Ubisoft’s Star Wars Outlaws, the open-world adventure set in the iconic Star Wars universe, faced a rocky start. Despite being the first single-player open-world game in the franchise, it failed to meet initial sales expectations and received mixed reviews from fans and critics alike. The game’s launch was plagued with technical issues, including broken enemy AI, animation glitches, and a general feeling of being unfinished. While Ubisoft initially expressed satisfaction with the game’s Metacritic score of 76, the publisher acknowledged that sales were ‘softer than expected.’
However, Ubisoft isn’t giving up on Star Wars Outlaws. The development team has outlined a comprehensive plan to address the game’s shortcomings and revitalize its appeal. The strategy includes two major updates in October focusing on bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements. These updates will pave the way for a significant overhaul in November, coinciding with the game’s Steam release on November 21st. This major update promises to revamp the game’s combat and stealth mechanics, two areas that received considerable criticism upon release.
Adding to the excitement, the November update will also bring free content for all players along with the first paid DLC or Story Pack 1. This new content introduces a compelling storyline featuring the fan-favorite character Lando Calrissian. The decision to launch the game on Steam aims to capture a larger audience, as many PC gamers tend to favor this platform for new game releases.
It remains to be seen if these significant changes will be enough to win over players who were initially disappointed. Ubisoft has a lot riding on these updates, especially considering the delay of Assassin’s Creed Mirage until next year. The publisher hopes to revitalize Star Wars Outlaws and present a more polished and engaging experience for players. It will be crucial for Ubisoft to provide detailed information about the changes, updates, and improvements coming to the game to demonstrate its commitment to delivering a satisfying and rewarding experience.
