The latest update for Star Wars Outlaws, version 1.004, brings a host of significant improvements and new features across all platforms. Notable updates include enhanced stealth and combat mechanics, giving players more options to either sneak or shoot their way through syndicate territories. Enemy AI detection has been improved, providing notifications when players are detected, allowing them to switch tactics to remain hidden. The update also adds enemy weak points, promoting strategic gameplay by rewarding precision shots with explosive results.
Additionally, adjustments to Kay’s blaster and pickup weapons have improved the overall combat experience, allowing players to carry two-handed weapons more flexibly. Facial expressions and animations in dialogue scenes have been enhanced, the option to toggle off the cinematic lens during gameplay has been added, and visibility of distant lights has been improved.
Full patch notes detail numerous general gameplay fixes, including issues with the Trailblazer, AI speeder usage, enemy detection, and combat positioning. The update also enhances UI, HUD, and settings with new visual indicators, prompts, and NPC tags to improve gameplay clarity. Audio improvements include better enemy dialogue and fixes for sound issues on the PS5. Cinematic scenes have seen updates with improved facial animations and visuals. Camera controls have been refined for better shooting, aiming, and vendor interactions. World visuals, especially distant lights and grass textures, have been improved. Photo Mode now includes a clean lens option, and accessibility settings have been expanded with custom controller presets, stronger aim assist, and more.
Star Wars Outlaws Update 1.004 Patch Notes:
General Gameplay:
- Fixed Trailblazer takeoff issue
- Improved AI speeder usage and enemy detection
- Improved enemy tactical decision-making
- Decreased enemy damage per shot, increased damage cadence
- Improved detection signs and camera feedback
- Various other gameplay enhancements
UI, HUD, and Settings:
- Added visual indication of NPC detection
- Improved Nix quick action icon and text highlighting
- Adjusted Adrenaline Rush cost based on difficulty
- Improved wanted system messaging
Audio:
- Improved enemy dialogue and fixed PS5 DualSense sound issue
Cinematics:
- Enhanced facial animations and visuals in dialogue scenes
- Fixed passenger seat issue with ND-5
Camera:
- Improved camera during shooting and aiming
- Added shoulder swap in cover
- Improved vendor interaction view
Worlds, Fauna, and Flora:
- Fixed destructible flora and improved distant lights
Photo Mode:
- Added clean lens option
Accessibility:
- Added custom controller preset and strong aim assist
- New auto-transfer climbing option
- Improved menu narration and accessibility setting descriptions
Miscellaneous:
- Fixed various trophy/achievement issues
- Improved bug reporting with new Bug Reporter feature
Star Wars Outlaws is a thrilling action-adventure game set in the expansive Star Wars universe. Players take on the role of Kay, a cunning outlaw navigating through dangerous territories and missions. The game combines stealth, combat, and exploration, offering rich storytelling and immersive gameplay.
