Star Wars Outlaws (PS5) Review

Among the things I like in Star Wars Outlaws is the world-building, an intricate and interwoven tapestry drawing heavily on the vast Star Wars lore. The story takes place between the events of The Empire is Striking Back in the series and Return of the Jedi. A time that is filled with conflict and tension, as well as the ever-increasing pressure that is the Empire. The period was explored through a range of different media but Star Wars Outlaws explores the dark side, which is a part of the galaxy that is often hinted at, yet rarely thought about.

Gameplay trailer for Star Wars Battlefront 2 featuring intense action and iconic characters from Star Wars Outlaws.

Seamless World-Building: The Fascinating Star Wars Universe

Star Wars Outlaws is much more than an innovative entry into the world of gaming and a celebration of the intricate story that has formed this Star Wars universe for over forty years. It is a new game for players and fans of the universe who buy PS5 games when they come out, even if they are a little on the expensive side. This game is for Star Wars enthusiasts and lore enthusiasts, but even if you are not a fan, you may become one when you get into the engaging Star Wars journey through the galaxy, carefully integrating the canon of the past and new storylines, giving new perspectives, and staying faithful to the core values of the series.

Narrative Design: Expanding the Story by incorporating respect and innovation

Star Wars Outlaws is not just a faithful adaptation, it expands the canon by offering new storylines that feel natural inside the bigger Star Wars story. The design of the narrative is notable in the way it blends familiar characters with brand novel characters and stories.

A screenshot from Star Wars Outlaws featuring a person riding a motorcycle through a vast desert landscape.

Additionally, the presence of the Pykes, as well as The Hutt Cartel and other criminal networks, is tied directly to the lore of The Clone Wars and Solo The Clone Wars: A Star Wars Story. The connections don't just appear marginal; they're integral to the narrative of the game, impacting the dynamics of power and conflict that propel the plot ahead. The depiction of these groups gives depth to the world of the game, which makes it seem like an actual, living part of the Star Wars universe rather than an unconnected narrative.

Remaining True to the Ethos: The Balance Between Tradition and the Latest Technological Advances

What makes Star Wars Outlaws so impressive, is how it balances innovation and tradition. It is a game that abides by the fundamental principles that form Star  Wars. If you buy Star Wars, you will discover, no surprises here, the well-known ethos--hope, rebellion, and the battle between good and evil.

A depiction from Star Wars Outlaws, highlighting a character holding a gun, with a background figure present.

As compared with the other Star Wars games, such as Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic or Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, Outlaws distinguishes itself by its attention to the criminal underworld, and the ability to incorporate new tales with the canon of Star Wars and not feel forced or contrived. In contrast, Knights of the Old Republic explored the past of Star Wars, the Star Wars universe and Fallen Order explored the effects of Order 66, Outlaws is a standout in the highly gritty, ethically complex realm of bounty hunters, smugglers as well as crime Lords.

Concluding The Canonical Masterpiece at Work

Star Wars Outlaws will become a memorable piece in the canon, which not only seamlessly with established Star Wars lore but also enhances the story. With its careful world-building as well as its innovative story design and a profound respect for Star Wars's Star Wars ethos, the game provides both old as well as new players the chance to explore the universe in a manner that's, at the same time familiar, yet refreshingly new.

An individual seated at a table, focused on playing the Star Wars Outlaws video game.

If you've been following the Star Wars saga across movies and TV series, as well as books and comics, buy Star Wars Outlaws because it is an exciting experience that will deepen the legend and open up new possibilities for storytelling within this adored universe. No matter if you're a veteran Star Wars, some kind of scholar, or a simple novice looking to discover the universe far, far away, Outlaws is expected to be a crucial part of The Star Wars canon.

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