For decades, Star Wars games kept recycling the same old Jedi-and-blaster formula, leaving fans feeling as bored as a protocol droid at a moisture farm convention. Then came Ubisoft's Star Wars Outlaws last year, blasting onto the scene like a rogue Corellian freighter to finally let players embrace their inner scoundrel. It wasn't just a breath of fresh air—it was a full-on hurricane in the stagnant galaxy of Star Wars gaming, proving that you don’t need a lightsaber to have a damn good time. Now, imagine swapping protagonist Kay Vess for the smoothest operator this side of Tatooine: Lando Calrissian. Seriously, why hasn’t this happened yet? Lucasfilm’s sitting on a gold mine, and it’s high time they cashed in.

The Lando-shaped Black Hole in Star Wars Lore

Lando Calrissian burst onto screens in 1980’s The Empire Strikes Back, oozing charm like Billy Dee Williams oozes charisma (seriously, the man could sell ice to a Hoth wampa). Yet, despite being a fan favorite for over 40 years, his story’s been neglected worse than a Jawa’s hygiene routine. 🫣 Canon material? Barely a blip:

Media Type Lando Appearances Depth of Story
Films (Solo, Rise of Skywalker) Cameos Shallow as a puddle on Crait
Games (Battlefront, Outlaws) Side roles About as fleshed out as a skeleton crew
Books/Comics Post-2012 purge Wiped from canon like a faulty memory chip

Honestly, it’s criminal. We've seen Han Solo’s origin story, Boba Fett’s redemption arc—but Lando? Nada. Where’s the tale of how this slick gambler turned Cloud City into his personal empire? Or the shady dealings that made him the galaxy’s most dapper crime lord? The current canon treats him like background decor, and frankly, that’s a travesty worse than Jar Jar’s dialogue.

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How Star Wars Outlaws Blueprinted the Perfect Scoundrel Simulator

Ubisoft nailed the scoundrel fantasy with Outlaws, and man, did it feel good. Playing as Kay Vess, you weren’t some Chosen One—you were a grimy opportunist hustling through cantinas, bribing Hutts, and blasting stormtroopers when diplomacy failed (which was always). The game’s open world was a playground of chaos, letting you:

  • ⚡️ Negotiate with crime syndicates (because sometimes blasters are overkill)

  • 🌍 Hop between planets like a smuggler with a death wish

  • 💰 Build a reputation that’d make even Jabba raise an eyebrow

Sliding into Lando’s cape for a similar game? Absolute perfection. Picture it: swindling pirates on Bespin, sweet-talking Imperial officers with that velvet voice, and pulling heists so audacious they’d leave Han Solo speechless. Kay’s journey was fun, but Lando’s got panache. The man’s got style, swagger, and a wardrobe that deserves its own DLC.

Why a Lando Game Would Be the Ultimate Star Wars Power Move

A Star Wars Outlaws-style game starring Lando isn’t just logical—it’s fan-service nirvana. 🤩 It could bridge the gap between Solo (where we met young Lando) and Empire Strikes Back (where he’s running Cloud City), diving into untold stories like:

  1. His rise from gambler to Baron Administrator (cape flips mandatory)

  2. Run-ins with the Crimson Dawn or Black Sun syndicates

  3. That time he definitely cheated at sabacc to win the Falcon

The beauty? Outlaws already laid the groundwork. Swap Kay’s grungy underworld for Lando’s high-stakes glam, add his signature wit (“Why hello there, gorgeous” to every NPC), and boom—you’ve got gold. Plus, exploring his moral gray zones? Chef’s kiss. Unlike Jedi, Lando’s choices aren’t about light vs. dark; they’re about profit vs. survival, with a side of sass.

The Future: More Scoundrels, Less Jedi Monotony

Star Wars Outlaws proved the galaxy’s seedy underbelly is way more fun than another lightsaber tutorial. If Ubisoft won’t greenlight a sequel, hand the reins to another studio—just don’t let this concept die! Lando’s the ideal candidate, but why stop there? Imagine games featuring:

  • 😈 Hondo Ohnaka’s pirate shenanigans

  • 🕵️‍♀️ Doctor Aphra’s rogue archaeology antics

  • 💀 Cad Bane’s bounty-hunting brutality

The potential’s limitless. Lucasfilm, if you’re listening: quit sitting on your hands. Gamers want blasters, not blue milk. Give us Lando, give us chaos, and for the love of the Force—make it open-world!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Why is Lando such a big deal anyway? Can’t we just move on?

A: Move on? Blasphemy! Lando’s the OG smooth-talker with a heart of gold-plated opportunism. He’s iconic, underused, and represents Star Wars’ coolest era—the scoundrel years.

Q: What exactly makes Star Wars Outlaws a good template for his game?

A: It ditches Jedi nonsense for criminal underworld chaos: smuggling, negotiating, and shooting first. Lando’s whole vibe is built for this—think of it as Grand Theft Falcon.

Q: Will we ever actually get a Lando game?

A: Who knows? Lucasfilm announced a project ages ago, but it’s radio silent. If fans scream loud enough, maybe. Until then, we wait. Sigh.

Q: Could this work as a movie instead?

A: Sure, but games let you be Lando—charming, scheming, and looking fabulous while doing it. Films can’t match that interactive swagger.

Q: What about Donald Glover? Should he voice Lando if it happens?

A: Is the Death Star spherical? Glover’s pitch-perfect casting. Nuff said.