‘Star Wars Outlaws’ can’t come fast enough following glowing first gameplay reveal

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The first open-world game in the Star Wars franchise is coming soon. Touted as a “scoundrel fantasy,” Star Wars Outlaws has finally dropped some tasty teasers as to what fans and gamers can expect from it. From Massive Entertainment and Ubisoft, the game is expected to drop in 2024, but when exactly?

Star Wars has been spoiling us recently, with The Mandalorian, Andor, and Ahsoka still to come, fans have been getting full-on content from the beloved sci-fi franchise. Now, though, there is a new offering making its way to the buffet table; Star Wars Outlaws is inviting us to join in on the action in the franchise’s first open-world game (although other games have had an element of open-ended play before).

Players take the role of Kay Vess, a character that sounds somewhat reminiscent of the lovable ruffian Han Solo, as she navigates a world that falls between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi.  

“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, along with her companion, Nix. Fight, steal, and outwit your way through the galaxy’s crime syndicates as you join the galaxy’s most wanted.”

So, as we aren’t taking on the role of a Jedi, players will have to rely on wit and street smarts to get through this game. No fancy lightsaber spinning or throwing objects using the Force for players here, then. What you do get to make up for this is Kay’s animal companion Nix, whom you can direct to do your bidding in certain scenarios. Together, the duo have to pull off an elaborate heist in the Outer Rim, all while avoiding the attention of The Empire.

Ubisoft finally released gameplay footage at its Forward Event,