Podcast Summary
Star Wars Outlaws reputation system: Players can manipulate criminal syndicates in Star Wars Outlaws by building and managing reputation, allowing for strategic alliances and betrayals.
Star Wars Outlaws, a new open-world game from Ubisoft Massive, offers a different take on the Star Wars universe by focusing on the black market activities in the galaxy outside of the Jedi and the Empire. Players step into the role of K-Vess, a scoundrel trying to survive and thrive in this criminal underworld. The game presents a mix of third-person self-platforming and combat, with character progression tied to the story and relationships with various criminal syndicates. While the game has received mixed reviews, the hosts of the Triple Click podcast found it to be an interesting experience, particularly the reputation system that allows players to constantly play the syndicates off of each other. However, they noted that the game doesn't excel in any one area and the protagonist's personality and voice acting left something to be desired. Overall, Star Wars Outlaws provides a unique perspective on the Star Wars universe and offers a different kind of adventure for players.
Star Wars open-world game: Unique storytelling methodology, player choice, intriguing open-world design, frequent betrayals, and Bert Roge II's score make 'Star Wars: Outlaws' an enjoyable exploration of a lawless Star Wars world, despite some weaknesses in stealth mechanics and character development.
"Star Wars: Outlaws" offers an engaging open-world experience with a unique storytelling methodology focusing on systems and player choice, but its stealth mechanics could use more polish, and the main character KVES lacks depth. The game's Star Wars setting, intriguing open-world design, and frequent betrayals keep players invested, even if the narrative doesn't excite as much. Will Bert Roge II's score adds significantly to the game's positive vibes. Despite some weaknesses, the game's strengths make it an enjoyable exploration of a lawless Star Wars world.
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake: The game's vastness and Star Wars IP integration contributed to an engaging experience, but some mechanics like reputation and space combat felt underdeveloped, while lock picking and hacking mini-games and combat system received praise
The Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake showcases the developers' ambitious attempt to include numerous mechanics and features to create an immersive experience. However, the game's scope led to some mechanics, such as the reputation system and space combat, feeling underdeveloped. The lock picking and hacking mini-games, on the other hand, received praise for their creativity and uniqueness. The game's combat system, with its limited inventory and upgradable weapons, was also appreciated. Despite some areas needing more focus and refinement, the game's vastness and Star Wars IP integration contributed to an engaging experience.
Star Wars: Squadrons gameplay: The game's stunning visuals and upgrade system are highlights, but the stealth mechanics and enemy AI need improvement and the game is buggy.
While Star Wars: EA Motive's Star Wars™ Squadrons delivers on the Star Wars galaxy exploration fantasy with its stunning visuals and vast vistas, the heist fantasy and stealth mechanics could use improvement. The enemy AI is disappointingly unresponsive, and the game is buggy. However, the upgrade system is a unique and engaging mechanic that sets the game apart. Despite its shortcomings, the game is still enjoyable for Star Wars fans who appreciate the nostalgic technology and vibes. The game could benefit from focusing more on refining its core gameplay components, particularly the stealth and enemy AI, rather than trying to do too much. Overall, Star Wars: Squadrons is a visually impressive Star Wars experience with an intriguing upgrade system, but its gameplay could use some polishing.
Star Wars crime world: Exploring the Star Wars universe through a lens of crime and survival offers a fresh perspective and unique experiences, as seen in 'Star Wars: Outlaws'.
The Star Wars universe in "Star Wars: Outlaws" shines when it focuses on a different aspect of the galaxy - one filled with crime and survival, rather than the typical do-gooder narratives. The game's unique setting, rich in detail and references, allows players to explore a hyper-specific Star Wars world that feels fresh and intriguing. Kay's journey, filled with distrust and self-preservation, adds to the game's appeal by shedding light on a side of the Star Wars universe seldom explored. Additionally, the setting's strong foundation in the Star Wars lore, as discussed by the speakers, further emphasizes its potential for engaging and unique experiences.
Star Wars: Outlaws design: The game features unique animated food sequences and morally ambiguous decisions, with voice acting by Dee Bradley Baker adding to the experience. Players enjoy self-serving roles and discovering engaging stories in games like Ace Attorney Investigations Collection.
The appreciation for the unique aesthetic and design choices in the game "Star Wars: Outlaws," specifically the animated food sequences reminiscent of Monster Hunter and the incentivization for players to make morally ambiguous decisions. Another highlight is the voice acting by Dee Bradley Baker, who voices Nix and was a favorite of the speaker due to his roles in "Avatar: The Last Airbender" and the speaker's dog's name. The speaker also expressed enjoyment in playing a more self-serving character in the game, as opposed to the typical do-gooder roles in other games. Additionally, the Ace Attorney Investigations Collection was mentioned as a recent gaming discovery, with the second game being a standout for its engaging story and character development.
Ace Attorney: Investigations Collection: A must-have for fans of the series, offering value even if the first game isn't as polished as the second one, and a great introduction for newcomers to the unique blend of adventure, investigation, and courtroom drama.
The Ace Attorney: Investigations Collection is a must-have for fans of the series, especially for those who have played and enjoyed Ace Attorney Investigations: Prosecutor's Path. While the first game in the collection may not be as polished or essential as the second one, it still offers some value as it sets up the storyline for the second game. For more casual fans or newcomers to the series, starting with Prosecutor's Path is recommended, as it is a self-contained story that doesn't require extensive knowledge of the backstory. Overall, the Ace Attorney: Investigations Collection is a worthy addition to the series and a great way to experience the unique blend of adventure, investigation, and courtroom drama that Ace Attorney is known for. As for other recommendations, Maddie suggests checking out the movie "Love Lies Bleeding," which she describes as a silly but entertaining thriller with a lesbian romance theme. Meanwhile, Kirk recommends the Elgato Stream Deck, a hardware device that can help manage various multimedia functions on a computer with customizable buttons and screens. In summary, whether you're a fan of visual novels, thriller movies, or multimedia hardware, there's something in this conversation that might pique your interest. The Ace Attorney: Investigations Collection and the other recommendations offer unique experiences that are worth exploring.
Stream Deck productivity: Assigning keyboard shortcuts to physical buttons on the Stream Deck for frequent tasks in various software applications can significantly improve productivity.
The Stream Deck, a customizable control panel, can significantly improve productivity by assigning keyboard shortcuts to physical buttons for frequent tasks in various software applications. The user discussed using it to control the UAD console with MIDI, creating a more efficient workflow. The device also offers various plugins for different uses, such as an emoji menu. While it's an investment, it can make a difference for those who frequently use specific software and want to streamline their workflow. The Stream Deck is versatile and can be used in numerous ways, making it a valuable productivity tool.