So.. I Played Star Wars Outlaws

I recently played Star Wars Outlaws thanks to Ubisoft and in this video, I go over my thoughts on the game, whether the backlash is deserved, or if this game is a surprise.

Timecodes
0:00 - Intro
1:27 - Initial Thoughts and Positives
6:33 - Negatives and Mixed Thoughts
10:15 - Controversy

[ToastedShoes]

The biggest controversy is the fact they never added Klaud to the game

[theaces]

i dont get the issue with the pre order, have people been living under a rock for the last 15 years? there are MANY MANY games that you can pre order the season/expansions before launch, the most recent one i remember was Spiderman 1 on PS4 you could pre order a version that came with the season pass that contained 3 extra story DLCs this is far from a new thing, but of course because its Ubisoft people treat it like its some new evil thing

[Erilis]

It's so refreshing to see a content creator addressing this. I kept thinking, "Am I crazy or does this not look like a terrible game but just an average game? Like, it looks fine not utterly terrible, wtf are people talking about? It's weird to say an average looking AAA game looks like shit as a misguided way of expressing frustration towards a big companies' *other* practices (like how they treat their employees or customers or the preorder shit). Judge something based on its own merits.

Anyway, thanks for at least validating what I've been noticing. people are tone deaf to nuance especially online and I swear it's gotten way worse in recent years compared to, say, the 90s.

[Blessed_Souls]

The UI being in your face is never just a nitpick, and never get into the habit of thinking so. Lest you let them become COD and hire the Hulu guy to design game UI.

[Dyne-uyyy]

when companies attack fans for not liking what they are doing. thats a problem. i would also state that you are wrong private tours of disney, light sabers need to be disclosed andthey weren't . we know first hand the reviews from L.A. play test where ubi had final perview on content. taking anything from them creates inherent bias. the devs aren't the problem the publishers are. I think the game looks fine like you said standard ubisoft fare. but things around it have been shady for sure.

[AdamPayne]

The unfortunate thing about “common sense”, is that it’s no longer common. First time viewer and thanks for your honest views. I’m looking forward to playing this.

[armedhyde]

It's not that I think you're a shill, and it's not even about how you rate the game. The real issue is the influence that marketing has on content creators nowadays. I have no problem with content creators or influencers receiving sponsorships or free review copies, but once that happens, their credibility takes a hit.

In reputable journalism outside of gaming, accepting freebies is often frowned upon, and in some cases, it can even get you fired. My rule of thumb is that when a product or service is received for free, skepticism is warranted because it's human nature to introduce bias.

"You can't have your cake and eat it too.", essentially.

[Reohz]

Appreciate the balanced response, I don't bother with pre-orders any more either. Will see how it is on launch and make a decision after that.

[bulldawgslays]

2:25 all I want from this game is being a fun 7-8 out of 10. That’s all I want

[Randymountaine]

It could of been a 10 out of 10 if they added all the shit people want:
-Free roaming on your ship in space
-Fully customizable character creation (Including alien races)
-Able to be the heart of gold outlaw or the evil villain outlaw (Kill and rob friendly NPC's)
-Able to steal and sell/keep speeders and other space ships
-Detail weapon/Vehicles/gear customization (Think Boba Fett or Cad Bane)
-More like 10 fully realized planets including Nar Shadaa and Coruscant (Main hubs of crime)
-Become a bounty hunter or smuggler and have other bounty hunters hunting YOU throughout the game.

My point is, the game had the framework to be epic, to be something groundbreakingly fun for Star Wars fans, But they picked a safe basic option instead.

[sylntghost]

This was a awesome video. I do want the game but will wait for a sale. The slide animation really bugs me. Also the way she knocks out storm troopers i feel she should have had a club or baton.

[Dylan-zfxh]

If people are mad, and I'm included, its because we're mad that Disney finally has the first go-ahead for an open-world Star Wars game since 1313, and they gave it to Ubisoft, a company notorious for making the same game with each iteration (Farcry) or making huge open worlds with serious bugs (Assassin's Creed lately), and just overall missing the mark (Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon, The Division, Rainbow 6: Siege). And Outlaws just looks like its headed in that "mid" 7/10 direction

[Reohz]

Constructive criticism is the best thing, that's something tangible developers can work with.

[briankinney]

In 2024 and the price of games. Graphics and animations should not look outdated at all. It should look the best it can

[ianrice]

I knew from the getgo it's not game of the year. But I knew that there is fun to be had in the game. All I want is a single player game with story n action n this has it so that's why I getting it. I don't care about paying the money cuz I love gaming n that's where my hobby money goes. So when the game is ready to be played I'll sit back with my big ass 4k TV my ps5 my coffee n enjoy a single player game!

[noctis]

It's a game! When did this all start? Never heard anyone say don't buy Pong on Atari, Burger Time on Intellivision, Double Dribble or on NES, Altered Beast on Genesis, Twisted Metal on Playstation. Seriously when did this LUNACY begin??

[sluproar]

I just preordered this game the day before I watched this video. I purchased the Gold Edition. I am a huge Star Wars fan and absolutely love the Assassins Creed games. I was so worried about pre ordering this game. You get burned more times than not. Usually games are not a finished product. This video made feel much better about my decision. The Gold edition gives early access which coincides with some time off so I jumped. He is so right on reviews either have to be 1 out of 10 or 10 out of 10. You have to be on one side or the other. (Sound familiar at all to how things are in other aspects in life?) Thank you for this video!

[mikehamilton]

Well personally I like most Ubisoft games. I am a huge Star wars fan so I'm sure I'm gonna love it. As far as the pricing. I was paying $60 dollars for Nintendo 64 games back in the day. Shits expensive these days. I preordered the base game. If I love it I will upgrade the base game. I literally just subscribed to you bc I appreciate the honesty. Looking forward to more videos.

[Hamstar]

Thanks and appreciate the review! Will get the game but probably on a sale. May the Force be with you

[bckdrgn]

I'm glad you fairly enjoyed your gameplay, and I'll probably feel about the same as you once I finally play it - it will most definitely be after it goes on sale in a few months. Thanks TOJ