Ubisoft’s upcoming Open-World Adventure game, Star Wars Outlaws, finds itself amidst a storm of criticism within the gaming community today, primarily due to its staggering price tag. Priced at £60 for the base game alone, it’s already pushing the boundaries of what players are accustomed to paying. However, it’s the additional costs associated with the Gold and Ultimate editions that have stirred the most outrage.
Ubisoft’s marketing of these deluxe editions has been clear: they come with a hefty price tag. The Gold edition, boasting early access and a season pass featuring exclusive content like the “Jabba’s Gambit” mission, sets players back £95 – a significant leap from the base game price. Meanwhile, the Ultimate edition, which includes extra cosmetics and a digital art book, reaches a staggering £115, nearly twice the cost of the standard game.
The inclusion of Day One DLC, particularly the “Jabba’s Gambit” mission, has drawn ire from gamers, considering it a continuation of a trend that’s plagued the industry for years. The exorbitant pricing of these editions only serves to exacerbate the frustration felt by many within the gaming community.
While Ubisoft seems unlikely to backtrack on its pricing strategy or its approach to DLC, the backlash against Star Wars Outlaws highlights a growing discontent within the gaming community regarding such practices. With fans increasingly questioning the value proposition of these high-priced releases, the industry may be approaching a tipping point.
Set to release on August 30, 2024, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X, and PC via the Ubisoft storefront, Star Wars Outlaws faces a challenging road ahead as it navigates the ever-evolving landscape of consumer expectations and industry practices. Only time will reveal the long-term implications for AAA corporations in the gaming industry.
