Ubisoft’s upcoming single-player game, Star Wars Outlaws, has faced backlash for locking the highly anticipated Jabba the Hutt mission behind a Season Pass. Priced at $109.99 for the gold edition and $129.99 for the ultimate edition, the Season Pass is the only way to access the Jabba’s Gambit mission at launch. Fans are expressing frustration at the prospect of having to pay extra to experience this content, raising concerns about the game’s pricing model and content distribution.
While Ubisoft has previously hinted at players being able to work for or betray Jabba the Hutt in Star Wars Outlaws, the extent to which this content is locked behind the Season Pass remains unclear. This move has sparked debate among players, with many feeling it is unfair to restrict essential story elements behind a paywall. As the community continues to voice their concerns, IGN has reached out to Ubisoft for clarification on the matter.
Star Wars Outlaws, set between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, follows protagonist Key Vess as she embarks on a scoundrel adventure alongside her droid partner ND-5 and beastie companion Nix. The game is scheduled to release on August 27, 2024, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC, offering players various editions with different perks, including early access and exclusive content tied to the Season Pass. The ongoing debate surrounding the accessibility of the Jabba the Hutt mission underscores the growing tension between game developers and their audience over monetization practices.