Ah, Nix. My little furry partner in crime. In the galaxy of Star Wars Outlaws, he's more than just a cute face—he's my eyes, ears, and sometimes, my conscience. But let me tell you, for a creature that helps me pickpocket Stormtroopers and disable security systems, he can be surprisingly... sensitive. To unlock one of his most useful upgrades, the Feelers Out ability, I had to do the unthinkable: I had to make him jealous. And let me tell you, that was a whole adventure in itself.
You see, unlocking abilities in this game isn't just about collecting credits or finishing main story missions. It's about tracking down Experts and completing their quirky tasks. Some want you to master stealth takedowns, others have you pulling off heists without a hitch. But for the Feelers Out upgrade? The requirement was a bit more personal. I had to get on Nix's bad side. Luckily, Nix gets jealous rather easily. I mean, come on, he's basically a space weasel with an attitude.
So, how do you annoy your helpful little companion? It's simple, really, but it feels so wrong. You have to pet another animal right in front of him. That's it. Nix and I share a close bond—I can give him scratches almost anywhere, and he'll purr (or whatever the Nix-equivalent is). But the moment I show affection to some random critter on Toshara or Tatooine, he turns his back on me. Literally. He'll just sit there, facing the other way, all sulky. Sometimes I even hear my character, Kay, mutter, "Play nice, Nix." It's both hilarious and heartbreaking!
Finding animals to pet is the easy part. As I explored the various planets, I kept my eyes peeled for any roaming creatures. The game is pretty good about giving you a UI prompt when you can interact with them. I found plenty just wandering around Jaunta's Hope on Toshara and in the wildlands outside the settlement. As such, it shouldn't be too difficult to find creatures to pet. Here's a quick list of places I found friendly (and jealousy-inducing) fauna:
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Jaunta's Hope, Toshara: Those little scurriers near the landing pads.
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Tatooine Dunes: Strange lizard-like creatures sunning themselves on rocks.
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Kijimi's Markets: Even in the cold, there were fuzzy things begging for attention.
But making Nix jealous is only part of the requirement to unlock Feelers Out. The Expert also wanted me to prove my teamwork with Nix was top-notch. The full checklist looked like this:
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Make Nix Jealous by petting another animal while he's nearby. (Check! Mission accomplished, though I felt a little guilty.)
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Use Nix to Fetch Items three times. This means having him grab a weapon, a grenade, and a bacta vial from the environment. Super handy in a tight spot!
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Complete a Thief Contract without being detected. This one tests your stealth skills, but with Nix's help for distractions and scouting, it's totally doable.
None of these objectives are super hard, especially if you're already playing a sneaky style. Kay has a great toolkit for staying out of sight. The real payoff comes after you hand in the completed tasks. Unlocking Feelers Out is a game-changer for stealth players. This doubles the distance of Nix Sense. Before, Nix could only mark enemies that were practically on top of us. Now? He can sniff them out from much farther away, giving me precious extra seconds to plan my route, set up a distraction, or just avoid trouble altogether. It's like giving him a long-range radar upgrade.
Is it the absolute best ability in the game? Maybe not—there are some flashier combat upgrades. But for someone like me who prefers to slip in and out of Imperial facilities like a ghost, it's incredibly valuable. It turns Nix from a great companion into an essential reconnaissance tool. Sure, he might give me the cold shoulder for a minute after I pet that cute Loth-cat, but he always comes around. He knows we're a team.
Looking at the bigger picture, Star Wars Outlaws in 2026 remains a fantastic open-world adventure. The dynamic between Kay and Nix is still one of its strongest points. These little character-driven challenges, like making your own companion jealous, add a layer of charm you don't always find in big action games. It reminds you that these characters have personalities. Nix isn't just a tool; he's a friend with feelings. A friend who, I've learned, does not like to share the spotlight.
So, if you're out there scouring the galaxy, remember: sometimes progress requires a little emotional manipulation. Find a furry stranger, give it a scratch, and watch your best buddy pout. It's for a good cause, I promise. The enhanced scouting is worth the temporary guilt. Now, if you'll excuse me, I need to go find a treat to bribe Nix back into a good mood. A guy can hold a grudge, you know?