Ubisoft has released a major update for its open-world Star Wars game, a move aimed at tackling a prolonged list of issues that have plagued players and marking the first step in its previously announced plan to revamp the title. If you’re still struggling with the game’s unrefined stealth and speeder mechanics, a new patch might finally bring some much-needed relief.
Tweaks the stealth expertise by refining AI detection, diversifying non-player character placement and movement patterns, optimizing patrol routes, enhancing digital camera detection, and showcasing alternative environmental paths to minimize player frustration, as per Ubisoft’s patch notes. While wearing a disguise, such as a cowl, Kay Vess is significantly less likely to be detected.
As Kay’s speeder navigates the terrain with greater ease and precision, the sense of fulfillment on his journeys increases significantly. Ubisoft claims that the updates enhance the positioning of the speeder’s camera, accelerate the speeder’s reaction time upon summoning, and refine atmospheric collision detection “to minimize getting knocked off the speeder”. In simpler terms, minor obstacles are being toned down.
The remainder of the sports’ patch notes details a comprehensive list of much-needed improvements, including fixes for game-breaking and frustrating bugs that have plagued players. Additionally, subtle yet impactful visual enhancements include updated animations following takedowns, as well as refined melee sequences after Kay delivers a punch to an opponent clad in a helmet.
was panned upon release due to widespread reports of bugs and performance issues. Which new features ensure significant quality-of-life upgrades? 24 and Nov. 21. Ubisoft’s titles will become available on Steam in November, potentially marking a significant shift in the company’s digital distribution strategy. Scheduled for release in 21 days, the update promises additional refinements to the game’s stealth mechanics, set to roll out on that specific date.
“Stealth missions are often hamstrung by simplistic ‘avoid detection’ mechanics, where a player’s inability to utilize instruments leads to an unnecessarily easy-to-miss failure state.”
Technical and gameplay issues led to a “softer than anticipated” reception of the sports game, according to Ubisoft. Following a lukewarm critical and commercial reception for another open-world game from Ubisoft, the company decided to delay yet another such title to allow for further refinement and polishing before its release date.
Is now available on PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X.
