Star Wars Outlaws Explorer Mode Lets Players Turn Off Navigational “Yellow Paint”

Star Wars Outlaws Explorer Mode Lets Players Turn Off Navigational "Yellow Paint"

As a seasoned gamer with decades under my belt, I’ve seen the evolution of gaming from pixelated pixels to photorealistic masterpieces. Over this time, one aspect that has always bugged me is the excessive handholding in modern games – the ubiquitous “yellow paint” pointing out every interactive object like a neon-lit highway. So when I heard about Ubisoft’s new Explorer Mode for Star Wars Outlaws, my heart skipped a beat.


In just about a month, the upcoming game titled “Star Wars Outlaws” will provide players with an intriguing new feature. The feature, called “Explorer Mode,” as disclosed by PC Gamer, allows “Star Wars Outlaws” to eliminate highlighted hints from its game world. If you’ve ever found the “yellow paint” that signifies every interactive item in a game’s environment annoying, then Explorer Mode is for you! This mode will strip away the “guiding color on core navigational elements,” giving you the freedom to explore and discover things without any guidance. In other words, if you feel modern games offer too much direction, this feature lets you turn off guiding colors and figure out solutions independently!

The effectiveness of this feature in real-game scenarios is yet to be determined, but based on its description, it seems to cater to a broad audience, particularly those seeking more enjoyment. For players who prefer assisted play, there’s no alteration whatsoever. However, for those craving a bit more difficulty, the option is available. Over the past few years, game developers have been striving to create inclusive games while still preserving a level of challenge. While inclusivity is crucial, maintaining a challenging aspect is equally important. It appears Ubisoft may have struck an ideal balance with this feature, which could make the game more appealing.

Over the past few years, I’ve found myself deeply engrossed in discussions about the application of “yellow color” in video games. Game developers often employ this hue to signify elements that can be interacted with, which has been advantageous for some players. However, the overuse of it has sparked a wave of dissent among gamers. For those who relish the sense of achievement derived from gaming, “yellow color” has become an unwelcome nuisance at best. As we await news about whether Explorer Mode will be incorporated into Ubisoft’s upcoming title, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, I can only hope that future games from the publisher will offer this option as a standard feature.

On August 30th, I’ll be thrilled to join other Star Wars fans in trying out the Explorer Mode for ourselves, as the much-anticipated release of Star Wars Outlaws drops on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

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2024-07-31 21:09