Part 4/8:
The Gameplay Experience and Key Issues
Star Wars Outlaws garnered criticism not just for its lackluster launch, but also for issues present in the game itself. Reviewers noted that despite initially intriguing concepts, the gameplay fell short of expectations. Complaints of tedious stealth sections and broken mechanics plagued the release, significantly undermining its potential success. Players reported game-breaking bugs, with some even losing their saved progress due to patch issues.
Many had hoped that the game would present a new direction for Star Wars storytelling, pulling away from the typical Jedi-centric narratives. However, the execution left much to be desired, leading many to view it as ‘dead on arrival’.