Star Wars Outlaws update 1.6 adds a new story and free cosmetics

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Ubisoft has recently launched Update 1.6 for Star Wars Outlaws, introducing a new story pack called A Pirate’s Fortune, a free cosmetic pack inspired by Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, and several bug fixes and enhancements. Here is a summary of the update:

PATCH DETAILS (version version 8636159.DLC2)

  • PlayStation®5: 6.17GB (01.006.000)
  • Xbox Series X|S: 8.55GB (1.0.6.0)
  • PC (Ubisoft Connect): 10.21GB (1.0.6.0)
  • Steam: 8.5GB (1.0.6.0)

FULL PATCH NOTES:

Highlights

  • Added the ability to free fire Kay’s blaster while riding the speeder
  • Added the ability to holster and swap between two handed weapons and Kay’s blaster
  • Added new passive systems to the Trailblazer for additional gameplay effects
  • Introduced new space contracts for all players with multiple challenge types
  • Resolved issues with Hidden Riches intel quest completion

General Gameplay

  • Improved shooting mechanics behind cover to prevent hitting the environment
  • Enhanced enemy AI behavior when moving to cover or under suppression
  • Fixed issues with certain intel quests not being completable if intel was found before accepting the quest
  • Various improvements to Kay’s movement animations and interactions
  • Adjusted effects of ionization in space and fixed related issues
  • Upgraded Miyuki Traders to full vendors offering passive system upgrades
  • Several fixes and improvements to combat mechanics and gear functionality

Performance

  • Resolved crashes related to FSR3 Frame Gen and Freesync Premium Pro HDR activation

Graphics

  • Improved RTXDI and Ray Reconstruction technologies

UI, HUD, and Settings

  • Fixed issues with vendor purchase screen and journal entries highlighting

Audio

  • Corrected timing of crew members’ lines

Cinematics

  • Addressed instances of missing props in certain cinematics

Camera

  • Fixed jittering and clipping issues with the camera while on the speeder

Worlds, Fauna, and Flora

  • Improved environmental reflections and sky color banding

Accessibility

  • Added accessibility shortcuts for high contrast, auto run, and menu narration
  • Enhanced gadget wheel functionality and HUD customization options
  • Improved readability and navigation for players with accessibility needs

Miscellaneous

  • Reduced instances of clothing clipping in the environment

MAIN & SIDE QUESTS (spoiler alert)

Akiva

  • The Veteran

    • Fixed issues with interacting with the speeder after a cutscene

Kijimi

  • Breakout

    • Resolved issues with dismounting the speeder in the factory tunnel

Other

  • Revelator

    • Addressed issues with player movement and interaction during specific quests

Known Issue

  • Contraband contracts

    • Contract failure if not completed in one session, can be reacquired from the vendor

Source: Ubisoft

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