Summary
Still a major point of division among the fan-base even five years after its conclusion, theStar Warssequel trilogy is a bit of a mixed bag.Star Wars: The Force Awakenswas a fun, fan-service-filled adventure that strays a little too close to the original trilogy for its own good, andThe Last Jediwas an incredibly bold middle entry that was ultimately let down byRise of Skywalker, which itself was a rushed conclusion that tried to appease everyone, and in process appealed to no one. ButtheStar Warsfranchiselives on, andStar Wars Outlawsis here to provide another tale from the Galaxy Far, Far Away.
Set betweenEmpire Strikes BackandReturn of the Jedi,Star Wars Outlawssees players take control of Kay Vess, a budding smuggler looking to make a name for herself. Kay Vess' journey takes her across the Outer Rim and puts her face-to-face with some of the galaxy’s most threatening lowlifes, many of which go a long way to fixing a common criticism leveled against theStar Warssequel trilogy.
Star Wars Outlaws Fixes The Sequel Trilogy’s Lack of Aliens
The Star Wars Sequel Trilogy Lacks Traditional Star Wars Alien Species
Across three movies, theStar Warssequel trilogy added its fair share of new aliens to theStar Warsuniverse. From the Anzellan mechanic Babu Frik, to the Abednedo X-Wing pilot Ello Asty, to the Crolute portion-demanding Unkar Plutt,theStar Warssequel trilogyhas a few memorable aliens. But to make way for those new aliens, the sequel trilogy seemingly decided to remove the vast majority of the franchise’s staple alien species.
Rodians, Twi’leks, Trandoshans, Ithorians, Sullustans, Aqualish, Zabraks, and many other classicStar Warsalien speciesare very hard to spot in theStar Warssequel trilogy. While adding new aliens is an expected part of any good Sci-Fi sequel, removing these mainstays had a sizable impact on theStar Warssequel trilogy’s atmosphere. With these species being such a consistent part of theStar Warsuniverse across all of its mediums, their removal in the sequel trilogy left the universe feeling a little hollow to some fans.
Star Wars Outlaws Is Packed With Classic Star Wars Aliens
Star Wars Outlawstries its very best to make up for the sequel trilogy’s lack oficonicStar Warsaliens, with them being absolutely everywhere in the game. Sullustans, Rodians, and Twi’leks are often used as quest-giving NPCs, while Pykes and Weequays form the backbone of the Pyke and Hutt criminal syndicates. Zabrak bartenders, Mon Calamari informants, and Trandoshan bouncers can all be met within the first hour ofStar Wars Outlaws, and a wealth of other classic species can be seen simply walking around the streets of whatever planet the player is on.
To add that extra layer of immersion toStar Wars Outlaws, developer Massive has even made it so that a good portion of the aliens players encounter in the game speak Huttese. Though it’s mainly the language of the Hutts, Huttese is commonly used across theStar Warsgalaxy’s Outer Rim territories, which is whereStar Wars Outlawstake place.This paired with the consistent appearance of so many iconic alien species helps to makeStar Wars Outlaws' world feel authentic.
Star Wars Outlaws
WHERE TO PLAY
Experience the first-ever open world Star Wars game and explore distinct planets across the galaxy, both iconic and new. Risk it all as Kay Vess, an emerging scoundrel seeking freedom and the means to start a new life. Fight, steal, & outwit your way through the galaxy’s crime syndicates as you join the galaxy’s most wanted. If you’re willing to take the risk, the galaxy is full of opportunity.DISCOVER A GALAXY OF OPPORTUNITYExplore distinct planets with bustling cities and cantinas before racing across sprawling outdoor landscapes on your speeder. Each planet brings new adventures, unique challenges, and enticing rewards if you’re willing to take the risk.EXPERIENCE AN ORIGINAL SCOUNDREL STORYLive the high-stakes lifestyle of an outlaw. With Nix by your side, turn any situation to your advantage: fight with your blaster, overcome enemies with stealth and gadgets, or find the right moments to distract enemies and gain the upper hand.EMBARK ON HIGH-STAKES MISSIONSTake on high-risk, high-reward missions from the galaxy’s crime syndicates. Steal valuable goods, infiltrate secret locations, and outwit enemies as one of the galaxy’s most wanted. Every choice you make influences your ever-changing reputation.JUMP INTO THE PILOT SEATPilot your ship, The Trailblazer, as you engage in thrilling dogfights with The Empire and other foes, finding the right opportunities to chase, evade, and attack to get the upper hand.
