Ubisoft’s upcoming open-world action game, Star Wars Outlaws, is set to plunge players into the gritty underbelly of the galaxy far, far away. We’ve gleaned exciting details about the game from an interview with Narrative Director Navid Khavari by Kotaku. One of these details is of the syndicates who are operating in the galaxy and will remember if you were kind or wronged them.
Players will step into the boots of Kay Vess, a cunning scoundrel navigating the treacherous landscape of the Outer Rim. According to the interview, the game begins during the Battle of Hoth, painting a vivid picture of a fractured Rebel Alliance and a reeling Empire. This volatile setting grants a way for the syndicates to operate.
The interview didn’t mention much about the syndicates themselves, but we know who they are from other articles. The Pyke Syndicate, infamous for their spice trade and ruthless tactics, casts a long shadow over the Outer Rim. Their influence bleeds into Kay’s life, forcing her to tread cautiously between their demands and her own ambitions.
The enigmatic Ashiga Clan is a bit more mysterious, with whispers of dark Jedi practices and cold-blooded executions. Their motives remain unclear, but their presence adds a layer of chilling intrigue to the galaxy.
“Players can use quests with each of the syndicates to manage Kay’s reputation, which will impact the jobs they offer and the impact they’ll have on throughout the story. Each player will have a different profile with each of the syndicates based on how they’ve interacted with them over the course of her journey.”
Navid Khavari
Kay’s reputation will ripple across the galaxy, shaping how people on different planets react to her. A daring heist on Nar Shaddaa might earn her respect from the Hutts, while the same act could brand her a pariah on the peaceful Corellia. You can use this to play these factions against each other. This dynamic interplay between player actions and planetary reactions adds a layer of depth and consequence to every choice.
The galaxy after the Battle of Hoth is a powder keg waiting to explode. The Empire’s grip tightens, desperate to crush any rebellion. Meanwhile, the remaining Rebel forces lick their wounds, plotting their next move. This charged atmosphere forms the backdrop for Kay’s adventures, ensuring that every encounter and every decision carries the weight of a galaxy on the brink.
