accessiblity.
One of the biggest points of contention whenStar Wars Outlawsfirst launched was its large focus on stealth gameplay. Many players were turned off by the game’s forced stealth areas with automatic fail states when caught by guards or going loud. In the previous update, 1.4.0, developer Massive EntertainmentremovedStar Wars Outlaws' forced stealth, allowing for players to be able to tackle these areas with blaster in hand. Of course, stealth has remained a viable option for players who prefer to remain quiet, they just won’t get an automatic failure screen when caught.
Now, Massive Entertainment has gone ahead and rolled outStar Wars Outlaws' latest title update, 1.5.0, which addresses large swaths of the game. Headlining the update are some fixes to NPCs, such as issues with them entering and exiting cover, getting trapped in anImperial base on Toshara, and basic clipping issues with their clothing. Performance is a top focus of update 1.5.0 as well, as Massive has addressed a frame drop issue related to RTDXI and improved frame generation for players who use DLSS.
Star Wars Outlaws' popular Poker-like card game Sabaac has also received a healthy dose of fixes in the new update as well. An issue making tables unplayable after leaving with certain Shift Tokens active has been resolved, as well as the suspicion mechanic not working properly when players cheat withKay Vess' companion Nixduring a game. The update addresses main and side quest bugs across all the game’s explorable planets, as well as a large number of issues having to do withStar Wars Outlaws' Wild Card story DLC. Despite its divisive launch, it’s good to see Massive Entertainment actively patching the game up with these massive title updates.
WithStar Wars Outlaws’first DLC out the door, Ubisoft still has one more planned to release in the Spring of 2025, named A Pirate’s Fortune.
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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.
