Ubisoft Recognizes Star Wars Outlaws Struggled to Impress

Ubisoft has acknowledged the underperformance of its latest title, Star Wars Outlaws, revealing its launch did not meet sales expectations. Initially released on August 26, the game received moderate reviews, including a score of 76 on Metacritic and a user score of 3.9 out of 5 in digital stores. Looking to improve the game's standing, Ubisoft plans to release Star Wars Outlaws on Steam on November 21, and is dedicating resources to implement player feedback through upcoming updates. Additionally, the company has faced significant financial pressure, leading to a decline in share value and calls for internal changes such as the delay of Assassin's Creed Shadows.

The main reasons include a combination of simple gameplay mechanics like stealth and combat, the presence of bugs at launch, and overall sales proving softer than anticipated despite decent reviews.

Star Wars Outlaws is Ubisoft's foray into the popular Star Wars universe, setting itself in an immersive open-world environment that allows players to engage in intergalactic heists and exploration. The game's premise revolves around navigating the rich lore of the franchise, but it has struggled to leverage that potential into strong sales since its release.