Ubisoft’s upcoming game, “Star Wars Outlaws,” set to release on August 30, 2024, has stirred discussions among gamers with its decision to lock an exclusive mission behind a paid season pass. This exclusive mission, known as “Jabba’s Gambit,” involves the character Kay Vess and her interaction with the infamous Jabba the Hutt, linking directly to a debt owed by her crew member ND-5. This mission, along with additional narrative expansions and cosmetic packs, will only be accessible to players who purchase either the Gold or Ultimate editions of the game or opt into Ubisoft’s Premium service.
The game itself promises an expansive open-world adventure across the Star Wars universe, offering a rich storyline and dynamic gameplay. Players stepping into the role of Kay Vess will navigate the galaxy’s criminal underbelly, engaging in high-risk missions and strategic combat. Despite the allure of such gameplay, the decision to place significant content behind an additional paywall has drawn criticism. Fans express concerns over the growing trend of segregating game content through premium passes, which may restrict complete access to the narrative unless additional money is spent.
Star Wars Outlaws, developed by Massive Entertainment and published by Ubisoft, is set in the iconic Star Wars universe and promises an expansive open-world experience. Slated for release on August 30, 2024, the game allows players to embark on intergalactic adventures as Kay Vess, a character navigating the perils of a galaxy far, far away. The Gold and Ultimate editions of the game not only grant three days of early access but also come bundled with the season pass, which features additional narrative content, including two post-launch expansions and the exclusive Jabba’s Gambit mission.
While the inclusion of significant content behind a paywall has been a contentious issue, Ubisoft defends this approach by highlighting the added value these editions provide. Players who opt for these versions will gain not only early access to the game but also an enriched gameplay experience with several exclusive features
Jabba’s Gambit involves a storyline where the character ND-5 owes a debt to Jabba the Hutt, and Kay must handle the consequences. This mission, along with other season pass content such as the Kessel Runner Character Pack, adds layers of depth and customization to the gaming experience, offering new stories, quests, and areas to explore.
