Kay Vess and Nix are back, kinda! Star Wars Outlaws made its way to the Nintendo Switch 2 last month and it’s been a thrilling return for the pair almost a year out from the original game’s launch. Hailed as the first open world Star Wars game, I’ve been enjoying the convenience of playing it on the go. The port joins the line-up alongside the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC versions.
For those unaware, Star Wars Outlaws foregoes the usual Star Wars caper – the Jedi and Sith are moved to the margins, if that, and we get to experience a grittier take on a galaxy far, far away. Kay Vess and her faithfully iconic little companion Nix are on a mission to make a name for themselves in the criminal underworld only things don’t quite go according to plan. Soon, she’s navigating tense relationships with criminal factions and preparing to pull off a massive heist, which will change the course of her life .
During my original playthrough, I was instantly smitten with the latest Star Wars weird little guy – Nix, but of course Kay Vess’s story pulled me in just as easily. With themes of found family and an enviable plight to be independent, it’s hard not to be instantly along for the ride. This is the scoundrel fantasy many Star Wars fans have been begging for. Complete with space combat, blaster battles and even sabacc tournaments, even the galaxy’s outer rim is as lively as ever.
The Nintendo Switch 2 edition of the game does feature touchscreen functionality in handheld mode, along with gyroscope-assisted aiming. There is also an optimised handheld mode that makes playing on the go feel just as good, thankfully. During my time with the game I even found myself eager to curl up on the couch with my Switch 2 so I could play the game in handheld mode.
It’s definitely worth noting that while Star Wars Outlaws does run incredibly well on the Nintendo Switch 2, there are some trade-offs compared to PC and other consoles. During my time with the game, I did notice some of the graphical differences, yet unlike other ports here, the quality still holds up surprisingly well with mostly pop-in and some loss of graphical fidelity being the trade-off.
Players will not only get the main game but the accompanying Season Pass DLC featuring additional story content, including some iconic characters from across the series, as well as multiple packs of cosmetics.
- Jabba’s Gambit mission
- Kessel Runner cosmetic pack
- The Hunter’s Legacy bundle
- The Cartel Ronin bundle
- Two story packs:
- In Star Wars Outlaws: Wild Card, Kay is hired to infiltrate a high-stakes Sabacc tournament. As she crosses paths with the notorious high roller Lando Calrissian, she soon learns that another game is being played. Players must complete the Gunsmith and The High Roller quest from the base game before the story pack can be played. Owners will also receive the Hunter’s Legacy Bundle and Cartel Ronin Bundle.
- Star Wars Outlaws: A Pirate’s Fortune takes players on an adventure filled with pirates and lost treasures. Kay and Nix must team up with Hondo Ohnaka as they face off against Stinger Tash and her Rokana Raiders, infiltrating the Khepi Tomb to uncover the secrets and hidden treasures it holds. Along the way, they’ll discover the Miyuki Trade League who offer new rewards for the Trailblazer in exchange for smuggling dangerous goods across the galaxy. Players must complete the main storyline from the base game before the story pack can be played. Owners will also receive the Naboo Nobility and Desert Nomad cosmetic packs.
There is currently no option to purchase just the main game. For Nintendo Switch 2 players looking to test out the game, there is a free demo for Star Wars Outlaws available now, meaning you can get a taste of the action and see for yourself how the game runs on the console.
Star Wars Outlaws isn’t the only Ubisoft game making its Nintendo Switch 2 debut. Assassin’s Creed Shadows has also been officially revealed as coming to the console on December 2 after its original launch earlier this year.
The Star Wars Outlaws Gold Edition is available now on Nintendo Switch 2 for $89.95 AUD.
