Star Wars Outlaws: Jabba's Gambit Mission Breakdown - Consequences & Rewards Analysis

So you've made it to the infamous "Jabba's Gambit" mission in Star Wars Outlaws, huh? 🎮 This little side hustle throws Kay and her droid buddy ND-5 right into the belly of the beast—or should we say, right into Jabba the Hutt's palace. What starts as a simple debt-repayment job quickly turns into a galactic free-for-all, with the Pyke Syndicate, Crimson Dawn, and even the Empire all wanting a piece of that precious datapad. Talk about a bad day at the office! 😅 But here's where things get spicy—when you finally get your hands on those Imperial schematics, the game drops the ultimate question on you: hand 'em over to the big slug or keep 'em for yourself? Let's break down what actually happens with each choice, because spoiler alert... it's not what you might expect.

The "Play It Safe" Route: Giving Jabba What He Wants

Okay, so you decide to be a good little scoundrel and hand over the schematics to Jabba. You're probably thinking: "Sweet! Hutt Cartel reputation boost incoming! Maybe some extra credits? A shiny new weapon?" Well... prepare for disappointment, my friend. 🙈

Here's the cold, hard truth about choosing this option:

When Kay hands over the schematics, Jabba just kinda... shrugs. Well, as much as a giant slug can shrug. He basically says: "Yeah, I knew you had them the whole time. Nothing gets past me, sweetheart." Then he gives her a warning about not trying to trick him again. ND-5, being the wise droid he is, tells Kay she made the reasonable choice—but agrees that yeah, Jabba pretty much knows everything. That's it. That's the whole payoff.

Honestly? This choice feels about as impactful as a blaster bolt against a Star Destroyer's hull. 💥 It's one of those moments where you finish the mission and go: "Wait... that was it?" But hey, at least you get to see Jabba's lovely... uh... palace decor?

The "Rogue Scoundrel" Play: Keeping Those Sweet Schematics

Now THIS is where things get interesting! 🤑 When you tell Jabba to take a hike and keep the schematics for yourself, you actually get... wait for it... REAL REWARDS!

Here's what happens when you play keep-away with Jabba's prize:

1. 💰 2,000 Credits straight to your pocket! That's not chump change in the Outer Rim!

2. 📋 The "Imperial Schematics" item appears in your inventory (which you can sell for said credits)

3. 😠 Jabba gets PISSED (like, really pissed)

4. 📉 But... your Hutt Cartel reputation doesn't budge! Seriously!

When Kay decides to keep the schematics, Jabba goes full Hutt-rage mode. He tells her she now owes him a debt—just like ND-5 did—for double-crossing him. But here's the kicker: he doesn't actually do anything about it. No bounty hunters come after you. No Hutt Cartel soldiers chase you down. Not even a sternly-worded holomessage later in the game!

ND-5 gives you the classic "I told you so" speech outside the palace, reminding you he warned against deceiving Jabba. But that debt Jabba mentioned? It's about as real as a Jawa's promise. You'll never hear about it again, and you'll never have to repay it.

The Real Tea: Why This Choice Doesn't Matter (And Why That's Problematic) ☕

Let's be real for a second—this mission's choice system is about as deep as a puddle on Tatooine. 🌵 And that's... kind of a bummer.

Here's why this mission feels oddly hollow:

• 🎭 Zero narrative consequences: Whether you betray the galaxy's most feared crime lord or play by his rules... nothing changes in the larger story.

• 🤖 Character relationships remain static: ND-5 doesn't treat you differently. Your crew doesn't comment on it. It's like it never happened.

• 🏆 No reputation impact: You'd think betraying Jabba would at least lower your standing with the Hutt Cartel, right? Nope!

• ⏳ Missed opportunity: This could have been a cool moment where your choice actually mattered—maybe affecting later missions or dialogue options.

Some players have pointed out that this might be because "Jabba's Gambit" is part of the Season Pass content. If it had major story consequences, Season Pass owners would get a different experience than base-game players, which could cause some serious community drama. Still... couldn't they have at least made the choice feel meaningful within the mission itself?

The Verdict: What Should You Actually Do? 🏆

Alright, let's cut to the chase. After all this analysis, here's the cold, hard recommendation:

🚨 KEEP THE SCHEMATICS! 🚨

Why? Let me break it down with some simple math:

Option A (Give to Jabba):

• Rewards: 0 Credits

• Consequences: 0

• Cool Factor: 2/10

Option B (Keep for Yourself):

• Rewards: 2,000 Credits 💰

• Consequences: 0 (despite what Jabba says)

• Cool Factor: 8/10 (you stood up to Jabba!)

It's a no-brainer! You get paid, you get to feel like a badass who didn't bow to a crime lord, and you suffer exactly zero negative repercussions. It's basically free money with extra bragging rights.

The Bigger Picture: Star Wars Outlaws' Choice Problem 🔍

This mission highlights a wider issue in Star Wars Outlaws that critics and players have noticed: inconsistent choice impact. Some missions have choices that really matter—affecting reputations, changing outcomes, altering relationships. Others, like "Jabba's Gambit," have choices that feel... well, pointless.

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Final Thoughts: Is "Jabba's Gambit" Worth Playing? 🤔

Look, despite the choice system being about as threatening as an Ewok with a stick, "Jabba's Gambit" isn't a bad mission. It's short, sweet, and gives you:

• ✅ More time with ND-5 (who's low-key one of the game's best characters)

• ✅ Some fun combat against Pyke Syndicate goons

• ✅ A chance to visit Jabba's palace (always a visual treat)

• ✅ Either a cool story moment OR 2,000 free credits

Just... manage your expectations. This isn't a mission that's going to change the galaxy. It's a side hustle—a quick job with quick rewards (if you play your cards right). Think of it like grabbing some extra creds between the real story missions.

So if you're staring at that choice screen right now, wondering what to do... take the money and run, scoundrel. Take the money and run. 💨

May the Credits be with you! ✨