April 10 (Portaltic/EP) –
Ubisoft and Lucasfilm Games have announced the launch of their new video game Star Wars Outlaws, the first open-world title in the Star Wars saga, which will be made available to players on August 30th to live adventures with the cunning hustler Kay Vess.
The video game developer unveiled this title in June 2023, within the framework of the event Xbox Game Showcasea new installment of the popular galactic saga, which immerses the player in a story starring smugglers, set between the films The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi.
In this framework, Ubisoft has announced that users will be able to embody the protagonist of the story Kay Vess and explore unique planets throughout the Galaxy, from August 30ththe date on which the video game will be launched globally.
As the company has detailed in a statement, Star Wars Outlaws will be available for Xbox Seriesx X|S consoles, PlayStation 5, Amazon Luna and for Windows PC, through Ubisoft Connect.
In addition, Ubisoft has also shared new details about the history of the video game and the hustler Kay Vess, who will share exploits with his partner Nix to obtain the necessary resources and crew to “deliver their final blow.”
At a time when the forces of the Empire are distracted by a rebellion that will not surrender, the Kay's thief talent catches the attention of criminal syndicate leader Zerek Besh, Sliro.. In this sense, as the only option to escape from Sliro and his threats, the protagonist will be forced to explore the underworld of the galaxydealing with legendary criminal organizations, such as the Pyke Syndicate and the Hutt Cartel, to gain their support and “deliver one of the greatest hits of all time.”
In fact, as shown in the trailer, in this new installment they will also participate well-known characters of the saga as the evil leader of the Hutt Cartel, Jabba the Hutt.
Thus, players will be able to visit different places, both new and iconic. It is the case of the city of Canto Bight and the planets Kijimi, Tatooine and Akiva. In these scenarios, Kay will be able explore and travel “immense landscapes” in your speederas well as pilot your ship, the Trailblazer“through unexplored corners of space”, in addition to overcome aerial combat against the Empire and other enemies.
Likewise, the company has also announced that, for those users subscribed to Ubisoft+ or who purchase the Gold or Ultimate editions of the gameyou can enjoy a up to three days early access. Likewise, players who reserve the video game before August 30 will obtain the 'Kessel Runner Bonus Pack'which includes cosmetic items for Kay's speeder and her Trailblazer ship.
With all this, the version Star Wars Outlaws standard can be purchased from 69.99 euros. Regarding the version Gold Edition, will be launched for 109.99 euros and finally, the Ultimate Edition will be priced at 129.99 euros.
