Star Wars Outlaws, the highly anticipated offline single-player game released over two months ago, has taken a significant turn with the introduction of a new creative director, Drew Rechner. Ubisoft, the French powerhouse behind the game, is now focusing its efforts on transforming Star Wars Outlaws into a continually evolving experience, reminiscent of a live-service model.

In a recent developer update, Rechner expressed his enthusiasm for steering the project alongside the dedicated talent at Massive Entertainment and their global co-development studios, in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games. He takes the helm after Julian Gerighty, known for his work on The Division 2.

Areas of Improvement

As part of ongoing updates, Rechner outlined three primary areas where improvements are planned: combat, stealth, and character responsiveness.

Enhanced Combat Experience

One of the highlighted areas is combat, where the team aims to add depth and excitement. The goal is to better reward players for tactical gameplay and precise actions, which promises to amplify the thrill of engagements in the Star Wars universe.

Improved Stealth Mechanics

Stealth gameplay is set to see a significant overhaul, with a focus on improving the clarity and consistency of enemy detection. This also includes offering players more choices in how they approach different encounters, thereby enhancing the strategic aspects of gameplay.

Responsive Character Controls

The final key area of focus will be on the character controls. This includes improving the reliability of cover mechanics, enhancing the responsiveness of climbing and crouching actions, and ensuring a smoother overall control experience.

Looking ahead, Star Wars Outlaws is gearing up for its third major title update, which is set to release on November 21. This update comes just in time for the game’s launch on Steam and the introduction of its first story pack DLC, further showcasing Ubisoft’s commitment to enhancing the player experience.

Despite facing challenges—most notably disappointing sales that led to the delay of Assassin's Creed Shadows by four months—there's a sense of optimism around the game. The potential for improvements could elevate Star Wars Outlaws from a good game to a great one. As developments unfold, it remains to be seen whether these adjustments will effectively address the existing flaws or if deeper issues lie beneath the surface.

Stay tuned for more updates on this thrilling journey through the galaxy as Ubisoft aims to shape a worthy addition to the Star Wars franchise!