Summary
Ubisoft’sStar Wars Outlawsfeatures a $110 Gold Edition and a $130 Ultimate Edition, and some fans are not happy about what they are getting for those high prices. The more expensive editions ofStar Wars Outlawsinclude premium benefits that have become commonplace in recent years.
Following a previousStar Wars Outlawsleak, Ubisoft recently confirmed that the action-adventure game is set to release on August 30. Ubisoft’s title marks the first AAAStar Warsgame not controlled by EA since Disney acquired Lucasfilm, giving fans hope thatStar Wars Outlawswill move away from the more frustrating tactics employed by EA. While that could certainly still be true, it seems that fans still have to grapple with pre-order bonuses that some are already frustrated with.
Fans whopre-orderStar Wars Outlaws' $110 Gold Editionreceive three days of early access and a season pass that includes two post-launch story DLCs, the Jabba’s Gambit mission available at launch, and the Kessel Runner Character cosmetic pack. The $130 Ultimate Edition includes all that plus two more cosmetic bundles and a digital art book. Reddit user Ketsukoni posted a thread to theStar Wars-themed subreddit Saltierthankrayt expressing their frustration at the news. Commenting fans shared similar opinions, while others said they were not surprised at Ubisoft’s pre-order tactic.
Early access periods and cosmetic items have become common and expensive pre-order bonuses for AAA games, but locking an exclusive mission at launch that features an iconic character like Jabba the Hut behind a $40 season pass is understandably frustrating. As usual, users who don’t want to fork over the extra money can buyOutlaws' standard $70 edition that includes the base game only. It’s very likely that the season pass will eventually go on sale as a separate purchase sometime down the road, so standard edition owners willing to wait a while probably aren’t out of luck.
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Fans who are on the fence with pre-ordering Ubisoft’s next game and happen to be upgrading their PC soon can receive a free copy ofStar Wars Outlawsafter pre-ordering certain Intel processorsin its 14th generation line. This promotion is available until July 31.
As for other recent news, it was revealed thatStar Wars Outlawsfeatures a cameo from Lady Qi’ra, who was played byGame of Thrones' Emilia Clarke inSolo: A Star Wars Story. However, Clarke will not be reprising her role as the character.
Star Wars Outlaws
WHERE TO PLAY
Experience the first-ever open world Star Wars game and explore distinct planets across the galaxy, both iconic and new. Risk it all as Kay Vess, an emerging scoundrel seeking freedom and the means to start a new life. Fight, steal, & outwit your way through the galaxy’s crime syndicates as you join the galaxy’s most wanted. If you’re willing to take the risk, the galaxy is full of opportunity.DISCOVER A GALAXY OF OPPORTUNITYExplore distinct planets with bustling cities and cantinas before racing across sprawling outdoor landscapes on your speeder. Each planet brings new adventures, unique challenges, and enticing rewards if you’re willing to take the risk.EXPERIENCE AN ORIGINAL SCOUNDREL STORYLive the high-stakes lifestyle of an outlaw. With Nix by your side, turn any situation to your advantage: fight with your blaster, overcome enemies with stealth and gadgets, or find the right moments to distract enemies and gain the upper hand.EMBARK ON HIGH-STAKES MISSIONSTake on high-risk, high-reward missions from the galaxy’s crime syndicates. Steal valuable goods, infiltrate secret locations, and outwit enemies as one of the galaxy’s most wanted. Every choice you make influences your ever-changing reputation.JUMP INTO THE PILOT SEATPilot your ship, The Trailblazer, as you engage in thrilling dogfights with The Empire and other foes, finding the right opportunities to chase, evade, and attack to get the upper hand.
