Star Wars Outlaws: A Galactic Adventure Inspired by Samurai and Open Worlds
Star Wars Outlaws' creative director, Julian Gerighty, recently revealed the surprising influences behind the game's development, drawing inspiration from both samurai action and expansive open-world RPGs. This blend of influences promises a unique Star Wars experience.
The Ghost of Tsushima Influence:
Gerighty cited Ghost of Tsushima as a major inspiration, praising its immersive world design and cohesive gameplay. Unlike games relying on repetitive tasks, Ghost of Tsushima's seamless integration of story, world, and characters resonated deeply with Gerighty's vision for Star Wars Outlaws. He aimed to replicate this level of immersion, allowing players to fully inhabit the role of an outlaw in the Star Wars galaxy. The parallel between the samurai's journey and the scoundrel's path underscores the game's focus on a captivating and believable narrative.
Learning from Assassin's Creed Odyssey:
Assassin's Creed Odyssey also played a significant role, particularly in shaping the game's vast and explorable environment and its RPG elements. Gerighty admired the game's freedom and scale, fostering a sense of exploration and discovery. He collaborated directly with the Odyssey team, gaining invaluable insights into managing world size and traversal distances, ensuring a balanced and engaging experience within Star Wars Outlaws. However, unlike Odyssey's sprawling length, Outlaws aims for a more focused, narrative-driven adventure of a manageable scale.
Embracing the Outlaw Fantasy:
Central to Star Wars Outlaws is the classic scoundrel archetype, reminiscent of Han Solo. Gerighty highlights the allure of being a rogue in a galaxy brimming with opportunity and wonder as the core concept guiding the game's development. This focus allows for a diverse range of activities, from cantina games of Sabacc to spacefaring adventures, all seamlessly integrated to create a truly immersive outlaw experience within the Star Wars universe.
