Han Solo had the Millennium Falconthe rebel crew had the SpiritCal Kestis had the mantisand now Star Wars OutlawsKay Vess presents the Pioneer. Every good star Wars The story has to spend some time in the stars, and in this open-world game from Massive Entertainment at Ubisoft, space combat and exploration play an important role in conveying the sense of adventure and freedom that has characterized this genre and much of the star Wars Franchise itself.
In an interview with Game Rant, Star Wars Outlaws Game Director Mathias Karlson spoke about the team's general methodology regarding the game's space combat and exploration. Karlson shed light on what players can expect in terms of both combat encounters and the variety of environments in orbit, as well as the risks and rewards associated with Kay Vess' activities aboard the Pioneer.
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Star Wars Outlaws offers a variety of space encounters
Although the details of the space combat mechanics will have to wait until the game's release, Karlson describes it as “more arcade than simulation,” perhaps as as Starfield rather as a full-fledged space flight simulator like Elite dangerous. This approach divides the volumes into Star Wars Outlaws is more immediately accessible and Karlson says it won't be long before players are having fun soon after their first launch.
“It was critical for us that both flying and fighting the Trailblazer was really accessible and instantly satisfying, while also offering depth and challenge that increases over time. Think arcade rather than simulation. We're proud of how short the time is between first flight and fun today.”
In terms of encounters, it can range from small one-on-one dogfights to much larger battles with multiple and much larger ships. How you get into these is also varied and largely up to you. You could be wanted and pursued by the Empire, get the chance to help an attacked syndicate and build a reputation, or be ambushed by pirates in an asteroid field. Risk and reward are a central theme in space as a whole.”
There are a variety of encounters in space that players can watch out for, or they can cause trouble themselves. Players who gain the favor of one of the Star Wars Outlaws' Underworld factions might side with them in a dogfight, or they might decide to invoke the wrath of the Empire via the wanted system just for the sheer pleasure of blowing up TIE fighters. Spending some time in space seems like a way for players to get closer to some of their goals.
The planets of the Star Wars Outlaws have different space environments
The Pioneer fits perfectly with classic ships like the Millennium FalconThe SpiritThe mantisand the Ebon Hawk as a sleek freighter with plenty of firepower. Kay Vess will need a sturdy ship to withstand the various space environments of Star Wars Outlaws, as Karlson noted that each planet could potentially be home to orbital debris fields, asteroids, and roving pirates to contend with.
“Of course, it all started with the basic fantasy of being an outlaw in the Star Wars galaxy and owning your own starship. A ship maneuverable and armed enough to hold its own in intense dogfights, yet rugged and capable enough to explore dangerous areas and take on Syndicate contracts. Say hello to the Trailblazer.
It was very important to us that space was seamlessly integrated into the open world experience. You decide when to go there and what to do.”
All in all, Star Wars Outlaws isn't a pure space game, so players shouldn't expect to spend most of their time there. Instead, getting into orbit should be seen as a nice change from driving around a planet in a speeder, sneaking into syndicate hideouts, or whatever else Kay Vess is lugging around.
Star Wars Outlaws
Open world
Action adventure
- Released
- 30 August 2024
- Publisher)
- Ubisoft, Lucasfilm Games
- Motor
- snowdrop
- ESRB
- T
