Star Wars Outlaws' creative director reveals how Ghost of Tsushima and Assassin's Creed Odyssey shaped the game's development, creating a unique open-world adventure. Discover the influences that brought this galactic outlaw experience to life.
Star Wars Outlaws: Forging a Galactic Adventure
The Ghost of Tsushima Influence
Amidst the Star Wars resurgence—fueled by The Mandalorian and The Acolyte—Star Wars Outlaws stands as a highly anticipated title. In a GamesRadar+ interview, Creative Director Julian Gerighty revealed a key inspiration: Ghost of Tsushima. Gerighty cited Ghost of Tsushima's immersive world design as a major influence. Unlike games relying on repetitive tasks, Ghost of Tsushima's cohesive narrative, world, and characters seamlessly integrate with gameplay. Gerighty aimed to replicate this immersive quality in Star Wars Outlaws, allowing players to fully inhabit the outlaw fantasy within a galaxy far, far away. The parallel between the samurai experience and the scoundrel's journey underscores the game's commitment to a captivating narrative, ensuring players truly live the Star Wars experience.
The Assassin's Creed Odyssey Impact
Gerighty also acknowledged the influence of Assassin's Creed Odyssey, particularly its expansive world and RPG elements. He admired the game's freedom and scale, encouraging exploration. This translated into Star Wars Outlaws' similarly vast and engaging world. Direct consultation with the Assassin's Creed Odyssey team proved invaluable, providing guidance on world size and traversal distances. This collaboration ensured successful elements were adapted to fit Star Wars Outlaws' unique needs. However, Gerighty clarified that Star Wars Outlaws prioritizes a more focused, narrative-driven experience than Odyssey's sprawling length, aiming for a compelling, accessible adventure.
Embodying the Outlaw Fantasy
The Han Solo-esque scoundrel archetype became the core of Star Wars Outlaws. Gerighty explained that the fantasy of being a rogue in a wondrous, opportunity-filled galaxy guided development. This focus created a both expansive and immersive experience. Activities like playing Sabacc, speeding across planets, piloting ships, and exploring diverse worlds are seamlessly integrated to fully realize the outlaw adventure within the Star Wars universe.
