New Star Wars Outlaws creative director shares details on game’s ‘biggest update yet’

Ubisoft has unveiled the details of the "biggest update" yet for its highly anticipated Star Wars Outlaws game. The upcoming patch promises to deliver significant improvements to the game's combat, stealth, and character control mechanics, aiming to enhance the overall player experience.

Unlocking the Full Potential of Star Wars Outlaws

Revamping the Combat System

Ubisoft Massive's Drew Rechner, the newly appointed creative director for Star Wars Outlaws, has outlined the team's primary focus on enhancing the game's combat system. "The first key area of improvement to the game is combat, where we see a real opportunity to add more depth and excitement to the experience, further rewarding your tactics and precision," Rechner stated. By refining the combat mechanics, the developers aim to provide players with a more immersive and rewarding combat experience, one that truly captures the essence of the Star Wars universe.The combat overhaul will likely introduce new combat techniques, improved enemy AI, and a more responsive and intuitive control scheme. Players can expect to be challenged with a wider array of enemy types, each requiring unique strategies and approaches to overcome. The goal is to create a combat system that not only looks visually stunning but also offers a satisfying and strategic gameplay experience.

Enhancing Stealth Mechanics

Stealth has always been a crucial element in the Star Wars Outlaws experience, and the upcoming update aims to further refine this aspect of the game. "Our second key area is stealth, which is not only about improving the readability and consistency of enemy detection, but also providing choice in how you want to approach each encounter," Rechner explained.By addressing the readability and consistency of enemy detection, the developers hope to provide players with a more reliable and predictable stealth system. This will allow for a greater sense of control and agency, as players can strategize their approach to each encounter based on their preferred playstyle. Whether it's a stealthy takedown, a diversionary tactic, or a full-frontal assault, the updated stealth mechanics will offer players more flexibility and options.

Improving Character Controls

The third key focus area for the update is the refinement of the game's character controls. "Finally, our third key area of focus is centered around the character controls, which means improving the reliability of cover, increasing the responsiveness of climbing and crouching, and generally improving the consistency of the controls overall," Rechner revealed.By addressing the reliability and responsiveness of the character controls, the developers aim to create a more seamless and intuitive gameplay experience. Players can expect smoother transitions between cover, more precise climbing mechanics, and a more consistent overall control scheme. These improvements will not only enhance the game's accessibility but also contribute to a heightened sense of immersion and player agency.

Preparing for the Steam Release and Beyond

The upcoming Title Update 1.4 for Star Wars Outlaws is set to arrive on November 21, coinciding with the game's highly anticipated Steam release and the launch of its first story DLC, Wild Card. This update represents a significant step forward in Ubisoft's efforts to refine and enhance the game's core mechanics, addressing the feedback and concerns raised by the community.The decision to delay the release of Assassin's Creed Shadows, originally scheduled for this November, was influenced by the reception to Star Wars Outlaws. Ubisoft acknowledged that the game was not as polished as it should have been and has underperformed commercially. With this update, the company aims to address these issues and position Star Wars Outlaws for a stronger performance during the holiday season and beyond.As players eagerly await the arrival of Title Update 1.4, the anticipation for the game's continued evolution and improvement is palpable. Ubisoft's commitment to addressing the community's feedback and enhancing the core gameplay experience is a testament to their dedication to delivering a truly immersive and engaging Star Wars adventure.