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Game Title: Star Wars Outlaws

Platforms:

• PlayStation 5 (Aug 30, 2024)
• Xbox Series X/S (Aug 30, 2024)
• PC (Aug 30, 2024)

Trailer:

• Star Wars Outlaws Official Gameplay: All the Star Wars Lore, Details & Easter Eggs | Ubisoft Forward
• Star Wars Outlaws: Official Gameplay Showcase | Ubisoft Forward
• Star Wars Outlaws: Official Game Overview Trailer | Ubisoft Forward

Developer: Massive Entertainment

Publisher: Ubisoft

Review Aggregator:

OpenCritic - 77 average - 76% recommended

Metacritic - 77 average based on 59 Critic Reviews

Critic Reviews



CBR - Noelle Warner - 6 / 10

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COGconnected - James Paley - 85 / 100

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Cerealkillerz - Nick Erlenhof - German - 8.6 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws departs somewhat from the typical Ubisoft formula and presents a pleasantly focused open world with a round playtime of 30-40 hours and a large focus on stealth. Not every planet is equally open and large, but each one looks incredibly beautiful and captures the Star Wars atmosphere that fans love so much. The AI and occasional bugs do take you out of the immersion and the story is not outstanding apart from the characters, but we still couldn't get enough of Kay, Nix, ND-5 and the many planets. Just beware of the addictive potential of the card game Sabacc.

Checkpoint Gaming - Tom Quirk - 8 / 10

I found myself very pleasantly surprised with how much I enjoyed Star Wars Outlaws. I became quite invested in its grounded heist narrative, even if its supporting characters didn't really rise above one-note stereotypes. It was a blast exploring the Star Wars galaxy, whether it was shooting down TIE fighters in space or just chilling in a Sabacc den playing cards with Lando Calrissian. Ubisoft Massive has done an excellent job in crafting an open-world Star Wars adventure, and this is one heist that is worth signing up for.

Console Creatures - Patrick Tremblay - Recommended

Star Wars Outlaws delivers one of Ubisoft's best games in years.

Destructoid - Steven Mills - Unscored

If you enjoy the Ubisoft structure of games but have been overwhelmed by them lately, thankfully Outlaws avoids most of the pitfalls. I feel safe in recommending Star Wars Outlaws to anyone who is a Star Wars fan who is looking for a solid story in the beloved universe, with stealth-focused gameplay that allows you to truly live the life of a scoundrel on the Outer Rim.

Evilgamerz - Daan Nijboer - Dutch - 8 / 10

As a Star Wars fan, judging Outlaws is quite a difficult task. Very objectively speaking, there is still plenty to criticize about this game. Technically and in terms of gameplay it is really not high quality. The combat in particular is a bit too basic for the year 2024. Explosions seem to come from 2010 and we have also seen better facial animations. Then it is very doubtful that a paid season pass has been added where more missions will be playable later. Of course, you don't have to purchase this, but content in a single-player game that is behind a paywall is never desirable. But, and a really big but, as a Star Wars fan it is simply a pleasure to finally travel around and discover the open world of Tatooine and the other plants. These planets have been designed with so much love that it is a pleasure to comb every meter. There is a bizarre amount to do outside the storyline, without it becoming boring. Kay as the main character won't reach Kratos or Ellie status, but is fun enough. Together with Nix and ND-5 there is enough interaction to enjoy following the various conversations. Don't expect a groundbreaking game from Star Wars Outlaws, but fans will enjoy it from start to finish. Outlaws is not finished to perfection and it all feels a bit clumsy, but that gives exactly the right Star Wars feeling of the original trilogy.

GAMES.CH - Benjamin Braun - German - 85%

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GamePro - Dennis Michel - German - 85 / 100

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Gameblog - French - 8 / 10

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Gamefa - Mostafa Zahedi - Persian - 8 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws is an entertaining game from start to finish that delivers an amazing gunplay, beautiful world and ample content. That being said, technical issues are still present and side quests and side activity lack the depth and variety we would expect. Nonetheless, you're going to have a blast playing Star Wars Outlaws!

Gameffine - Uphar Dutta - 95 / 100

Star Wars Outlaw is a dramatic action-adventure game, that takes your adventure to a whole new level with constant action. The graphics are destined to blow you away and the freedom of the open world will keep you hooked to the game for endless hours. It's not so challenging AI is unfortunately noticeable but does not bother the rest of the amazing experiences and the story it holds.

Gameliner - Rudy Wijnberg - Dutch - 4 / 5

Star Wars Outlaws offers a refreshing experience by letting you play as a scoundrel in a well-crafted galaxy far, far away, without relying on Jedi or familiar faces. Despite some technical issues and repetitive elements, the game delivers epic dogfights, meaningful choices, and an impressive world, making it a solid choice for Star Wars fans.

Gamer Escape - Justin Mercer - 7 / 10

There’s an awful lot of content and mechanical ambition in Outlaws with its reputation system, and it’s fun enough to experience most of it, but it still isn’t able to prevent things from blending together once you’ve spent an extended amount of time with Kay and her crew.

Gamer Guides - Jason Rodriguez - 50 / 100

Star Wars Outlaws is one of the most disappointing titles I’ve played in recent years. From features that aren’t fully fleshed out to boring missions and mechanics that make absolutely no sense, it’s a smorgasbord of startling mistakes and questionable design decisions that will leave anyone, Star Wars fan or not, reeling. Well, at least there’s always Jedi: Survivor for open-world aficionados.

GamesFinest - Luca Pernecker - German - 8 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws offers a gripping story and convincing characters in an impressively designed Star Wars world. The decision not to choose a Jedi as the main character brings a breath of fresh air to the game. However, a certain monotony becomes apparent after a while. Although the gameplay is very entertaining, there is a lack of innovation and challenges. For fans of the universe and anyone looking for a well-told single-player story, Star Wars Outlaws is still an adventure worth recommending, even if it does seem a little monotonous in some aspects.

GamingTrend - David Burdette - 85 / 100

Star Wars Outlaws might play things a bit safe, but the solid foundation leads to a fantastic adventure. The gameplay is tremendous, with some of the most engaging stealth mechanics I've enjoyed in a game in a while. Add in some great characters, fun side missions, and a gorgeous open world, and Star Wars Outlaws is a great trip across the stars.

Glitched Africa - Marco Cocomello - 7.5 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws offers a refreshing open-world experience with diverse planets and engaging missions. Despite some technical issues and a lacklustre protagonist, the game’s authenticity and the immersive world make it a worthwhile experience for Star Wars fans and newcomers.

GosuNoob - Srdjan Stanarevic - 9 / 10

From the graphical presentation, that is top notch, to almost completely bug free gameplay, Star Wars Outlaws is a game hard to find a fault with.

Hardcore Gamer - Kyle LeClair - 2.5 / 5

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Kakuchopurei - Alleef Ashaari - 80 / 100

Massive Entertainment did a great job of making players feel like scoundrels in the Star Wars universe. While Star Wars Outlaws won't be turning heads or wowing anyone with its gameplay mechanics, the painstaking amount of effort and detail into bringing the Star Wars underworld to life must be commended. It's a game any Star Wars fan should pick up, even if it doesn't have lightsabers or Jedi.

Nexus Hub - Ryan Pretorius - 7.5 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws will appeal to die-hard fans looking for a new world-hopping adventure loaded with charm and all-too-familiar gameplay, but it can't escape bothersome performance issues and a weak protagonist.

One More Game - Chris Garcia - 8.5 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws is a surprisingly good time, and I have to say that I enjoyed the game more than I thought I would after playing it early in previews. The scoundrel's life is well realized, and playing Kay Vess through her escapades was a pleasure because of her charm and character. Massive Entertainment has delivered the goods, making Star Wars Outlaws the open-world Star Wars game you are looking for.

Oyungezer Online - Oguz Erdogan - Turkish - 8.5 / 10

A Star Wars fan will find many beautiful details in Outlaws that appeal to them. In particular, the crime gap between the 5th and 6th film is perfectly reflected in the gameplay. Those who like the classic Ubisoft formula will also be very pleased with the abundance of planets and atmosphere changes.

PSX Brasil - Portuguese - 90 / 100

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Pixel Arts - Danial Dehghani - Persian - 8 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws serve as a valuable blueprint for Ubisoft's future Star Wars titles. Its experimental approach, including both successes and missteps, offers valuable insights. Ubisoft can refine its future games by identifying what works and what doesn't, ensuring they balance fan expectations and innovative storytelling. If you're a Star Wars enthusiast seeking an action-packed adventure, Outlaws is a compelling choice

PlayStation LifeStyle - Tyler Treese - 8 / 10

While the stealth gameplay can sometimes become repetitive, Star Wars Outlaws is largely a blast. The attention to detail is top-notch, with each planet being a lot of fun to explore and side missions providing some of the best moments.

Press Start - James Wood - 6 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws marks an impressive step forward for depictions of the galaxy in video games but fails to provide players with a compelling reason to explore it.

Pure Dead Gaming - Kirkland Gray - 8 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws is a remarkable romp through wretched hives of scum and villainy that will surely bring joy to any Star Wars fan. A smidgin of game design pitfalls notably hold the game back, but swashbuckling adventures, numerous enjoyable diversions, and the realization of beloved Star Wars worlds and characters make Star Wars Outlaws an undeniably good time.

SIFTER - Gianni Di Giovanni - Loved

STAR WARS OUTLAWS had me giddy in points. I was walking down the dusty streets of Mos Eisley, past the hanger where the Millenium Falcon would have been parked up. Walking into the cantina and spotting the blaster mark on the wall which confirmed who shot first. Lots of little details make this visit to the galaxy far far away one of the most memorable of the last couple of years, but these cities felt real in a way I've never experience before, teeming and lived in, this open world game from Ubisoft's Massive Entertainment feels expansive and intimate at the same time.

Saudi Gamer - Arabic - 7 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws could have been THE Star War game. It provided a rich world and lore that kept me intrigued for hours, but the gameplay systems are not only marred by technical problems but it even lacked the execution despite the brilliant ideas it has

Saving Content - Scott Ellison II - 5 / 5

What Respawn did with STAR WARS Jedi Origins, Massive has done with Star Wars Outlaws, and that’s creating a unique Star Wars experience we haven’t had before. Star Wars Outlaws does a lot of things, and at no point does it fumble with its ambition, and executes on it with truly epic moments, fun stealth, and freedom of choice. Massive Entertainment really knows how to make their game worlds feel lived in, and there’s no better setting than Star Wars, especially during the latter episodes of the original trilogy. Star Wars Outlaws works so well because it epitomizes what Han Solo says, “Hokey religions and ancient weapons are no match for a good blaster at your side, kid.”

Seasoned Gaming - Alex Segovia - 8 / 10

While far from flawless, Outlaws proves that the ultimate fulfillment of the Star Wars game we’ve dreamed of is within our grasp.

Shacknews - Bill Lavoy - 8 / 10

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Sirus Gaming - Lexuzze Tablante - 10 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws’ impressive characters, staggering world-building, hooking story, amazing soundtrack, and engaging gameplay, make this the first authentic open-world experience that every Star Wars fan deserves. Massive Entertainment outdid themselves and it paid off.

Spaziogames - Italian - 7.5 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws should have been a smaller game, without the open world requirement at all costs. It falls into the usual mistakes of previous Ubisoft games, while it gives its best in the main missions, which are well structured and able to meet the favor of fans of the saga.

TechRaptor - Erren Van Duine - 8.5 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws is an ambitious first step into bringing the franchise to an open world. Its engaging story and characters open the door for more adventurers to come.

TheSixthAxis - Gareth Chadwick - 8 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws is an open world scoundrel-'em-up that clearly builds on Ubisoft's familiar format, but that's not a bad thing. The rep system in particular is interesting, as the constant fluctuations belie any kind of loyalty you might show otherwise, but most importantly, this game lets you just be in the enduring Star Wars Universe. It's not perfect, but stealing for crime syndicates, fighting the Empire, speeding across alien landscapes, and so much more is a dream come true.

VGC - Jordan Middler - 3 / 5

Star Wars Outlaws is a pulpy, Uncharted-style adventure that doesn't quite fulfil its potential. Kay and Nix lead a great cast through a well-paced, punchy story, but the game's Reputation system, and syndacite storyline in general feels undercooked.

Vamers - Edward Swardt - Essential

Whether players are die-hard fans of the franchise or newcomers looking for an entry point, Star Wars Outlaws truly is something special. It rewards curiosity, encourages exploration, and makes players feel like a true part of the galaxy far, far away. Navigating Kay Vess’s journey does not just feel like playing a game; it allows players to feel like they are actively living in a Star Wars story, one choice at a time. In that sense, Star Wars Outlaws does not just meet expectations; it joins the ranks of Jedi: Survivor and Knights of the Old Republic II as it sets a new standard for what an open-world Star Wars game can and should be.

WellPlayed - Adam Ryan - 7 / 10

Mechanically speaking, Star Wars Outlaws isn't going to throw you into hyperspace, but, despite its lack of innovation, there is still plenty of fun to be had within its beautifully crafted worlds.

XboxEra - Jesse Norris - 8 / 10

STAR WARS Outlaws is the dream 3rd-person open world title so many of us wanted. It’s big, and fun, and while it has some flaws I have greatly enjoyed my time with it. A massive progression blocking soft-lock is a bit of a bummer and instead of this being a final score it’s going to be a review-in-progress one as I wait to see the rest of the title once it’s fixed.

ZdobywcyGier.eu - Paweł Bortkiewicz - Polish - 7.5 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws is a pretty good game with no shortage of flaws. At first glance it seems very impressive, but after a long time many systems begin to tire the player. The plot is an element that will probably divide fans, as there is a lack of interesting characters here, but the story idea itself is quite good. Nevertheless, if you are a fan of Star Wars then most likely you will still want to get acquainted with another story from this universe.

Zoomg - Ali Goodarzi - Persian - 7.5 / 10

Star Wars Outlaws is a compact, charming, and highly entertaining open-world video game. Despite some issues, I recommend it to fans of story-driven open-world games. Ubisoft Massive’s new game breaks away from the routine patterns of Assassin’s Creed or Far Cry and draws inspiration from other well-tested games in this genre. Overall, Star Wars Outlaws is a game that both Star Wars fans and Open World game enthusiasts will enjoy playing.

 

[Little Mac]

 

[Tomi]

Waiting for discount 19,99 for about a month or so

Gonna be epic adventure for sure

 

[Negotiator101]

As long as it gets around 80 should do pretty well.

 

[cormack12]

Brace yourselves, I feel a great disturbance in the force.

 

[Certinty]

Looks like a 7-8 game written all over it. Which to be fair, isn’t the worst.

I just hope it’s not a third person copy paste of Far Cry or Avatar though, or a reskinned Assassin’s Creed.

If it reviews better than I expect i’ll sign up to Ubisoft + for a month to give it a try though.

 

[Zathalus]

Seems like a mid 70s to maybe 80 meta type of game. Ubisoft fast food.

 

[Dr. Acid Avatar]

Waiting for discount 19,99 for about a month or so

Gonna be epic adventure for sure

This is the (Ubi) way.

 

[Elios83]

Gameplay seems to be boring and derivative, I wanted it to be good because the premise is cool, but it seems to be the usual cookie-cutter Ubisoft execution with a 70-75 metacritic.

 

[Little Mac]

Hoping for 85ish but gameplay videos made this look like low 70s. We'll see in 20 mins.

 

[CSJ]

I feel like one of the biggest point people will be making is "How the f is this gunplay/movement/enemy npc combat behaviour from Massive Entertainment"?

 

[sigmaZ]

 

[cormack12]

Will it be closest to

Phantom Menace: 51
Attack of the Clones: 54
Revenge of the Sith: 68
A New Hope: 90
The Empire Strikes Back: 82
Return of the Jedi: 58
The Force Awakens: 80
The Last Jedi: 84
The Rise of Skywalker: 53

 

[M1chl]

Seems like a mid 70s to maybe 80 meta type of game. Ubisoft fast food.

For fast food sure its going to have a ton of padding.

 

[Von Hugh]

Star Wars games peaked at 2002 - 2003 with Jedi Outcast 2 and Knights of the Old Republic. I have a hard time believing a Ubisoft game will touch those two.

 

[Tokio Blues]

Star Wars games peaked at 2002 - 2003 with Jedi Outcast 2 and Knights of the Old Republic. I have a hard time believing a Ubisoft game will touch those two.

Jedi Fallen Order and Survivor are excellent.

 

[cormack12]

Star Wars games peaked at 2002 - 2003 with Jedi Outcast 2 and Knights of the Old Republic. I have a hard time believing a Ubisoft game will touch those two.

Jedi Outcast was such a good game. Although Battlefront II was pretty fun eventually.

Was Outcast a pretty big game? It was big in my circle at the time but that's kind of a small sample lol.

 

[ManaByte]

Phantom Menace: 51
Attack of the Clones: 54
Revenge of the Sith: 68
A New Hope: 90
The Empire Strikes Back: 82
Return of the Jedi: 58
The Force Awakens: 80
The Last Jedi: 84
The Rise of Skywalker: 53

 

[TintoConCasera]

Star Wars games peaked at 2002 - 2003 with Jedi Outcast 2 and Knights of the Old Republic. I have a hard time believing a Ubisoft game will touch those two.

Rogue Leader also came out during that time frame, another amazing SW game.

We used to have it so much better back then man.

 

[damidu]

lets see more reviews, but honestly every gameplay clip of this was shouting ubi-borefest

 

[Big Baller]

UgotPlayed

 

[The Cockatrice]

Star Wars games peaked at 2002 - 2003 with Jedi Outcast 2 and Knights of the Old Republic. I have a hard time believing a Ubisoft game will touch those two.

SWTOR was pretty great as well, the class stories for warrior, imp agent were quite great, peak star wars stuff. Nowadays its gameplay is just a shallow husk designed for literal babies. Back then, a dungeon, world elites were challenging af. Still for anyone looking for good Star Wars stories and cool locations, I'd give swtor a chance.

 

[DelireMan7]

Will it be closest to

Phantom Menace: 51
Attack of the Clones: 54
Revenge of the Sith: 68
A New Hope: 90
The Empire Strikes Back: 82
Return of the Jedi: 58
The Force Awakens: 80
The Last Jedi: 84
The Rise of Skywalker: 53

These are rating ?

Like The Last Jedi is the second highest ? What the fuck is going on ?!. By far the worst (ok maybe Rise is worst)

 

[lughnasadh123]

I don't think there's been an ever bigger schism between regular players and the forum Ubi haters. This game won't be any different.

 

[ChuckeRearmed]

either low 80s or 75-77. classic ubisoft game.

 

[Warnen]

Was going to buy but not on steam…. Fuck off

 

[Matt_Fox]

73/100 based on 7 reviews...

 

[Little Mac]

Pixel Arts (Persian)

8 / 10
"Star Wars Outlaws serve as a valuable blueprint for Ubisoft's future Star Wars titles. Its experimental approach, including both successes and missteps, offers valuable insights. Ubisoft can refine its future games by identifying what works and what doesn't, ensuring they balance fan expectations and innovative storytelling. If you're a Star Wars enthusiast seeking an action-packed adventure, Outlaws is a compelling choice"

 

[Kurotri]

73/100 based on 7 reviews...

ahh fuck

 

[Thick Thighs Save Lives]

Pretty good start

 

[tommib]

I smell a comercial and critical flop.

 

[finalflame]

Getting mixed signals here, lol.

Betting on a resounding 75.

 

[Kurotri]

75 now
Edit: 77

 

[ManaByte]

Pretty good start

 

[tommib]

Pretty good start

 

[Thick Thighs Save Lives]

Yeah, looks like the avg score goes down fast. I've added a bunch of reviews to the OP.

 

[lockdown2222]

ahh fuck

Going exactly to plan lol. I’ll get it on discount.

 

[Toots]

Brought all the homies to watch the wreck.

 

[Little Mac]

IGN gave it a 7

Star Wars Outlaws Review - IGN

Star Wars Outlaws is a fun intergalactic heist adventure with great exploration, but it’s hindered by simple stealth, repetitive combat, and a few too many bugs at launch.

www.ign.com

 

[Sethbacca]

ahh fuck

There are only 7 reviews so far and the one bad one is a culture warrior. It will probably be closer to 80 by the time they all drop.

 

[Big Baller]

 

[BlackTron]

Star Wars games peaked at 2002 - 2003 with Jedi Outcast 2 and Knights of the Old Republic. I have a hard time believing a Ubisoft game will touch those two.

Rogue Squadron II also came out in this window. It was a different time.

 

[cormack12]

But what is stevivor saying?

 

[damidu]

There are only 7 reviews so far and the one bad one is a culture warrior. It will probably be closer to 80 by the time they all drop.

yea ps5 has around 30 reviews and is 78
at least trending better than avatar

 

[Topher]

IGN gave it a 7

Star Wars Outlaws Review - IGN

Star Wars Outlaws is a fun intergalactic heist adventure with great exploration, but it’s hindered by simple stealth, repetitive combat, and a few too many bugs at launch.

www.ign.com

From IGN's review....

I Like Big Hutts and I Cannot Lie​

 

[Matt_Fox]

Might pick this up in 3 months once the technical issues have been patched and the PS5 Pro solves the performance issues...

 

[balls of snow]

So about the same as Avatar. Cool cool. Ping pong back and forth between this and Wukong.

 

[BlackTron]

IGN gave it 70 with the degree Disney is trying to ensure the reception of this game? Jesus.

 

[Xtib81]

Looks like a 80 game alright. This game will soon be forgotten.

 

[Heimdall_Xtreme]

Brought all the homies to watch the wreck.

Lol to Watto hat.

I also remember that strange thing, Jabba's rat that laughs a lot.

Babu frik is missing, the best - worst recent character.