Features
- The Outer Worlds 2 is the eagerly awaited sequel to the award-winning first-person sci-fi RPG from Obsidian Entertainment.
- Get ready for an action-packed adventure with a new crew, new weapons, and new enemies in a new colony! So much newness!
- As a daring Earth Directorate, the entire galaxy, rests on your decisions—your strengths, your flaws, your crew, and the factions you choose to trust.
- Build your character with the abilities and choices that reflect your playstyle. The colony reacts to your every move, crafting a narrative that’s yours to own.
- Recruit companions with unique traits, backgrounds, and goals, making them an integral part of the immersive story you create together.
Product Description
ABOUT THE GAME
So much newness! As a daring and most likely good-looking Earth Directorate agent, you must uncover the source of devastating rifts threatening to destroy all of humanity. Your investigation leads to Arcadia, home of skip drive technology, where the fate of the colony, and ultimately the entire galaxy, rests on your decisions—your strengths, your flaws, your crew, and the factions you choose to trust.
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In-Depth Look
Explore a new frontier
The Arcadia colony is engulfed in a factional war, as the Protectorate’s rule is challenged by the rebellion of their religious order and a corporate invasion. Navigate diverse zones, uncover hidden lore, and shape the fate of a system on the brink!
Your commander, your way
Build your character with the abilities and choices that reflect your playstyle. The colony reacts to your moves, crafting a narrative that’s yours to own—whether you’re an astute strategist, a crusader for chaos, or something different altogether.
Enlist your companions
Recruit companions with unique traits, backgrounds and goals. Whether you choose to help them achieve their ambitions or steer them toward your own objectives, your influence shapes their growth (or death).
Specs
Order Attributes
| UPC | 196388598625 |
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General
| Brand Name | Microsoft |
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| Vendor Part Number | EP2-41536 |
| GameStop Exclusive | false |
Gameplay
| Number of Players | 1 |
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| Online Multiplayer | false |
| Co-op Mode | false |
| Perspective | 1st Person |
| Genre | RPG |
| Interactive Elements | No Interactive Elements |
Compatability
| Compatible Platforms | PlayStation 5 |
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Fandom
| Franchise | The Outer Worlds |
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| Publisher Name | Microsoft |
Dimension
| Product Length | 7.5 |
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| Product Width | 5.37 |
| Product Height | 0.56 |
| Product Unit of Measure | in |
| Product Weight | 0.26 |
| Product Weight Unit of Measure | lbs |
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Outer Worlds 2?
The Outer Worlds 2 is a forthcoming first-person action RPG created by Obsidian Entertainment. As a direct sequel to the 2019 game, it carries on the series' hallmark mix of dark humor, branching storylines, and retro-futuristic sci-fi visuals. The game features a new main character and broadens the universe beyond the Halcyon colony.
When is the release date?
The Outer Worlds 2 is scheduled for release on October 29, 2025. It is available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
What is the gameplay like?
The game retains the series' core mechanics, featuring:
First-person combat: Utilizing a variety of firearms and melee weapons.
Character customization: Players can tailor their protagonist's skills and abilities to suit different playstyles.
Branching narratives: Choices impact the story's progression and the game's world.
Expanded universe: Exploration beyond the Halcyon colony to new planets and factions.
Are there new companions?
Yes, The Outer Worlds 2 introduces several new companions, each with unique backgrounds and abilities. Notable companions include:
Niles: An Earth Directorate agent.
Valerie: A quirky automech drone.
Marisol: A deadly assassin-mathematician.
Aza: A mysterious cultist.
Inez: A combat medic with a dark past.
Tristan: A heavily armored Protectorate arbiter.
What are the available editions?
There are two main editions:
Standard Edition (PS5 & Xbox Series X|S): Includes the base game.
Premium Edition (PS5 & Xbox Series X|S): Offers up to five days of early access, the Commander Zane’s Anti-Monopolistic Battle Pack, a DLC Pass for two future story expansions, and access to the digital artbook and soundtrack.
Is there a pre-order bonus?
Yes, all pre-orders grant the Commander Zane’s Anti-Monopolistic Battle Pack, which includes:
A Pet ED Drone.
Zane’s Pistol.
Zane’s Dagger.
Zane’s Uniform.
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Questions & Answers
Important Info
You must accept the Microsoft Services Agreement (microsoft.com/msa). Requires download(s) (significant storage, broadband internet connection and ISP fees apply). May require additional hardware and subscriptions. Features, services, and support not available in all regions (xbox.com/regions), and may vary, change, or be retired over time. May contain in-game purchases. Microsoft account required. Except as required by law, codes are non-refundable.
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*Story expansions available as released, see xbox.com/games/the-outer-worlds-2.
PC: OS: Windows 10/11 with updates; Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2600 / Intel i5-8400; Graphics: AMD RX 5700 / Nvidia GTX 1070 / Intel Arc A580; Memory: 16GB RAM; Storage: 110GB, SSD required; DirectX®: 12. Performance scales with higher-end systems.