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The Outer Worlds 2: What We Know So Far
Do not confuse The Outer Worlds 2 with Outer Wilds — the indie game that also came out in the same year as The Outer Worlds. This upcoming sequel is a sci-fi RPG developed by Obsidian Entertainment, initially announced by Xbox during the 2021 E3 event. The original game was highly praised, with some considering it one of the standout titles on the Xbox Series X, fueling anticipation about the continuation of this universe. With other upcoming Xbox titles like Perfect Dark and Gears of War: E-Day, it seems like the platform’s future is packed with exciting projects.
Many were caught off guard by the news about The Outer Worlds 2, but even with limited details available, we can make educated guesses about what to expect. Here’s everything known and suspected about the game so far.
Will The Outer Worlds 2 Be Available on Other Platforms?
The sequel will also be featured among the upcoming titles for PlayStation 5 and PC. However, it won’t be released on Nintendo Switch at launch — though it might appear on a future Switch 2 list.
Release Date
Mark your calendars: The Outer Worlds 2 is set to launch on October 29, 2025.
Platform Availability
The game will be available on Xbox Series X, PC, and PlayStation 5 at the same time. This move suggests a shift from traditional console exclusives, making it accessible to a wider audience from day one.
Official Trailers and Teasers
The first glimpse of The Outer Worlds 2 was a teaser released during E3 2021. It’s more of a humorous sketch than a typical trailer, with a narrator who’s upfront about the game’s sparse details—admitting they only have the title and some vague ideas. The clip features a monster that won’t appear in the final product and satirizes typical game trailers, highlighting slow-motion shots and sweeping environment views with a humorous tone.
While the teaser offers little concrete information, it confirms the game’s existence and its space setting. A brief tweet from the official Outer Worlds account added that the game will feature “a new star system, a new crew, but the same Outer Worlds vibe,” hinting at new locations and characters while maintaining continuity with the original.
Connections to the First Game
The mascot for the sequel remains Moon Man, representing the Spacer’s Choice corporation—tying into the first game’s lore. Given that one ending of the original involved the fate of Halcyon Holdings, which controls Spacer’s Choice, the story’s direction in the sequel will be intriguing to follow. The phrase “New crew” implies that most of the original party members won’t return as playable characters, though some might appear as NPCs, which leaves fans speculating about potential callbacks.
Gameplay and Story Hints
The tone and humor of the first game seem to be preserved in The Outer Worlds 2. The reveal trailer from The Game Awards 2024 showcases gameplay, offering a glimpse of the mechanics without revealing specifics of the story.
What Will the Gameplay Be Like?
Early footage indicates that the gameplay remains rooted in first-person shooter mechanics with a mix of ranged and melee combat options. Expect weapons like laser guns, pistols, explosives, and even melee weapons like knives and grenades. One moment from the trailer shows a mechanic reminiscent of Tactical Time Dilation—where time slows down during grenade throws, allowing players to shoot near enemies with precision.
The game seems to introduce elemental weapon modding, demonstrated by a shot that freezes enemies in place with icy blasts before bashing them. Also seen are new alien foes on different planets, suggesting more diverse environments and enemies.
An eight-minute gameplay segment shared by IGN features a mission in a facility with a companion named Aza. The demo illustrates a stealth approach, silent takedowns, and subsequent combat escalation when enemies discover a body. Players will have various dialogue options, some unlocked through skills, and the main character remains voiceless, allowing for personalized responses.
New gadgets like the N-Ray Scanner are shown, granting the ability to see enemies through walls and trace power cables—adding tools for combat and puzzle-solving.
Game Environment
Unlike its predecessor’s open-world design, The Outer Worlds 2 will feature segmented locations, loading screens briefly transitioning between areas instead of seamless open worlds.
Preordering and Editions
The game is available for preorder at $70, with an initial price of $80 lowered after some discussions. Buyers can opt for the standard edition or the premium package, priced at $100, which includes early access, a DLC pass, a special corporate-themed prize pack, and digital art and soundtrack collections.
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