Star Wars Outlaws Joins Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Roster

Buckle up, scoundrels! The galaxy’s underbelly just got a lot more accessible as Star Wars Outlaws, the open-world adventure from Ubisoft, has officially landed on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. This is fantastic news for anyone who’s been eyeing Kay Vess’s journey through the Outer Rim but perhaps waited for the right moment to jump in.

What changed most: The biggest shift is the game’s direct availability to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers, making it an immediate play for a vast audience. This comes at a time when the game has reportedly received significant quality-of-life updates, aiming to provide the best experience since its initial launch.

  • Platforms: PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Amazon Luna (Game Pass availability on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Cloud streaming)
  • Release: Original release (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S); Game Pass Ultimate release
  • Price: Included with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription ($29.99 USD/month). Standalone Standard Edition: $69.99.
  • Developer: Massive Entertainment – A Ubisoft Studio
  • Genre: Action-adventure, Open-world

Star Wars Outlaws thrusts players into the role of Kay Vess, an emerging scoundrel accompanied by her loyal companion Nix, a Merqaal. Set between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, it’s the first-ever open-world Star Wars game, focusing on the criminal underworld rather than Jedi heroics. You’ll navigate bustling cities, cantinas, and sprawling landscapes across various planets, engaging in high-stakes missions for the galaxy’s crime syndicates. The gameplay involves a mix of blaster combat, stealth, gadget use, and dogfights in your ship, the Trailblazer, as you build your reputation and seek freedom.

Ready to see Kay and Nix in action? You can check out the official gameplay trailer for Star Wars Outlaws on YouTube:

The arrival of Star Wars Outlaws on Game Pass Ultimate has certainly stirred the community. While the game initially faced a mixed reception at launch, many agree that subsequent updates from Ubisoft and Massive Entertainment have significantly improved the experience. One commenter on X, in response to the Game Pass announcement, noted, “It’s an imperfect game for sure, but it’s still pretty fun — and if you have the Xbox Game Pass sub anyway, then you can’t beat the price”. However, some players remain divided, with discussions on social media platforms showcasing a range of opinions from “Horrible game” to appreciating its “fun intergalactic heist adventure”.

If you’re an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscriber and have been curious about experiencing the life of a scoundrel in a galaxy far, far away, now is undoubtedly the best time to jump into Star Wars Outlaws. With the game in its most polished state to date and included in your subscription, there’s little to lose. It offers a unique perspective on the Star Wars universe, focusing on the grit and grime of the underworld, which is a refreshing change from lightsabers and the Force. For those who appreciate open-world exploration and high-stakes heists, Kay Vess’s adventure is definitely worth a look.