How to preload Star Wars Outlaws early access on PC, PS5, Xbox

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How to preload Star Wars Outlaws early access on PC, PS5, Xbox

As a die-hard Star Wars fan who’s been waiting for a decent open-world game set in this universe since the glory days of Knights of the Old Republic, I can hardly contain my excitement for Star Wars Outlaws! The opportunity to explore the galaxy far, far away with Ubisoft’s sandbox prowess is simply too enticing.

As a thrilled fan, I can’t contain my excitement! Star Wars Outlaws, the new open-world adventure by Ubisoft, is officially upon us. This time, we find ourselves in the distant galaxy, slipping into the role of Kay Vess. To ensure you can dive into this galactic experience as soon as possible, Ubisoft has clarified when and how to preload Star Wars Outlaws early access on PC, PS5, and Xbox.

Since its initial unveiling, there’s been a great deal of excitement surrounding this upcoming game, and here’s something interesting: early access can be yours for just £14.99! However, be cautious when browsing social media as spoilers have already leaked ahead of the launch. On a positive note, if you’re an achievement enthusiast, it appears that the full trophy/achievement list has been leaked, but on the bright side, the game seems to offer a relatively easy path to achieving the platinum trophy.

Fan excitement for Star Wars Outlaws has been high since its big unveiling, and you’ll soon be able to pre-load the game so that as soon as it becomes available, you can jump right in and start playing the early access version.

How to preload Star Wars Outlaws

On August 26th, at 3AM Pacific Time (PT), 6AM Eastern Time (ET), or 11AM British Summer Time (BST), you can preload Star Wars Outlaws on your PC. This applies to both the Early Access version and the Standard edition.

Regarding the PS5, you have the opportunity to start preloading the early access version from midnight local time on August 25th, and the preloads for the standard edition will commence on August 28th. In contrast, for Xbox users, both the early access and standard edition can be preloaded right now.

All of the above comes courtesy of a schedule shared by Ubisoft on X:

Mark your calendars for the early access start of Star Wars Outlaws, which kicks off on August 27th, followed by its worldwide release on August 30th!

— Star Wars Outlaws (@StarWarsOutlaws) August 20, 2024

How to play early access

To get an early start on playing Star Wars Outlaws in its early access phase, you need to pre-purchase either the Gold or Ultimate version ahead of time. Here’s a breakdown of the costs and pre-order perks for each package:

Standard edition – £59.99 PC/£69.99 Xbox, PS5:

  • Pre-order bonuses
    • A cosmetic pack for your speeder
    • A cosmetic for the Trailblazer starship

Gold edition – £94.99 PC/£104.99 Xbox, PS5:

  • Pre-order bonuses
    • A cosmetic pack for your speeder
    • A cosmetic pack for the Trailerblazer starship
  • Three days early access
  • Season Pass

Ultimate edition – £114.99 PC/£119.99 Xbox, PS5

  • Pre-order bonuses
    • A cosmetic pack for your speeder
    • A cosmetic pack for the Trailerblazer starship
  • Three days early access
  • Season Pass
  • Rogue Infiltrator bundle
  • The Sabacc Shark bundle
  • Digital artbook

If you’re considering playing Star Wars Outlaws early access on PC or Xbox, it might be beneficial for you to sign up for Ubisoft+ Premium with a monthly subscription at £14.99/$17.99. Keep in mind that if you stop your membership, you’ll lose access to the game. However, this one-month subscription offers the most affordable way to play the entire game without actually owning it.

We absolutely cannot wait for Star Wars Outlaws to come out. It promises to be everything you’ve ever wanted from a Star Wars game, and you will be able to interact with iconic characters such as Jabba The Hut.

In other gaming news, rumors suggest a PlayStation Showcase is scheduled for September.

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2024-08-24 14:10