The Best Cameos In Star Wars Outlaws - September 2024

Key Takeaways

Star Wars Outlaws features tasteful cameos from several famous characters from the franchise.
Characters like Temmin Wexley, Jabba the Hutt, and Han Solo make an appearance.
One of the most iconic moments happens at the end of the game, featuring a well-known villain from the franchise.

As a long-time Star Wars enthusiast and avid gamer, let me tell you, I’ve been blown away by the latest addition to the franchise – Star Wars Outlaws. This game has taken my love for both worlds to new heights!

In various Star Wars video games, each player seeks unique experiences. The game Star Wars Outlaws, however, offers an open-world setting where players assume the character of Kay Vess, a young woman aiming to establish herself in the criminal underworld. Notably absent are Jedis, and the gameplay primarily focuses on stealth tactics

Star Wars Rebels deviates from the typical playstyle in other Star Wars games, yet it doesn’t shy away from nostalgia with a few recognizable appearances that will delight fans. These references are handled subtly, and now let’s discuss some of the standout ones. Be warned, there are spoilers ahead

7 Temmin Wexley

An Unexpected Cameo From The New Trilogy

In the Star Wars Outlaws, Temmin Wexley could seem like a fresh face. He’s set to make an appearance on Akiva and serves as one of the skilled characters players can hire in this game. Newcomers can learn from him, acquiring various abilities. Initially, Temmin focuses on enhancing the Speeder, allowing players to traverse larger expanses of water

If you’ve been keeping an eye on names in the new Star Wars trilogy, starting with Star Wars Episode 7: The Force Awakens, you might recognize Temmin as one of the pilots who aids Poe in the Rebel Alliance. Although he appears older in the films, it’s important to note that these characters are actually the same person. It’s intriguing to see how Ubisoft incorporated this relatively unknown character into a cameo, which is often a treat for dedicated fans

6 Jabba The Hutt

The OG Crime Lord

Jabba the Hutt is one of the cameos that was heavily previewed in trailers leading up to the release of the game. It makes sense given the period in Star Wars and the Hutt Cartel is one of the most well-known criminal organizations within the Star Wars canon. Alongside Jabba the Hutt is of course his pet, Salacious B. Crumb, and advisor, Bib Fortuna, along with familiar soldiers within his palace like the Gamorrean Guards and the Rancor which is one of the few bosses in the game.

On the desert planet of Tatooine, where Jabba the Hutt typically dwells without much wandering, players have opportunities to encounter him during narrative quests. Following these main missions, additional tasks also become available, some of which are assignments given by Bib Fortuna himself

5 Han Solo

Too Early To Save A Fellow Outlaw

Inside Jabba the Hutt’s palace, a prized acquisition from “Star Wars Episode 5: The Empire Strikes Back” can be found – Han Solo, encased in carbonite. Although he stands there in all his former glory, he remains motionless due to being frozen. This appearance is more of an Easter Egg than a cameo as Han doesn’t engage with anyone (specifically Kay) and his presence overall is minimal

If the slab hadn’t appeared in the game, fans would undoubtedly have been disappointed. It’s truly heart-wrenching to see Han’s character in such a state, frozen in stasis as we can barely fathom what it might feel like

4 Lando Calrissian

An Expert In Gambling And Life

Lando Calrissian showcases his expertise in the game, known as the High Roller among the group. To acquire him, players need to engage in a round of Kessel Sabacc within Star Wars Outlaws. The complexity of this game depends on the selected difficulty settings in the options menu

Although Billy Dee Williams doesn’t portray him, Lindsay Owen Pierre imbues Lando with an impressive presence that fits well. In the background, this task eventually leads Kay to rejoin the Rebel Alliance, gunning down Stormtroopers as she waits for Lando’s arrival. Despite his limited screen time, Lando’s skill set is a valuable addition to the Expert menu

3 Boba Fett

An Easily Missable Cameo

In the movie “Star Wars Outlaws,” Boba Fett’s cameo is quite elusive and it takes place during the mission titled “Partners.” This is when Kay infiltrates Jabba the Hutt’s Palace. It’s a stealthy operation that might even challenge Solid Snake from “Metal Gear Solid.” The trick here is that players aren’t allowed to utilize Nix as a gameplay option, making the mission all the more challenging

Even without obstacles, players will eventually slip into a vent to evade notice. From within one of these vents, they can clearly observe Boba Fett engaged in conversation with another person in the flesh. On a table, there’s also a hologram. This whole scene unfolds without any dialogue, making it an intriguing Easter Egg that Kay remains silent about

2 Lady Qi’Ra

Crimson Dawn’s Femme Fatale Means Business

In the game “Star Wars Outlaws”, there are four key groups: Crimson Dawn, The Hutt Cartel, The Pyke Syndicate, and The Ashiga Clan. A familiar face is Jabba the Hutt, while Gorak Palas and Queen Ashiga are new additions to the game. Additionally, Lady Qi’Ra is making a return. It’s important to note that although she may be less recognized, Lady Qi’Ra first appeared in a novel preceding Solo: A Star Wars Story, where she later played a significant role. Interestingly, Lady Qi’Ra was romantically involved with Han Solo before she was sold into slavery

Over time, she ascended through the underworld crime scene, joined the group known as Crimson Dawn, served under Darth Maul, and ultimately seized control to rule at the top, much like in the story of Star Wars Outlaws. Lady Qi’Ra exudes an authority that matches Jabba the Hutt’s, demonstrating she is no small-time crook. Instead, she skillfully maneuvers within the criminal world, making this a shrewd choice for those who align with Crimson Dawn in the game. If you decide to support Crimson Dawn throughout the adventure, you will be generously compensated, giving the impression that this is the most accurate path for Star Wars Outlaws

1 Darth Vader

A Quick But Power Demonstration Of His Power

Darth Vader was a surprise along with Boba Fett although the recent video games have tried to shoe him in where needed. The finale of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order comes to mind. Still, it was a treat in Star Wars Outlaws as Darth Vader is used well. He appears in the final ring of missions wherein Kay witnesses a scene between him and Sliro Barsha. It’s at this point that Kay realizes Sliro has been in disguise this whole time as a big-time crime boss when in reality he was part of the Empire all along.

Darth Vader, growing increasingly frustrated because Sliro hasn’t located any Rebels, smashes a glass and uses the shards menacingly towards Sliro. However, in the upcoming final mission, Darth Vader will only appear as a hologram. This scene is striking due to Kay’s confusion, since she has no understanding of who Darth Vader is or what Jedi or The Force entail – highlighting the ignorance most people in the galaxy have about these Jedi matters

2024-09-05 00:55