Star Wars Outlaws
Star Wars Outlaws

Controls & UI — Star Wars Outlaws Guide

Master Star Wars Outlaws controls and UI. Learn on-foot, ship controls, and understand the HUD for seamless gameplay and combat.

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Navigate the galaxy with ease in Star Wars Outlaws by understanding its intuitive controls and user interface (UI). From managing your inventory and ship systems to executing combat maneuvers and interacting with the environment, a grasp of the UI is crucial for any aspiring scoundrel.

On-Foot Controls (Example - Controller Layout)

The on-foot controls are designed for fluid third-person action, blending exploration, stealth, and combat.

Action Button/Input Description
Movement Left Analog Stick Control Kay's movement direction and speed.
Camera Control Right Analog Stick Adjust the camera angle and look around.
Jump/Mantle A Button (Xbox) / X Button (PlayStation) Jump over obstacles or mantle onto ledges.
Crouch/Stealth B Button (Xbox) / Circle Button (PlayStation) Enter a crouched stance for stealth or cover.
Interact/Contextual Action X Button (Xbox) / Square Button (PlayStation) Pick up items, open doors, activate terminals.
Primary Attack Right Trigger (RT) / R2 Fire equipped weapon.
Secondary Fire/Aim Left Trigger (LT) / L2 Aim down sights or use secondary weapon function.
Reload Y Button (Xbox) / Triangle Button (PlayStation) Reload current weapon.
Nix Ability Left Bumper (LB) / L1 Activate Nix's current companion ability.
Ability/Gadget Slot D-Pad Up/Down Cycle through equipped abilities or gadgets.
Melee Attack Right Analog Stick Click Perform a melee attack.

Ship Controls (Trailblazer)

Piloting the Trailblazer involves managing speed, weapons, and navigation in both atmospheric and space combat.

  • Throttle: Left Trigger (LT) / L2 (Increase) and Right Trigger (RT) / R2 (Decrease) for speed.
  • Pitch/Roll: Left Analog Stick.
  • Yaw: Right Analog Stick (Left/Right).
  • Weapon Fire: Right Trigger (RT) / R2.
  • Targeting: Left Trigger (LT) / L2 to lock on.
  • Boost: A Button (Xbox) / X Button (PlayStation).

User Interface (UI) Elements

The UI provides essential information at a glance:

  • Health Bar: Displays Kay's current health.
  • Stamina/Ability Meter: Shows available energy for special abilities or actions.
  • Ammo Count: Indicates the remaining ammunition for the equipped weapon.
  • Minimap/Radar: Displays nearby enemies, objectives, and points of interest.
  • Objective Tracker: Lists current mission objectives.
  • Contextual Prompts: On-screen prompts for actions like interacting, reloading, or performing takedowns.
  • Ship HUD: In space, this includes shield status, hull integrity, speed, and target information.

Inventory and Menus

Accessing menus allows for managing gear, skills, ship upgrades, and the galaxy map.

  • Inventory: View and equip weapons, armor, and consumables.
  • Skill Tree: Allocate skill points to unlock and upgrade abilities.
  • Ship Customization: Upgrade and modify the Trailblazer.
  • Galaxy Map: Plan hyperspace jumps and view known systems.

Tips for Mastering Controls and UI

  • Complete the Tutorial: Pay close attention to the initial tutorial missions, which explain core controls.
  • Customize Keybinds: If available, adjust controls to your preference for maximum comfort and efficiency.
  • Learn UI Icons: Familiarize yourself with the various icons used for items, enemies, and objectives.
  • Practice Ship Combat: Spend time in space to get comfortable with the Trailblazer's controls.