Star Wars Outlaws Reviews
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Star Wars Outlaws is rated 'Strong' after being reviewed by 81 critics, with an overall average score of 77. It's ranked in the top 29% of games and recommended by 76% of critics.

Game Information

Game Title: Star Wars Outlaws

Platforms:

  • PlayStation 5 (Aug 30, 2024)
  • Xbox Series X/S (Aug 30, 2024)
  • PC (Aug 30, 2024)

Trailers:

Developer: Massive Entertainment

Publisher: Ubisoft

Review Aggregator:

OpenCritic - 77 average - 76% recommended - 81 reviews

Critic Reviews

Saving Content - Scott Ellison II - 5 / 5

What Respawn did with Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, Massive has done with Star Wars Outlaws, and that’s creating a unique Star Wars experience we haven’t had before. Star Wars Outlaws does a lot of things, and at no point does it fumble with its ambition, and executes on it with truly epic moments, fun stealth, and freedom of choice. Massive Entertainment really knows how to make their game worlds feel lived in, and there’s no better setting than Star Wars, especially during the latter episodes of the original trilogy. Star Wars Outlaws epitomizes the Han Solo line, “Hokey religions and ancient weapons are no match for a good blaster at your side, kid” so wonderfully.

Sirus Gaming - Lexuzze Tablante - 10 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws’ impressive characters, staggering world-building, hooking story, amazing soundtrack, and engaging gameplay, make this the first authentic open-world experience that every Star Wars fan deserves. Massive Entertainment outdid themselves and it paid off.

Gameffine - Uphar Dutta - 95 / 100

Star Wars Outlaw is a dramatic action-adventure game, that takes your adventure to a whole new level with constant action. The graphics are destined to blow you away and the freedom of the open world will keep you hooked to the game for endless hours. It’s not so challenging AI is unfortunately noticeable but does not bother the rest of the amazing experiences and the story it holds.

Gamers Heroes - Blaine Smith - 95 / 100

Massive Entertainment created breathtaking environments across the galaxy, delivered a fast-paced combat system true to the scoundrel style, and crafted a story that rivals the modern movies. Star Wars Outlaws is, simply put, the Star Wars game of a generation.

Digital Chumps - Ben Sheene - 9 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws captures the thrilling unrest of the criminal underworld players rarely get to see in a Star Wars game. Shepherded by the charming Kay Vess, the game has many open-world hallmarks but carves out an identity by allowing players to shape the action.

GosuNoob - Srdjan Stanarevic - 9 / 10

From the graphical presentation, that is top notch, to almost completely bug free gameplay, Star Wars Outlaws is a game hard to find a fault with.

PSX Brasil - Bruno Henrique Vinhadel - Portuguese - 90 / 100

Outlaws is a fantastic adventure worthy of the Star Wars universe. Competent in several areas and shaking up the Ubisoft open world formula for its games, Kay Vess’ adventure is fun and interesting from start to finish, filled with unique details of an incredible universe.

The Outerhaven Productions - Jordan Andow - 4.5 / 5

Star Wars Outlaws stands as a testament to Ubisoft Massive’s ability to blend familiar gameplay elements with fresh, innovative ideas. From the engaging blaster combat and seamless space battles to the dynamic narrative shaped by player choices, the game offers a rich and immersive experience that captures the essence of what makes Star Wars so captivating. While it doesn’t break new ground in most aspects, the way it combines tried-and-true mechanics with unique features like Nix and the Syndicate system makes it a standout action-adventure open world. In my opinion a must play game in the year 2024, especially for Star Wars fans.

Hobby Consolas - Álvaro Alonso - Spanish - 88 / 100

Star Wars Outlaws has action, adventure and a lot of heart. And surely that would have been enough, but far from being conservative, here we see a Ubisoft that dares to trust the player when designing its open worlds (or planets), thus perfecting a formula in which they are the masters. There is no doubt about it: this is the way.

Cerealkillerz - Nick Erlenhof - German - 8.6 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws departs somewhat from the typical Ubisoft formula and presents a pleasantly focused open world with a round playtime of 30-40 hours and a large focus on stealth. Not every planet is equally open and large, but each one looks incredibly beautiful and captures the Star Wars atmosphere that fans love so much. The AI and occasional bugs do take you out of the immersion and the story is not outstanding apart from the characters, but we still couldn’t get enough of Kay, Nix, ND-5 and the many planets. Just beware of the addictive potential of the card game Sabacc.

Generación Xbox - Frank Montes - Spanish - 86 / 100

Star Wars Outlaws is a fun game, in which we can rejoice in everything it has to offer in a way that we believe will please fans and that not so fans can enjoy. It’s not without bugs, like any other game, but it is still a pleasant experience set in this rich universe.

Atomix - Aldo López - Spanish - 85 / 100

If you’re a fan of Star Wars and action games, there’s a good chance you’ll enjoy it, whether you want to go just for the story or prefer to complete the alternate tasks. Massive Entertainment has created a very good product that can perhaps be improved if they decide to make a sequel in the future.

CGMagazine - Justin Wood - 8.5 / 10

Despite technical issues, Star Wars Outlaws was an incredibly engrossing adventure from its unique story perspective and engaging gameplay, it is the scoundrel story fans have always wanted.

COGconnected - James Paley - 85 / 100

Outlaws is an excellent Star Wars game. It’s also aggressively not for me. I felt tangible disappointment whenever a new mission required quietly infiltrating an enemy base. But I also recognize that the systems at work here are well-crafted ones. The enemy AI is fun to learn the limits of. You have multiple ways of quietly taking out guards. Most bases have alternate routes for infiltration. The grenade system is awful, but combat is otherwise tense and engaging. There’s all sorts of little activities like speeder racing and gambling. If you’re looking to live that scoundrel lifestyle in a galaxy far, far away then this game is made for you.

GAMES.CH - Benjamin Braun - German - 85%

Star Wars Outlaws isn’t a high-flyer both, as an open world action game and a Star Wars title. For that, the game is too usual in combat, stealth or world design. But Massive Entertainment still does a god job with a high variety in gameplay, an interesting, versatile story and with a friendly main hero and not at last one of the most loveable sidekicks in gaming history.

GamePro - Dennis Michel - German - 85 / 100

Star Wars Outlaws is entertaining popcorn action with a lot of charm, which only comes across as too superficial every now and then.

GamingTrend - David Burdette - 85 / 100

Star Wars Outlaws might play things a bit safe, but the solid foundation leads to a fantastic adventure. The gameplay is tremendous, with some of the most engaging stealth mechanics I’ve enjoyed in a game in a while. Add in some great characters, fun side missions, and a gorgeous open world, and Star Wars Outlaws is a great trip across the stars.

God is a Geek - Chris White - 8.5 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws has a well-written styory and is filled with exciting missions, solid gameplay, and some beautiful worlds to explore.

One More Game - Chris Garcia - 8.5 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws is a surprisingly good time, and I have to say that I enjoyed the game more than I thought I would after playing it early in previews. The scoundrel’s life is well realized, and playing Kay Vess through her escapades was a pleasure because of her charm and character. Massive Entertainment has delivered the goods, making Star Wars Outlaws the open-world Star Wars game you are looking for.

Oyungezer Online - Oguz Erdogan - Turkish - 8.5 / 10

A Star Wars fan will find many beautiful details in Outlaws that appeal to them. In particular, the crime gap between the 5th and 6th film is perfectly reflected in the gameplay. Those who like the classic Ubisoft formula will also be very pleased with the abundance of planets and atmosphere changes.

TechRaptor - Erren Van Duine - 8.5 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws is an ambitious first step into bringing the franchise to an open world. Its engaging story and characters open the door for more adventurers to come.

The Games Machine - Marco Bortoluzzi - Italian - 8.5 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws might have a gameplay that is occasionally rough and five dozens of different upgrade materials, but it makes up for any flaw with its excellent characters, a main story that always pushes you to look for the next chapter, and an unabashed love for the setting.

TrueGaming - Arabic - 8.5 / 10

Without a doubt, Star Wars Outlaws is one of the best games of the year and I also consider it one of the best Star Wars games released so far, as it delivered an experience that exceeded my expectations.

LevelUp - Pedro Pérez Cesari - Spanish - 8.3 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws is an epic journey worth living. It’s an adventure that not only captures all those elements that have made Star Wars one of the most beloved franchises in all of entertainment, but also feels like a new era for Ubisoft. After several content bloated releases and a tired formula, it delivers a journey that lasts as long as it needs to and replaces tedious mechanics with systems that reward you for doing what matters most: having fun.

Merlin’in Kazanı - Murat Oktay - Turkish - 82 / 100

Star Wars Outlaws is undoubtedly one of the most impressive games Ubisoft has produced, at least on PC. In general terms, many elements that you would like to see in a Star Wars game are also found in Outlaws. The plot brings with it very exciting and well-planned moments, especially in the last episode. The finale of the story is also presented very successfully.

Checkpoint Gaming - Tom Quirk - 8 / 10

I found myself very pleasantly surprised with how much I enjoyed Star Wars Outlaws. I became quite invested in its grounded heist narrative, even if its supporting characters didn’t really rise above one-note stereotypes. It was a blast exploring the Star Wars galaxy, whether it was shooting down TIE fighters in space or just chilling in a Sabacc den playing cards with Lando Calrissian. Ubisoft Massive has done an excellent job in crafting an open-world Star Wars adventure, and this is one heist that is worth signing up for.

Cinelinx - Jordan Maison - 4 / 5

With a big focus on stealth gameplay and cinematic visuals/set pieces to keep you invested, it’s been tough for me to put the controller down. While it has the familiar feel of other Ubisoft games, it’s hard to complain when things feel as refined as they are. As someone who normally struggled with open world titles and being daunted, Outlaws felt welcoming in all the right ways.

ComingSoon.net - Paul Tamburro - 8 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws rewards exploration and investment in your playstyle, letting you explore the galaxy far, far away as you see fit. Some technical issues and problems with its progression system don’t hold back a great experience, that will hopefully be the start of many more open-world Star Wars games to come.

Daily Star - Tom Hutchison - 4 / 5

This is an excellent start by the Ubisoft bods and I suspect the inevitable follow-up will fare better once more varied gameplay is added into the mix.

Evilgamerz - Daan Nijboer - Dutch - 8 / 10

As a Star Wars fan, judging Outlaws is quite a difficult task. Very objectively speaking, there is still plenty to criticize about this game. Technically and in terms of gameplay it is really not high quality. The combat in particular is a bit too basic for the year 2024. Explosions seem to come from 2010 and we have also seen better facial animations. Then it is very doubtful that a paid season pass has been added where more missions will be playable later. Of course, you don’t have to purchase this, but content in a single-player game that is behind a paywall is never desirable. But, and a really big but, as a Star Wars fan it is simply a pleasure to finally travel around and discover the open world of Tatooine and the other plants. These planets have been designed with so much love that it is a pleasure to comb every meter. There is a bizarre amount to do outside the storyline, without it becoming boring. Kay as the main character won’t reach Kratos or Ellie status, but is fun enough. Together with Nix and ND-5 there is enough interaction to enjoy following the various conversations. Don’t expect a groundbreaking game from Star Wars Outlaws, but fans will enjoy it from start to finish. Outlaws is not finished to perfection and it all feels a bit clumsy, but that gives exactly the right Star Wars feeling of the original trilogy.

Game Revolution - Jason Faulkner - 8 / 10

Exploring the galaxy in Star Wars: Outlaws is a blast, and the open-world gameplay perfectly fits the franchise. Kay might not be the most exciting protagonist ever, and the main story suffers as a result. However, the environments are well-crafted, and the gameplay is entertaining enough to compensate for it. Massive managed to avoid many issues that Ubisoft titles are often criticized for, and Outlaws is a must-play for any Star Wars fan.

Gameblog - Geralt de Reeves - French - 8 / 10

For its first shot in the beloved galaxy far, far away, Ubisoft Massive makes a convincing show of Force, in an open world formula relatively well adapted. At its best, Star Wars Outlaws is a very good blend between action-adventure and stealth games, especially thanks to the adorable addition of Nix. It’s also one of the most beautiful and immersive Star Wars games to date, that pays a lovely tribute to this monument of the pop-culture. The whole experience is although marred by a conventional story, with rather cliché characters, some frustrating bug mostly rare bugs, and the terrible AI that has plagued Ubisoft games for years. Nevertheless, this is definitely a good Star Wars Games, which could spark a new hope for the return of Ubisoft at its peak.

Gamefa - Mostafa Zahedi - Persian - 8 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws is an entertaining game from start to finish that delivers an amazing gunplay, beautiful world and ample content. That being said, technical issues are still present and side quests and side activity lack the depth and variety we would expect. Nonetheless, you’re going to have a blast playing Star Wars Outlaws!

Gameliner - Rudy Wijnberg - Dutch - 4 / 5

Star Wars Outlaws offers a refreshing experience by letting you play as a scoundrel in a well-crafted galaxy far, far away, without relying on Jedi or familiar faces. Despite some technical issues and repetitive elements, the game delivers epic dogfights, meaningful choices, and an impressive world, making it a solid choice for Star Wars fans.

GamesFinest - Luca Pernecker - German - 8 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws offers a gripping story and convincing characters in an impressively designed Star Wars world. The decision not to choose a Jedi as the main character brings a breath of fresh air to the game. However, a certain monotony becomes apparent after a while. Although the gameplay is very entertaining, there is a lack of innovation and challenges. For fans of the universe and anyone looking for a well-told single-player story, Star Wars Outlaws is still an adventure worth recommending, even if it does seem a little monotonous in some aspects.

Guardian - Keith Stuart - 4 / 5

A genuinely likable new lead and intense attention to the mythology of the Star Wars films made this a nostalgic thrill

Kakuchopurei - Alleef Ashaari - 80 / 100

Massive Entertainment did a great job of making players feel like scoundrels in the Star Wars universe. While Star Wars Outlaws won’t be turning heads or wowing anyone with its gameplay mechanics, the painstaking amount of effort and detail into bringing the Star Wars underworld to life must be commended. It’s a game any Star Wars fan should pick up, even if it doesn’t have lightsabers or Jedi.

Noisy Pixel - Colin Buchanan - 8 / 10

Star Wars: Outlaws introduces players to a vast open world where they can truly live in the Star Wars universe. Following the journey of Kay Vess the game excels in exploration, combat, and its unique reputation system. While the narrative has its shortcomings, especially in character development, Outlaws remains an engaging and expansive adventure for fans of the franchise.

Pixel Arts - Danial Dehghani - Persian - 8 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws serve as a valuable blueprint for Ubisoft’s future Star Wars titles. Its experimental approach, including both successes and missteps, offers valuable insights. Ubisoft can refine its future games by identifying what works and what doesn’t, ensuring they balance fan expectations and innovative storytelling. If you’re a Star Wars enthusiast seeking an action-packed adventure, Outlaws is a compelling choice

Pure Dead Gaming - Kirkland Gray - 8 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws is a remarkable romp through wretched hives of scum and villainy that will surely bring joy to any Star Wars fan. A smidgin of game design pitfalls notably hold the game back, but swashbuckling adventures, numerous enjoyable diversions, and the realization of beloved Star Wars worlds and characters make Star Wars Outlaws an undeniably good time.

Seasoned Gaming - Alex Segovia - 8 / 10

While far from flawless, Outlaws proves that the ultimate fulfillment of the Star Wars game we’ve dreamed of is within our grasp.

Shacknews - Bill Lavoy - 8 / 10

Outlaws is at its best when it’s telling you a story. I was immediately invested in Kay and Nix and loved going on this journey with them. I didn’t skip a single cinematic or hurry through dialogue and, as a casual Star Wars fan, I would say that’s a big win for the folks at Massive Entertainment. There were certainly some places where the gameplay felt repetitive, but climbing, grappling, and taking out my foes in chaotic battles with my Blaster always felt satisfying. Working with Nix to solve puzzles or stealth through areas was a treat. Now that I’ve beaten the story, I’m not sure I’ll spend much time in the open world, but Outlaws did such a good job that I’m thinking of digging into some of the movies and television shows I’ve been passing on. That’s about as big a compliment as I can give the story.

Slant Magazine - Ryan Aston - 4 / 5

There are kinks in the game’s armor, like skittish enemy AI and a bunch of absolutely gratuitous cameos (you’ve been warned Solo haters). For all of its efforts to stretch out to forge its own identity, Outlaws can’t resist occasionally returning to the nostalgia well. But such grievances are likely to run off you like water off a duck’s back. In the end, everything here, down to the scaleable difficulty, clever upgrade system that bypasses usual RPG-levelling mechanics where skills and upgrades are tied into missions, and the surprisingly fun minigames, is so well executed that you’ll always feel like your wildest galactic scoundrel fantasy has been realized.

Stevivor - Matt Gosper - 8 / 10

The story has all the heel-turns, reveals and double-crosses you could hope for from a heist story, and even a few surprise twists you won’t see coming. Seeing the Star Wars world from a more boots-on-the-ground perspective also casts it in a very different light – an AT-ST is a much more intimidating thing to see when you don’t have access to midichlorians.

TheSixthAxis - Gareth Chadwick - 8 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws is an open world scoundrel-'em-up that clearly builds on Ubisoft’s familiar format, but that’s not a bad thing. The rep system in particular is interesting, as the constant fluctuations belie any kind of loyalty you might show otherwise, but most importantly, this game lets you just be in the enduring Star Wars Universe. It’s not perfect, but stealing for crime syndicates, fighting the Empire, speeding across alien landscapes, and so much more is a dream come true.

Tom’s Guide - Ryan Epps - 4 / 5

Star Wars Outlaws delivers a true Star Wars experience, featuring four total worlds teeming with expansive maps and various side quests for hours of unending fun. Space-based combat and general gunplay are solid with rare moments of stealth that can frustrate at times. Several technical issues and crashes can also hurt immersion.

Try Hard Guides - Erik Hodges - 8 / 10

Though I have criticisms about the game’s writing and mechanics, Star Wars Outlaws does an incredible job of immersing you in the Star Wars universe and will keep you at least somewhat invested in its storytelling. If you’re a fan of the Star Wars formula and want an open-world game set in the Outer Rim, Star Wars Outlaws is the game for you.

Windows Central - Rebecca Spear - 4 / 5

A fun game for any Star Wars fan.

XboxEra - Jesse Norris - 8 / 10

STAR WARS Outlaws is the dream 3rd-person open world title so many of us wanted.  It’s big, and fun, and while it has some flaws I have greatly enjoyed my time with it.  A massive progression blocking soft-lock is a bit of a bummer and instead of this being a final score it’s going to be a review-in-progress one as I wait to see the rest of the title once it’s fixed.

Atarita - Eren Eroğlu - Turkish - 79 / 100

Star Wars Outlaws is a game that wonderfully captures the essence of the iconic universe, but it also falls short in many aspects.

But Why Tho? - Kate Sanchez - 7.5 / 10

Even with the hiccups, Star Wars: Outlaws is a fantastic story that effectively uses the heist genre and never keeps its characters in focus. That said, the side quests are vital to learning more about the world and the characters we have met.

Glitched Africa - Marco Cocomello - 7.5 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws offers a refreshing open-world experience with diverse planets and engaging missions. Despite some technical issues and a lacklustre protagonist, the game’s authenticity and the immersive world make it a worthwhile experience for Star Wars fans and newcomers.

Nexus Hub - Ryan Pretorius - 7.5 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws will appeal to die-hard fans looking for a new world-hopping adventure loaded with charm and all-too-familiar gameplay, but it can’t escape bothersome performance issues and a weak protagonist.

Spaziogames - Domenico Musicò - Italian - 7.5 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws should have been a smaller game, without the open world requirement at all costs. It falls into the usual mistakes of previous Ubisoft games, while it gives its best in the main missions, which are well structured and able to meet the favor of fans of the saga.

Washington Post - Gene Park - 75 / 100

A strong reminder why the Ubisoft formula became so influential, so reliable and so popular.

ZdobywcyGier.eu - Paweł Bortkiewicz - Polish - 7.5 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws is a pretty good game with no shortage of flaws. At first glance it seems very impressive, but after a long time many systems begin to tire the player. The plot is an element that will probably divide fans, as there is a lack of interesting characters here, but the story idea itself is quite good. Nevertheless, if you are a fan of Star Wars then most likely you will still want to get acquainted with another story from this universe.

Zoomg - Ali Goodarzi - Persian - 7.5 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws is a compact, charming, and highly entertaining open-world video game. Despite some issues, I recommend it to fans of story-driven open-world games. Ubisoft Massive’s new game breaks away from the routine patterns of Assassin’s Creed or Far Cry and draws inspiration from other well-tested games in this genre. Overall, Star Wars Outlaws is a game that both Star Wars fans and Open World game enthusiasts will enjoy playing.

PC Gamer - Morgan Park - 73 / 100

Star Wars Outlaws is Ubisoft’s most ambitious game in years, but it plays the basics way too safe.

Gamer Escape - Justin Mercer - 7 / 10

There’s an awful lot of content and mechanical ambition in Outlaws with its reputation system, and it’s fun enough to experience most of it, but it still isn’t able to prevent things from blending together once you’ve spent an extended amount of time with Kay and her crew.

GamesRadar+ - Josh West - 3.5 / 5

“You really do feel a part of a wider world, rather than a function of it”

IGN - Tristan Ogilvie - 7 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws is a fun intergalactic heist adventure with great exploration, but it’s hindered by simple stealth, repetitive combat, and a few too many bugs at launch.

Saudi Gamer - Arabic - 7 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws could have been THE Star War game. It provided a rich world and lore that kept me intrigued for hours, but the gameplay systems are not only marred by technical problems but it even lacked the execution despite the brilliant ideas it has

TheGamer - Jade King - 3.5 / 5

A lacklustre story, a bizarre lack of polish for a production of this scale, and a main character that isn’t the step forward she should have been all hold the game back from excellence.

WellPlayed - Adam Ryan - 7 / 10

Mechanically speaking, Star Wars Outlaws isn’t going to throw you into hyperspace, but, despite its lack of innovation, there is still plenty of fun to be had within its beautifully crafted worlds.

Multiplayer First - James Lara - 6.5 / 10

Ultimately, Star Wars Outlaws’ biggest strength is that it has the Star Wars license, but in terms of gameplay? It feels by-the-numbers for the most part. This is one outlaw that might want to spend some time in the pokey to reflect on their missteps.

CBR - Noelle Warner - 6 / 10

This title won’t be redefining the genre, and it plays like many of the other games in the Ubisoft catalog that most players are familiar with by now. Assuming players go in with reasonable expectations, they’ll have a good time with it if they’re already a fan of the genre.

GamingBolt - Shubhankar Parijat - 6 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws boasts strong open world design and the swashbuckling and improvisational vibe of a classic Star Wars scoundrel story, but from technical rough edges to some dated design decisions to clunky movement, it’s got more than a few significant issues that weigh it down.

PCMag - Jordan Minor - 3 / 5

Star Wars Outlaws admirably attempts to simulate the sly space scoundrel life, but it quickly gets lost in a galaxy of frustratingly outdated gameplay and uninspired open-world bloat.

Press Start - James Wood - 6 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws marks an impressive step forward for depictions of the galaxy in video games but fails to provide players with a compelling reason to explore it.

VGC - Jordan Middler - 3 / 5

Star Wars Outlaws is a pulpy, Uncharted-style adventure that doesn’t quite fulfil its potential. Kay and Nix lead a great cast through a well-paced, punchy story, but the game’s Reputation system, and syndacite storyline in general feels undercooked.

Gamer Guides - Jason Rodriguez - 50 / 100

Star Wars Outlaws is one of the most disappointing titles I’ve played in recent years. From features that aren’t fully fleshed out to boring missions and mechanics that make absolutely no sense, it’s a smorgasbord of startling mistakes and questionable design decisions that will leave anyone, Star Wars fan or not, reeling. Well, at least there’s always Jedi: Survivor for open-world aficionados.

Hardcore Gamer - Kyle LeClair - 2.5 / 5

The idea of a Star Wars game focusing entirely on the world of outlaws in its seedier parts of the universe is a great one, but it deserved a different kind of game than Star Wars Outlaws, instead of being suited for something more like Shadows of Doubt, Disco Elysium or even L.A. Noire. Even a straight, linear action game would be better. Instead, we get a boring, open-world monstrosity with uninspired gameplay, way too many useless features and a constant deluge of uninteresting side content. Kay and company deserve way better and so do the players. Save your credits and wait for something like a solo Kessel Sabacc game instead.

NoobFeed - Ahnaf Tajwar - 50 / 100

Star Wars Outlaws does have its strengths, though—the worlds in this game can sing. You can feel like there is life that is living and breathing in the world—the snowfall of Kijimi, the rain of Akiva; there are strong environments at times that made me feel like I was in the Star Wars universe. It’s a game that made big promises, but unfortunately, it is one of the many AAA games that failed to deliver on them. The restrictive gameplay, subpar story, and uncanny valley facial animations make the game hard to recommend at full price.

Eurogamer - Chris Tapsell - 2 / 5

Massive bravely peels away the many layers of Ubisoft open world-isms in Star Wars Outlaws. It’s a fatal error.

ACG - Jeremy Penter - Wait for Sale

“Some moments of fun marred by technical issues and some gameplay decisions that hold it back.”

Console Creatures - Patrick Tremblay - Recommended

Star Wars Outlaws delivers one of Ubisoft’s best games in years.

Destructoid - Steven Mills - Unscored

If you enjoy the Ubisoft structure of games but have been overwhelmed by them lately, thankfully Outlaws avoids most of the pitfalls. I feel safe in recommending Star Wars Outlaws to anyone who is a Star Wars fan who is looking for a solid story in the beloved universe, with stealth-focused gameplay that allows you to truly live the life of a scoundrel on the Outer Rim.

Rock, Paper, Shotgun - Nic Reuben - Unscored

It’s hard to get enthusiastic about Outlaws’ weak stealth and combat, film-set worlds, and half-hearted nods at a more conceptually experimental game. Still, it’s a perfectly ok bit of Star Wars entertainment with some great, authentic moments.

SIFTER - Gianni Di Giovanni - Loved

STAR WARS OUTLAWS had me giddy in points. I was walking down the dusty streets of Mos Eisley, past the hanger where the Millenium Falcon would have been parked up. Walking into the cantina and spotting the blaster mark on the wall which confirmed who shot first. Lots of little details make this visit to the galaxy far far away one of the most memorable of the last couple of years, but these cities felt real in a way I’ve never experience before, teeming and lived in, this open world game from Ubisoft’s Massive Entertainment feels expansive and intimate at the same time.

Vamers - Edward Swardt - Essential

Whether players are die-hard fans of the franchise or newcomers looking for an entry point, Star Wars Outlaws truly is something special. It rewards curiosity, encourages exploration, and makes players feel like a true part of the galaxy far, far away. Navigating Kay Vess’s journey does not just feel like playing a game; it allows players to feel like they are actively living in a Star Wars story, one choice at a time. In that sense, Star Wars Outlaws does not just meet expectations; it joins the ranks of Jedi: Survivor and Knights of the Old Republic II as it sets a new standard for what an open-world Star Wars game can and should be.

  • Scrubbles@poptalk.scrubbles.techEnglish
    23·
    4 months ago

    Just remember, it’s Ubisoft, and it’s on their cloud dependent engine. Treat everything about it as if it was a rental, because someday they’ll take it away. If they do that that’s their choice, but I’ll be waiting until it’s rental prices before I play.

    • Lojcs@lemm.ee
      2·
      4 months ago

      Source? This is using the same engine as Avatar frontiers and that can be played offline.

    • Megaman_EXE@beehaw.org
      1·
      4 months ago

      Does the game require an online connection? I can’t seem to find the information on the web but I’m also not looking that hard so maybe I’m just dumb lol

      • Scrubbles@poptalk.scrubbles.techEnglish
        2·
        4 months ago

        Well first I don’t know for sure, but I would be very surprised if it didn’t require it just from a game aspect because every Ubisoft game has lately even assassin’s Creed games.

        Second, I was talking about the engine itself that they’re using. If it’s the one I think it is, they’re streaming data from the cloud constantly which would mean that it has to be always online

  • Chloyster [she/her]@beehaw.orgM
    10·
    4 months ago

    Game looks like some chill fun if / when I end up in the mood for an open world game. Sounds like some technical issues need to get ironed out so seems like a good pick up on sale game for me

    • coyotino [he/him]@beehaw.orgOPEnglish
      9·
      4 months ago

      right there with you. I saw some gameplay footage yesterday and thought it looked like great videogame junk food, especially if you’re a Star Wars mark like me. I just finished Fallen Order, and tbh I think the comparisons are spot on. The most notable similarity is both protagonists having a shoulder-perched sidekick that is responsible for like a quarter of your moveset. I think it’s neat in this game, but if we get ANY other Star Wars game in the next decade that has a shoulder-perched companion like this, it’s gonna feel really stale.

  • coyotino [he/him]@beehaw.orgOPEnglish
    6·
    4 months ago

    @[email protected] I think you can still see my reply even though i deleted the other thread, but thanks again for the advice! For others that may want to post review threads in the future: OpenCritic has a “share” button with several options, and the “reddit” option formats nicely for Lemmy. However, the “share” button only seems to show up on OpenCritic’s mobile site, so you may not see it if you are trying to create a review thread on your desktop computer.