In a preview chat for “Star Wars Outlaws,” hosts Ian and Jim shared their enthusiastic impressions after four hours of gameplay, highlighting the game’s immersive open-world experience reminiscent of Grand Theft Auto and other Ubisoft titles. While they praised the engaging side missions and attention to detail, they noted some frustrations with the checkpointing system, but overall expressed optimism about the game’s narrative focus on lesser-known characters within the Star Wars universe.
In a recent preview chat about the upcoming game “Star Wars Outlaws,” hosts Ian and Jim shared their hands-on impressions after playing for four hours at a press event. Jim expressed his excitement, noting that the game felt like a dream come true for fans who have always wanted a Star Wars experience akin to a Grand Theft Auto-style game. He highlighted the immersive nature of the game, emphasizing how it captures the essence of being in the Star Wars universe, making him eager for its release.
The game is described as having a distinct Ubisoft open-world style, with elements reminiscent of other Ubisoft titles like “Far Cry” and “Watchdogs.” Jim mentioned engaging in various activities within the open world, including flying into space and completing side missions that felt substantial and well-scripted, akin to main story quests. The world was bustling with NPC interactions, providing players with numerous side missions and activities that contribute to the overall experience.
While exploring the open world, the hosts also noted the attention to detail, even mentioning the presence of toilets in the game, which added a humorous touch to their discussion. They compared the game’s world to “The Outer Worlds,” highlighting that while it is not a vast open world like “No Man’s Sky,” it offers a rich environment to explore with a variety of activities. The game strikes a balance between a smaller, more focused area and a sense of a larger universe.
However, they did encounter some frustrations, particularly with the checkpointing system, which they felt could be improved. Jim shared an experience of having to redo lengthy tasks after dying, which disrupted the flow of gameplay. Despite these issues, they acknowledged that such complaints are minor and can likely be addressed before the game’s release.
Overall, the hosts conveyed a sense of optimism about “Star Wars Outlaws,” comparing its narrative focus on the everyday struggles of lesser-known characters to the acclaimed series “Andor.” They appreciated the game’s ability to maintain the Star Wars feel while focusing on smaller stories rather than epic Jedi battles. With its blend of open-world exploration and engaging side quests, the game has generated considerable anticipation among fans, and they look forward to further gameplay and content upon its release.