Star Wars Outlawswas bound to have surprise cameos of loved characters from all over theStar Warsmovies and TV shows. Even in a vast array offamiliar and new planetsfull of brand-new experiences, Ubisoft and Lucasfilm Games were sure to place some of the franchise’s most iconic characters in the latest installment of theStar Warsgames series. From fellow outlaws to familiar bounty hunters, fans of theStar Warsfranchise are in for exciting appearances of well-known figures from across theStar Warscanon inStar Wars Outlaws.
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While traveling as Kay Vass in this open world action-adventure, players will be running into familiar faces during the pursuit of her big heist. Throughout the game, fans can expect cameos from friends and foes alike. Some notable characters play larger roles in Kay Vess' journey, while others are brief appearances or contained in side quests, whose presence is made to excite loyalStar Warsfans.
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9Salacious B. Crumb Appears In Jabba’s Palace
Kowakian Member Of Jabba’s Court
Salacious B. Crumb makes a cameo in the Hutt palace. Jabba’s jester was also seen in trailers and the Kowakian monkey-lizard was sure to laugh at players who visited the palace.Salacious seems to always play a minor role whenever he appears, but is another delight to the fans who know him to be associated with Jabba and his group of criminals.
TheStar Warsfranchise has numerous species from across the galaxy, so the inclusion of Salacious Crumb is also a call back to the species that have been around from the start. The diversity of alien species that have been created for the franchise is vast and seeing that brought intoOutlawsfurther places players in the familiar and immersive universe. Even with a smaller cameo from a minor character like Salacious, it ties into the history of the franchise and creates more constant references to the original trilogy ofStar Warsmovies.
8Bib Fortuna Is A Key Part Of Jabba’s Crime Syndicate
Jabba’s Twi’lek Right Hand
Having a Salacious B. Crumb cameo, Bib Fortuna was sure to show up alongside the court jester. The Twi’lek follower of Jabba the Hutt was also seen in trailers that featured characters from the Hutt palace, further emphasizing the importance ofsiding with Syndicates inStar Wars Outlaws. Even though he is seen as more of a sidekick character by being Jabba’s right hand, he is still a cameo that players will recognize when collaborating with the syndicate.
Star Warsfans will know thatonce Jabba is no longer in control after being killed by Princess Leia, Bib Fortuna does not hesitate to replace him as the crime boss. He has also made an appearance in the animated showStar Wars: The Bad Batch, so he is not a character that exclusively appeared in the original trilogy. Bib is eventually killed by Boba Fett, which was shown in an end credits scene inThe Mandalorian,so seeing him appear before these events is another intriguing detail that rewards fans for their knowledge of the franchise.
7Qi’ra Is An Unsurprising Cameo For The Crimson Dawn
Debuted In Solo: A Star Wars Story
Known as one of the main characters fromSolo: A Star Wars Story, Qi’ra’s return was another cameo teased in trailers before the game’s release. Qi’ra was a memorable character due toEmilia Clark’s portrayal of Qi’raand her history with Han Solo, so her inclusion in the latestStar Warsgame seems to be a strong choice. Her involvement with Kay Vass' story allows players to interact with her directly, cluing fans to what she may have been up to after the cliffhanger of her movie appearance.
The presence of Qi’ra further connectsOutlawsto theStar Warscanon, with her ties to Darth Maul and the Crimson Dawn being important to her character twist in her movie debut. With the game extending her character and answering some questions thatSololeft unanswered, Qi’ra’s cameo comes as an interesting addition to the main story. Being another secret-keeping outlaw, she is also an appropriate pick to have players making deals with.
6Hondo Ohnaka Fits Right In With Galactic Outlaws & Space Pirates
Weequay Pirate Made Famous By Animated Star Wars Series
Appearing in a DLC expansion to the game, Hondo Ohnaka is a notable cameo from theStar WarsTV shows.Outlawswas sure to include its fair share of the franchise’s outlaw charactersand Hondo is a prominent figure in that category. Being known as a beloved scoundrel and a key character in the animated shows likeStar Wars: The Clone WarsandStar Wars Rebels, he is sure to bring life into his upcoming story alongside Kay Vess.
Hondo will be appearing in the story pack “A Pirate’s Treasure,” teased and detailed in theStar Wars OutlawsSeason Pass. Although this cameo seems to be strictly tied to the DLC, the addition appears to be one dedicated to fans of the animated TV shows. The pack will be released sometime in Spring 2025 for those with the season pass, taking players on a new pirate adventure for another installment of Hondo’s galactic shenanigans.
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5Legendary Bounty Hunter Boba Fett Was Practically Inevitable
Imperial Bounty Hunter Turned Tatooine Crime Lord
One large cameo in a brief appearance is that of the fan-favorite bounty hunter Boba Fett. He is located not far from Han’s carbonite prison in Jabba’s palace, where the clone can be spotted through an air vent speaking to a hologram.Boba’s appearance in the palace comes as an expected element, as the bounty hunter is a prominent figure in this section of theStar Warstimeline. Boba Fett’s existence in theStar Warsfranchise expands from the original trilogy to recent installments likeThe Book of Boba Fett.
Boba’s cameo inStar Wars Outlawscomes before he falls into the sarlacc pit inReturn of the Jedi,which is probably his most iconic moment in the entire franchise. Knowing the fate that is to come, seeing Boba Fett before the events ofEpisode 6should be a crucial cameo to include. Even with his small part in the game’s Hutt-centered venture, Boba is an effective figure to reward players who are able to find him.
4Han Solo Makes A Stone-Cold Appearance In Star Wars Outlaws
Frozen In Carbonite At The End Of The Empire Strikes Back
The legendary Han Solo can be found in Jabba the Hutt’s palace, but players should not expect the presence of Harrison Ford himself. Han Solo can be found frozen in his carbonite prison and sadly cannot interact with players. Nonetheless, Han’s appearance is a treat for fans of all levels ofStar Warsknowledge, as having a main character from the original trilogy showing up in a modernStar Warsgame is something special.
Han’s appearance seems brief, butclues players intoOutlaws' exact placement in theStar Warscanon. This cameo places the game between the events ofEpisode 5,The Empire Strikes Back, andEpisode 6,Return of the Jedi. It is a small detail that comes with more complex layers, and the inclusion of one of the most iconic outlaws in the entire franchise makes it all the more memorable.
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3Jabba The Hutt Is A Major Player In Star Wars Outlaws
Leader Of The Hutt Cartel
Players will find themselves back on Tatooine and may come face to face with Jabba the Hutt.The presence of Jabba’s cartel is looming throughout the game, playing a role in the main story as Kay Vess plans for the big heist. His appearance was revealed in trailers leading up to the game’s release, so fans were stoked to see the return of another figure from the originalStar Warstrilogy.
Jabba’s appearance inOutlawsdid stir some questions. Players were under the impression thatJabba’s cameo only occurs if players pay extra, even though he appeared in trailers for the main game. This was implied by the detailed mapping of the different editions and pre-order benefits of the game. The mission “Jabba’s Gambit” came with the Season Pass at launch, where Kay Vess can receive a larger job from the boss of the Hutt crime ring. Even with this quest only being available to those with the season pass, players will still interact with the Hutt syndicate one way or another.
2Lando Calrissian’s Charm Makes Its Way Into Outlaws
Smuggler, Sabacc Shark, & Administrator Of Cloud City
Sabacc high roller and friend of the rebels, Lando Calrissian appears in a side quest in the game. Being a loved character from the originalStar Warstrilogy, Lando’s appearance is sure to please many players. Because of his presence in more recent installments of theStar Warsseries, including Billy Dee Williams' return forThe Rise of Skywalkerand Donald Glover’s portrayal inSolo: A Star Wars Story, Lando seems to be a fan favorite to be making another cameo.
He can be found through the quest “High-Stakes Showdown,” andfinding him may also challenge the player’s Sabacc skills. On the planet Akiva, players will need to play their cards right in order to gain Lando’s assistance and connection to rebel forces. Kay Vess needs to win back something Lando has lost in order to gain his trust, so players should be ready to bet some credits.
1Darth Vader Makes His Presence Felt With Very Little Screen Time
Sith Lord & The Emperor’s Right Hand
Having a cameo from Darth Vader himself seems to bean essential asset to inducing the excitement ofStar Warsfans. Even with only a short amount of screen time alongsideStar Wars Outlaws' main villain, Sliro, Vader’s presence always makes for a thrilling reminder of what galaxy players are adventuring through. With him being such an iconic figure for the franchise, he was sure to make a return for another game following his appearance inStar Wars Jedi: Survivor.
Kay Vass first encounters Darth Vader while on Canto Bight, and once again later on near the end of the main story. Vader’s dramatic and chilling presence sets a tone that not many otherStar Warscharacters are able to express both on screen and in game. While it may seem that a Darth Vader cameo is an easy card to play, it cannot be denied that it is an effective one to present to groundStar Wars Outlawsinto the series' canon.
Star Wars Outlaws
Set between the events of The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, Star Wars Outlaws is an open-world action-adventure game where players hop into the scoundrel boots of Kay Vess, a woman who travels the galaxy Looking for a better life. Together with her furry partner Nix and new allies she meets along the way, Kay will navigate the various landscapes, towns, and planets across the galaxy while outsmarting both Crime Syndicates and the Empire.
