Ubisoft recently shared the first in a planned series of developer updates for Star Wars Outlaws, announcing numerous upcoming improvements for the open-world game. These updates aim to address various foundational elements that players found lacking. With so many planned changes, some fans are left feeling conflicted, especially those who enjoyed the game at launch and now see Ubisoft recognizing areas for improvement that could have enhanced their initial experience.
Drew Rechner, the new creative director, took the lead on this update, succeeding Julian Gerighty, who is now focused on The Division 3. Rechner pointed out that feedback from fans has already led to recent fixes, such as improvements to stealth mechanics in specific missions. However, he emphasized that there are still significant aspects the team wants to refine in future updates to enhance the overall gameplay experience.
Rechner outlined three main areas of focus for these improvements. First, he mentioned combat, with a goal to add more depth and excitement, rewarding players for their tactics and precision.
Next, he highlighted the need for better stealth mechanics, aiming to improve how enemies detect players and to give players more choice in approaching each encounter. Finally, he spoke about enhancing character controls, specifically in making cover mechanics more reliable and improving the responsiveness of actions like climbing and crouching.
Ubisoft plans to provide more details about these changes in the coming weeks, leading up to the release of title update 1.4 on November 21. This update will launch alongside the game’s first downloadable content and its debut on Steam. Rechner emphasized that the team wants to empower players with more options, allowing them to choose between stealth, direct combat, or a mix of strategies.
For players who played Star Wars Outlaws shortly after its launch, the announcement is both promising and slightly disappointing. Some early players now feel they missed out on a potentially more polished experience, especially as Ubisoft acknowledges that the game has room for improvement. While the planned updates are a positive development for future players, those who already completed the game may be left wondering if they experienced it too early to see its full potential.
