A new game in the "Star Wars" series, "Star Wars Outlaws," was released for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC on Friday, August 30, 2024.
This action-adventure is the first "Star Wars" game to feature an open-world format, offering players the freedom to explore a vast galaxy.
Setting and Story
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The story of "Star Wars Outlaws" takes place between "Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back" and "Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi."
In this era, when the Empire's rule is faltering and the underworld is thriving, players embark on an adventure as the protagonist, a female scoundrel named Kay Vess, and her companion Nix.
Kay catches the eye of Sliro, the leader of the Zerek Besh crime syndicate, and becomes a bounty. In her quest for freedom, she travels across the galaxy's underworld, striving to earn the trust of other crime syndicates.
Gameplay and Features
PlayStation.BlogPlayers can visit planets familiar from the existing "Star Wars" series as well as new planets that appear in this game.
You will explore a variety of environments, from jungle wetlands and windswept savannas to the deserts of Tatooine, completing various missions and challenges.
In missions, you can take on jobs from galactic crime syndicates by making use of stealth action and blaster combat.
By completing these missions, you can earn more rewards and a better reputation with the syndicates, which will affect your game's progress.
Dogfights with Kay's spaceship, the Trailblazer, also seem to offer a thrilling combat experience.
Editions and Bonuses
"Star Wars Outlaws" is available not only in the standard "Standard Edition" but also in the "Gold Edition" and "Ultimate Edition", which include a season pass and early access.
| Product Overview | |
|---|---|
| Standard Edition | ¥9,790 (tax included) *Xbox Series X|S version is ¥9,800 |
| Gold Edition | ¥15,400 (tax included), includes the main game, season pass, and up to 3 days of early access |
| Ultimate Edition | ¥18,150 (tax included), includes the contents of the Gold Edition plus cosmetic DLC and a digital artbook *Xbox Series X|S version is ¥18,100 (tax included) |
Pre-orders and Purchase
Pre-orders for both the physical and digital versions of "Star Wars Outlaws" are currently being accepted.
By taking advantage of early access, you can play the game before its release date.
Set out on a journey for freedom and adventure in the vast galaxy of "Star Wars Outlaws!"
For more information and to purchase, please visit the "Star Wars Outlaws" official website.
