Star Wars Outlaws

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Star Wars Outlaws: A Blast of Galactic Fun You Didn’t Know You Needed!

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Dive into the chaotic underbelly of the galaxy with Star Wars Outlaws - where lasers fly and excitement never ends!

If you’ve ever dreamed of piloting your own ship in the Star Wars universe—minus the whole Jedi business—then Star Wars Outlaws might just be the game for you. In this latest installment from Ubisoft, players are thrown headfirst into a sprawling galaxy populated by a ragtag crew of characters, each with their own unique motivations and backstories. The game is designed as an open-world adventure, where you can explore the underbelly of the galaxy filled with both danger and absurdity. Who needs Jedi when you can have a band of outlaws, space heists, and plenty of exciting plot twists? It’s like Star Wars met Ocean's Eleven in a cantina on Tatooine!

The focus on lore and the nostalgic thrill of the original Star Wars films is palpable. Players can expect a rich tapestry woven with elements that long-time fans will appreciate, such as classic vehicles, hints of the Force—a tad less Jedi than before—but all the gripping adventures that come with a galaxy far, far away. You’ll find yourself getting attached to Nix, the new lead character, who embodies the scoundrel persona so well that you might want to take him home for dinner (though he might steal your dessert).

Critics have been ringing in with positive reviews, emphasizing the game's ability to deliver an exhilarating experience without leaning on the tired Jedi formula. In fact, the very essence of Star Wars Outlaws lies in its ability to detach from heroes armed with lightsabers, offering players the chance to experience a different side of this beloved universe: one where survival and scuffles take precedence over mind tricks and battles of destiny. The game isn’t just a love letter to the franchise; it’s a celebration of a diverse range of storytelling that showcases how chaos can still feel like home in a universe full of magic.

Of course, as with any epic saga, not every element hits perfectly. Some reviewers mentioned that the stripped-back design leaves the world feeling somewhat empty at times, making you yearn for the clutter of an all-out war. However, others assert the balance is just right, allowing players to create their own troublesome adventures without being bogged down by unnecessary side quests.

Fun Fact 1: Did you know that Star Wars Outlaws is one of the most highly anticipated releases this fall, following the trend of successful single-player games?

Fun Fact 2: Ubisoft has a history of delving into expansive worlds with memorable characters, so it’s no wonder fans are expecting Outlaws to swoop in and deliver something fresh and exciting outside the realm of the Jedi!

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Star Wars Outlaws review: The exact kind of fun I hoped for (GamesHub)

Star Wars Outlaws brings a new flavour to the well-loved franchise, with a ramshackle crew and a whole lot of adventure – I'm a big fan.

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Star Wars Outlaws review – a love letter to lore, Lucas and laser guns (The Guardian)

PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S A genuinely likable new lead and intense attention to the mythology of the Star Wars films made this a nostalgic thrill.

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Star Wars Outlaws Review: A Galactic Triumph (RTE.ie)

Star Wars Outlaws is an open-world adventure that takes gamers on a trip through the galaxy's criminal underworld.

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Star Wars Outlaws proves you can still be Star Wars without the Jedi (Polygon)

Star Wars Outlaws presents the Star Wars universe in a way that stories about heroic rebels or lightsaber-swinging Jedi often can't.

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'Star Wars Outlaws' Reviews Are Here, And They Are Good (Forbes)

One of the bigger releases of this fall in a somewhat sparse year is Ubisoft's Star Wars Outlaws, a single player game in the series shedding Jedi Fallen ...

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Star Wars Outlaws review - stripped-back Ubisoft formula is ... (Eurogamer.net)

Eurogamer's review of Star Wars Outlaws, a game which strips away a lot of Ubisoft open world clutter but in doing so, leaves too little left.

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'Outlaws' Is One of the Best 'Star Wars' Games Ever Made (Rolling Stone)

With a scoundrel's sense of wonder and wit, the new 'Star Wars Outlaws' video game nails the vibe of a galaxy far, far away.

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Star Wars Outlaws review: Anything for Nix (Shacknews)

Star Wars Outlaws didn't land with me as an open world, but the story-driven gameplay is top notch.

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Star Wars Outlaws is full of surprises, both good and bad (CNN)

If you think the “Star Wars” cantina scene is just another Friday night with friends or Jabba the Hutt reminds you of a guy you owe money, Star Wars Outlaws ...

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Star Wars Outlaws Review: Return of the Ennui (The New York Times)

The vast galaxy is filled with well-worn concepts from other open-world games. Finding excitement requires descending to the game's black markets and ...

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REVIEW: Star Wars Outlaws is a great single-player storyline buried ... (Geek Ireland)

Star Wars Outlaws is finally hitting consoles and we got an early look at the game that many have been waiting for all year. See what we thought.

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Star Wars Outlaws review: a perfectly ok bit of star war (Rock Paper Shotgun)

Weak stealth and combat and contrived worlds make it hard to get excited about Star Wars Outlaws, but there's still some thrilling Star Wars moments.

How 'Star Wars Outlaws' Reviews Compare To Assassin's Creed ... (Forbes)

Reviews are in for Star Wars Outlaws, and as an Ubisoft open world special, you may want to know how it compares to other big games the studio has made.

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Star Wars Outlaws review roundup: 'Doesn't quite fulfill its potential' (The Shortcut)

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