Star Wars Outlaws: A Pirate’s Fortune – New Location, New Characters, New Risks

Star Wars Outlaws: A Pirate’s Fortune is out there now on Xbox Sequence X|S and PC! On this second story pack, Kay Vess and her loyal companion, Nix, staff up with legendary pirate Hondo Ohnaka to seek for misplaced treasures within the Khepi system. Star Wars Outlaws Season Move house owners mechanically have entry to A Pirate’s Fortune, which can also be accessible as a separate buy.

To study extra in regards to the characters you’ll meet, the brand new location, new gear for Kay and Nix, contraband contracts, and extra in A Pirate’s Fortune, we spoke with Affiliate Narrative Director John Bjorling:

Kay and Nix will discover the Khepi system on this story pack. What are you able to inform us in regards to the Khepi system, significantly from a gameplay perspective? 

John Bjorling: With A Pirate’s Fortune, we’re very excited to be including a brand new house area referred to as the Khepi system, the place Kay and Nix enterprise to looking for a legendary treasure. Khepi contains a closely ionized nebula, which presents its personal set of challenges and risks when navigating, because it interferes with not solely the programs of the Trailblazerbut additionally the programming of ND-5, the modified BX-commando droid who works as an enforcer and appears out for the crew. On the coronary heart of the nebula is the mysterious Khepi Tomb, which holds the treasure they search, however is presently below the management of Stinger Tash and her house pirate gang, the Rokana Raiders.   

The Khepi system additionally has another key landmarks, comparable to Hauler’s Hold, which was as soon as a mining station constructed instantly into an asteroid however is now below the management of the Miyuki Commerce League, a smuggling group that collaborates with all syndicates. Except for arcade video games and ship retailers, that is additionally the place Kay and Nix will be capable to tackle contracts from the Commerce League.  

One ultimate location we’re wanting ahead for gamers to discover is the mynock lair, the place gamers will encounter the harmful wildlife first seen in ‘Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Again’. These parasitic, bat-like creatures transfer round in swarms and fix themselves to the Trailblazer, inflicting damageover time till you handle to shake them off. 

Are you able to inform us extra about Hondo Ohnaka, Stinger Tash and the Rokana Raiders?

JB: For longtime Star Wars followers, Hondo Ohnaka virtually wants no introduction – having appeared in ‘Star Wars Rebels’ and the Galaxy’s Edge journey at Disney parks. The legendary Weequay captain is again, with Jim Cummings reprising the function of the quick-witted scoundrel. That is an fascinating time for Hondo, coming between his appearances in ‘Rebels’ and at Galaxy’s Edge, and right now in his life he’s with out a crew or a ship. After Kay receives a message from Hondo meant for the Trailblazer’s former proprietor, Jet Kordo, she jumps to the mysterious new system looking for the treasure for herself. However as soon as confronted with Stinger Tash and her Rokana Raiders, the 2 scoundrels determine to staff as much as tackle the challenges forward.  

Stinger Tash is the chief of the Rokana Raiders, a pirate gang that aspires to greatness as a gaggle. Following their very own model of the pirate code, the raiders make each determination collectively by way of a vote, leading to shared accountability and a excessive diploma of loyalty. With a eager curiosity in historic civilizations and misplaced treasures, Stinger has guided the Rokana Raiders to do the unattainable: breach the nebula to say the misplaced treasures of the Khepi Tomb. 

Ships and house fight function closely in A Pirate’s Fortune. Inform us extra in regards to the flyable Rokana Raider ship.  

JB: As a part of the principle quest in A Pirate’s Fortune, Kay and Hondo will got down to purchase a Rokana Raider ship to have the ability to infiltrate the tomb unnoticed. Kay will even get the chance to fly the ship, which has distinctive wings that pivot across the cockpit. When in recon mode, the wings might be vertical, permitting you to journey the galaxy shortly – however if you enter fight, you possibly can change into assault mode, which is able to rotate the wings right into a horizontal formation and open up further weapon choices to maximise your injury output. The Rokana Raiders’ ships are additionally designed to face up to the ionization of the nebula, permitting you to discover the secrets and techniques and risks of the system for longer with out worry of disabling the ship.  

What new outfits and equipment for Kay and Nix are included in A Pirate’s Fortune? 

JB: After the principle quest, Kay will be capable to maintain the Raider outfit she earns. It additionally comes with some nice perks, which assist Kay take much less injury and enhance her injury output with grenades and pick-up weapons. Should you equip the total set, your pick-up weapons will even regenerate ammo over time. 

To not be outdone, Nix can purchase two equipment throughout his time within the Khepi system. The primary is a Miner’s Headcover, which displays the historical past of mining uncommon minerals throughout the Khepi system. The second outfit – which is a private favourite – is the Merqaal Corsair, which contains a bandana and beaded necklace, permitting Nix to dwell out his personal pirate fantasy. 

As a part of A Pirate’s Fortune’s aspect content material, Kay will be capable to tackle contraband contracts for the Miyuki Commerce League. What’s the Miyuki Commerce League, and what’s new and thrilling about these contracts? 

JB: The Miyuki Commerce League is a shady collective of smugglers with a house base on Hauler’s Hold, a brand new cantina constructed into an asteroid within the Khepi system. They’ve an abundance of harmful smuggling contracts accessible for pilots they belief – and who’re courageous sufficient to take their cargo. These contracts will see Kay and Nix loading up the Trailblazer with harmful or helpful assets, comparable to bacta or spice, to ship it throughout the galaxy to totally different syndicates – however the items are more likely to appeal to undesirable consideration, so they are going to require a talented pilot to flee along with your life and safe the credit. 

Progressing with the Commerce League will earn you a spread of rewards, together with new passive programs that may be outfitted on the Trailblazer. These passive programs can provide you a spread of advantages, from decreasing cannon warmth if you destroy enemy ships, to dealing extra injury out of your cannons as warmth will increase, and even decreasing the cooldown of your auxiliary system. These new passive programs introduce extra technique and playstyles to dogfighting in house, permitting you to craft a construct that works greatest for you. 

To entry Star Wars Outlaws: A Pirate’s Fortune, gamers should full the principle storyline within the base recreation. With the discharge of A Pirate’s Fortune, Star Wars Outlaws Final and Deluxe Version house owners additionally obtain the Naboo The Aristocracy and Desert Nomad beauty packs.

As a part of the Title Replace alongside the launch of A Pirate’s Fortune at the moment, all gamers will obtain beauty gadgets impressed by ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew’, which is able to embrace an outfit for Nix, a Trophy for the speeder and a Trinket for each the speeder and the Trailblazer.

Be part of Kay Vess, Nix, and Hondo Ohnaka and embark on a mysterious journey with pirates and misplaced treasures at the moment!

Star Wars Outlaws Deluxe Version

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$89.99

$71.99

With Star Wars Outlaws Deluxe version, get the sport, a digital artwork ebook,* and the Final Pack, which incorporates:
– The Rogue Infiltrator bundle, together with cosmetics for Kay, Nix, the speeder, and the Trailblazer.
– The Sabacc Shark bundle, together with cosmetics for Kay and her blaster, Nix, the speeder, and the Trailblazer.
– Two further bundles accessible upon the discharge of the second story pack.

Expertise the first-ever open world Star Wars™ action-adventure recreation and discover distinct places throughout the galaxy, each iconic and new. Threat all of it as scoundrel Kay Vess, looking for freedom and the means to start out a brand new life. Should you’re keen to take the danger, the galaxy is stuffed with alternative.

DISCOVER A GALAXY OF OPPORTUNITY
Discover distinct places with bustling cities and cantinas. Race throughout sprawling outside landscapes in your speeder. Every location brings new adventures, distinctive challenges, and attractive rewards if you happen to’re keen to take the danger.

EXPERIENCE AN ORIGINAL SCOUNDREL STORY
Dwell the high-stakes life-style of an outlaw. Flip any scenario to your benefit with Nix by your aspect: combat along with your blaster, overcome enemies with stealth and devices, or discover the fitting moments to distract enemies and acquire the higher hand.

EMBARK ON HIGH-STAKES MISSIONS
Tackle high-risk, high-reward missions from the galaxy’s crime syndicates. Steal helpful items, infiltrate secret places, and outwit enemies as one of many galaxy’s most wished. Each selection you make influences your ever-changing popularity.

JUMP INTO THE PILOT SEAT
Pilot your ship, the Trailblazer, as you interact in thrilling dogfights with the Empire and different foes. Discover the fitting alternatives to chase, evade, and assault to get the higher hand.

Supply, content material, and dates topic to alter.
*Entry the digital artwork ebook from the official Star Wars Outlaws web site: starwarsoutlaws.com/digital-art-book

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Star Wars Outlaws – Season Move

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★★★★★

$39.99

$31.99

With the Season Move, get entry to 2 story packs:

– Star Wars Outlaws: Wild Card. Kay is employed to infiltrate a high-stakes sabacc match, however as she crosses paths with the infamous gambler Lando Calrissian, she quickly learns that one other recreation is being performed.

– Star Wars Outlaws: A Pirate’s Fortune. The Trailblazer’s popularity precedes Kay as she runs into veteran pirate Hondo Ohnaka, who’s trying to settle outdated scores with a ruthless gang of pirates.

At launch, obtain the Kessel Runner Character Pack, that includes further cosmetics for Kay and Nix AND the Day 1 unique mission Jabba’s Gambit, accessible at launch. Simply as Kay is placing collectively a crew for the Canto Bight heist, she receives a job from Jabba the Hutt himself. Seems that ND-5 owes Jabba a debt from years in the past, and he has come to gather.

Lastly, get the Hunter’s Legacy and the Cartel Ronin bundles, accessible upon the discharge of the primary story pack.

Expertise the first-ever open world Star Wars™ action-adventure recreation and discover distinct places throughout the galaxy, each iconic and new. Threat all of it as scoundrel Kay Vess, looking for freedom and the means to start out a brand new life. Battle, steal, and outwit your means by way of the galaxy’s crime syndicates as you be part of the galaxy’s most wished.

Should you’re keen to take the danger, the galaxy is stuffed with alternative.

Supply, content material, and dates topic to alter.