Unleashing the Force: Why Star Wars Outlaws Could Learn from Assassin's Creed

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Star Wars Outlaws incorporates gameplay mechanics from both GTA and Assassin's Creed, with a focus on stealth and the ability to reduce the player's wanted level.

The faction reputation system in the game could greatly benefit from the incorporation of Assassin's Creed's social stealth mechanics, enabling players to seamlessly blend into their surroundings to evade detection.

By incorporating parkour and climbing elements inspired by Assassin's Creed, the gameplay could be enhanced, granting players the skill to effortlessly maneuver across rooftops and buildings as a means to flee or prevent conflicts.

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, released earlier this year, received positive feedback for its continuation of Cal Kestis' story and improved Jedi combat mechanics. Now, Ubisoft and Massive Entertainment aim to enhance the Star Wars Outlaws open-world game, with elements similar to the popular GTA franchise. The protagonist, Kay Vess, is a rookie scoundrel navigating the galactic underworld with her animal partner, Nix. Through various missions, Kay strives to build a better life. Exciting gameplay features include stealth mechanics, where Kay silently maneuvers through a factory and executes stealth takedowns. She also utilizes Nix to manipulate objects, distract guards, and even obtain weapons, compensating for her lack of Force abilities in a charming manner. Given Kay's ordinary human status, the inclusion of Assassin's Creed-inspired gameplay features has generated anticipation among fans.

Star Wars Outlaws and Assassin's Creed's Stealth are a Match Made in Heaven

Stealth and Assassin's Creed go hand in hand, and in Star Wars Outlaws, the latest Ubisoft game, stealth is a major aspect of gameplay. The Faction Reputation system in Star Wars Outlaws creates opportunities for an enhanced stealth experience. In the trailer, we see Kay running to her ship, facing an increased wanted level for refusing to bribe an Imperial officer. Taking inspiration from Assassin's Creed's social stealth, players can blend into their surroundings, such as crowds, buildings, and bushes, to lower their notoriety level. This mechanic could greatly enhance the gameplay of Star Wars Outlaws.

With the addition of crowd elements, Kay can also eavesdrop on informants, tail targets, and pickpocket items. It would be fantastic to have a feature that allows Kay to destroy wanted posters and reduce her notoriety. Creative mechanics, like pushing down a stall on the street while escaping from the law, or using weapons such as Assassin's Creed Mirage's smoke bombs, could provide distractions for pursuers as Kay makes her getaway.

Star Wars Outlaws' reputation system influences the factions' response to Kay, often in an adversarial manner. Incorporating parkour, similar to Assassin's Creed, would enhance gameplay. The ability to maneuver efficiently by leaping between rooftops and finding sanctuary within buildings could prove invaluable for Kay, whether to evade conflict or seek refuge in urgent situations. While not requiring the audacious feats of scaling monuments as seen in Assassin's Creed, some degree of climbing would greatly benefit the outlaw's skills. Despite not possessing the same level of athleticism as an Assassin, the capability to traverse rooftops would be a valuable addition to Kay's abilities.

Additionally, Star Wars Outlaws offers an extensive space combat and travel system, as revealed in the footage of Kay's escape from Toshara. These glimpses showcase intense battles reminiscent of games like Star Wars Squadrons. The trailer exhibits a game that retains the fundamental aspects of the Star Wars universe but with a rebellious twist. Incorporating elements from Assassin's Creed into Star Wars Outlaws would significantly enhance the overall experience.

Star Wars Outlaws releases in 2024 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.