Ubisoft's announcement of an open-world Star Wars game sparked excitement among fans, curious to see the franchise's potential post-EA exclusivity. Surprisingly, the unveiling of Star Wars Outlaws came sooner than expected, with a release planned for the following year. This anticipated title is set to offer a range of engaging experiences, from seamless galactic exploration to thrilling dynamic combat, fulfilling the long-held dreams of many Star Wars enthusiasts.
Within Star Wars Outlaws, players can immerse themselves in the gritty underworld of the galaxy, following the daring adventures of smuggler Kay Vess as she navigates various crime syndicates. Spanning across five distinct syndicates, each poses its own unique set of challenges. Interestingly, one particular syndicate holds the potential to reintroduce a character of significance from a Star Wars spin-off film, stirring up lingering questions surrounding their whereabouts.
Star Wars Outlaws Could Feature Solo's Qi'ra
Star Wars' spin-off film endeavors may have been short-lived, but they did yield some notable highlights for the franchise. While 2018's Solo, one of the two films under the Star Wars Story banner, is often overlooked, it should be noted that this film still made significant contributions to the Star Wars canon. One aspect that resonated with many fans was the character Qi'ra, Han Solo's childhood friend and love interest. Qi'ra's entanglement with the Crimson Dawn crime syndicate, eventually rising to second-in-command under Darth Maul's leadership, left a lasting impression.
Following the release of Solo, the quests surrounding Qi'ra and Crimson Dawn remained unanswered for years, until the Star Wars comics took up the storyline between Episode 5 and 6. These comics further developed Qi'ra's character and filled in crucial gaps in her story. Now, Star Wars Outlaws has the opportunity to continue this narrative by incorporating Qi'ra into its own tale. Although limited information is available about the game's plot, the revelation of Star Wars Outlaws offers hints about the state of the galaxy, providing an opportunity for Qi'ra to intersect with the ambitious Kay Vess.
How Qi'ra Could Factor Into Star Wars Outlaws
In Star Wars Outlaws, the reveal of Han Solo frozen in carbonite, accompanied by a Hutt Clan member, likely suggests that the game takes place after the War of the Bounty Hunters comic. In this storyline, Qi'ra stole Solo's body, causing chaos among criminal factions in the galaxy. If this is the case, the game could potentially feature Kay encountering Qi'ra while on a mission, either aligned with or opposing Crimson Dawn. This could lead to a conflict between Kay and Qi'ra, potentially resulting in Kay reluctantly learning from the experienced scoundrel or becoming her sworn enemy.
Star Wars Outlaws intends to offer fans an unprecedented gaming experience, unlike anything the franchise has ever witnessed. With its thrilling ship combat and expansive open world, Ubisoft is poised to deliver something truly distinctive. While fans already have a general understanding of Outlaw's storyline, there is a wealth of hidden potential waiting to be unveiled. Qi'ra is not the sole Star Wars character poised to reclaim the spotlight, and the inclusion of Emilia Clarke in Outlaws' cast would undoubtedly be advantageous, although it remains uncertain if she will make an appearance at all. The release date for Star Wars Outlaws is slated for 2024.
