Summary
Ubisoft and Massive Entertainment’sStar Wars Outlawsaims to make every scoundrel fantasy come true for its players by putting them in control of Kay Vess, an outlaw and thief who wants to pull off the biggest heist in the Outer Rim.Star Wars Outlawsfeatures a vast open world with several planets for players to visit and explore, along with plenty of enemies to overcome using Kay’s arsenal of skills.
Throughout their time inStar Wars Outlaws, players will be encouraged to seek out unique NPCs called “Experts.” Much likeDragon’s Dogma 2’s Maisters, Experts can teach Kay new skills depending on their own profession. While there is apparently a wide variety of skills for Kay to learn, only a handful have been revealed so far, but it’s possible even more could be revealed ahead ofStar Wars Outlaws' release.
Every Skill Revealed So Far for Star Wars Outlaws
Cantina Brawling Is Kay’s Basic Melee Skill
Judging by what has been revealed so far, Kay’s Cantina Brawling skill will likely be one that players learn duringStar Wars Outlaws' early game — possibly during a prologue. Massive Entertainment has disclosed that Kay “grew up brawling in cantinas” and, since Cantina Brawling is a basic melee skill for her, it will likely be the first skill players learn. This skill is taught by one ofStar Wars Outlaws' Expert NPCs, the Bartender, who is likely on the planet Cantonica where Kay grew up.
Lockpicking Allows Kay to Unlock Doors and Containers
Lockpicking is a common skill in action-adventure androle-playing games, and it makes even more sense being one of the skills available inStar Wars Outlaws. Lockpicking allows Kay to unlock doors and containers and, like the Cantina Brawling skill, can be acquired from the Bartender. It’s also likely this skill is learned as part of the game’s prologue, as Kay grew up “sneaking around as a thief” in Cantonica.
Kay Can Hack Computers With the Slicing Skill
Kay can also learn the Slicing skill inStar Wars Outlaws, although the name of the skill and the Expert that teaches it have not been disclosed yet. However, the skill is more than likely called “Slicing,” based on the gameplay footage forStar Wars Outlawsshowing Kay performing a hacking mini-game that shows an option for “Slicing subroutines” at the bottom of the screen. The Slicing mini-game inStar Wars Outlawsis set up like thepopular New York Times gameWordle, in which players have a limited number of chances to pick the correct combination of symbols.
Fast-Talk Allows Kay to Briefly Distract Alerted Enemies
Fast-Talk is perhaps the most scoundrelly skill revealed so far forStar Wars Outlaws, in that it allows players a brief period to distract enemies once they are alerted to Kay’s presence. Upon alerting enemies, players can activate the Fast-Talk skill and Kay will make a comment to buy her some time to get a jump on her enemies. It’s highly reminiscent of somethingHan Solowould do, so it fits right in withStar Wars Outlaws' premise.
It’s no secret thatStar Wars Outlawswears itsRed Dead Redemptioninspiration on its sleeve, and Massive Entertainment is even flattered by the comparisons. That inspiration is not more clearly evidenced in one of Kay’s currently unnamed skills that resemblesRed Dead Redemption’s Dead-Eyeability. WithStar Wars Outlaws' “Dead-Eye” skill, it appears Kay can slow time for a brief period, target multiple enemies at once, and proceed to rapidly fire at each of them once the slowed period ends. While the name of the skill has not been revealed yet, based on the wayStar Wars Outlaws' most recent gameplay footage is pieced together, it can be assumed that this particular skill is taught by Quint, the Expert Weequay gunslinger and sheriff of Wayfar on Tatooine.
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.
