Star Wars Outlaws Title Update 1.2: Everything You Need to Know

Outlaws, a new patch for Star Wars Outlaws has been released, and it’s bringing significant improvements to your gameplay experience! Ubisoft’s Title Update 1.2 focuses on making your space adventures smoother, with a major focus on camera adjustments for your speeder and improved AI stealth mechanics. Let’s dive into what’s new in this update.

Key Patch Highlights:

1. Stealth Mechanics Overhaul: The update improves AI detection, NPC positioning, and patrol pathing, making sneaky missions less frustrating.
2. Speeder Enhancements: Changes to the camera positioning and speeder responsiveness ensure smoother navigation while cruising through hostile environments. You’ll also notice fewer instances of being knocked off after hitting obstacles—talk about a bumpy ride fix!
3. Quest Fixes: Several quest-related bugs, such as being stuck in the hyperjump sequence or interaction issues during key missions like The Wreck, have been addressed, allowing for a more seamless experience.
4. Performance Improvements: Across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, there have been performance boosts, improved VRAM usage, and better frame rates for Intel ARC GPUs.

Detailed Patch Notes Overview

Performance & Stability:

• Increased stability across platforms and resolved frame rate drops, particularly for Intel GPUs.
• VRAM improvements were added for better graphics performance during intense sequences.

Gameplay Tweaks:

• Speeder Controls: The controls are smoother with added improvements for mouse and keyboard players. The update also reduced speeder collisions with environmental objects, so expect fewer unplanned dismounts.
• Quick Throw Button: A new button has been added for grenade use, making combat a little more intuitive.
• Stealth & AI: AI is now smarter but less irritating. NPCs respond more naturally to environmental triggers, and Purge Missions now offer less player frustration.

General Bug Fixes:

• Addressed animation issues, especially with Kay’s movement, melee attacks, and helmet punches (because punching a helmet is surprisingly tricky).
• Fixed reputation glitches in Syndicate Districts, ensuring your actions—good or bad—reflect correctly on your rep sheet.
• Fixed Nix’s accessories and treats not appearing in menus and addressed minor input registration issues during fast-paced slicing interactions.

UI and HUD:

• Added names for Syndicate Contracts so you can better track your jobs. No more confusing missions!
• Various tweaks to in-game menus, including smoother scrolling and improved descriptions for gear sets and vendors.

Graphics & Audio:

• Improvements to lighting during nighttime planetary takeoffs and environmental animations, including the glorious flow of Kay’s hair in the rain.
• Audio issues with cantina music and environmental sound effects have been ironed out, enhancing immersion in the galaxy’s farthest reaches.

Photo Mode & Accessibility:

• Photo Mode improvements now allow players to rotate the camera more freely and save preset settings more effectively.
• For accessibility, new options include large fonts for subtitles, bold font choices, and improved menu narration for better gameplay experiences.

Full Patch Notes Summary

This update is packed with not only bug fixes but gameplay improvements aimed at making Star Wars Outlaws a more polished and fluid experience. Players will notice better controls, AI improvements, and general stability upgrades. Whether you’re cruising on a speeder or infiltrating Syndicate territories, these updates make it easier to explore the Outer Rim.

To read the full patch notes, visit Ubisoft’s official update page.

Final Thoughts

In summary, Title Update 1.2 focuses on smoothing out many gameplay wrinkles, from stealth mission frustrations to speeder responsiveness and performance issues. If you’re ready to hop back into the Outer Rim, this patch ensures your journey is smoother, your stealth better, and your speeder… well, speedier. Happy adventuring, and may the Force be with you!