Obsidian`s highly anticipated first-person sci-fi RPG, The Outer Worlds 2, is set to launch on October 29 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Pre-orders are currently open for this sequel, which promises to transport players back to the distinct, retro-futuristic vision of the future that defined the original. Expect new territories to discover, various factions to align with, and unique companions to recruit, all while retaining the series` signature satirical wit and striking art direction.
Initially, The Outer Worlds 2 was projected to be Microsoft`s first Xbox-published title retailing for $80. However, approximately six weeks after its announcement, on July 23, Microsoft revised this pricing strategy. The game`s standard edition is now set at $70. This change aligns The Outer Worlds 2 with other Microsoft-published titles, such as Gears of War: Reloaded and Ninja Gaiden 4, which are also planned for simultaneous release on PS5 later this year.
For a significant portion of Xbox and PC players, the retail price of The Outer Worlds 2 is less relevant, as it will be available via Game Pass from day one. While a month of Game Pass Ultimate costs $20, offering a seemingly cost-effective way to play, access to the game is contingent upon an active subscription. Those who prefer to own the game outright, whether digitally or physically, can opt for the $70 standard edition or the Premium Edition. The Premium Edition provides a season pass, additional DLC, and early access to the full game. Both editions also come with extra incentives for pre-ordering.
Physical game enthusiasts can pre-order boxed copies of both the Standard and Premium Editions for PlayStation 5.
Pre-order Incentives for The Outer Worlds 2
All pre-orders, whether digital or physical, include Commander Zane’s Anti-Monopolistic Battle Pack. This bonus content, available at launch, features:
- Zane`s Uniform Armor
- Zane`s Pistol and Dagger weapons
- A Pet Ed Drone
Furthermore, pre-ordering The Outer Worlds 2 Premium Edition grants players up to five days of early access, allowing them to start playing on October 24.
Standard Edition
The Standard Edition of The Outer Worlds 2 comprises the base game. Early purchases also include the Commander Zane’s Anti-Monopolistic Battle Pack as a pre-order bonus. For those who pre-ordered at the initial $80 price, the final charge will reflect the revised $70 cost.
Premium Edition
The Outer Worlds 2 also offers a Premium Edition, initially priced at $100 (though there`s speculation it might adjust to $90). This edition features a Season Pass, granting access to two post-launch story expansion DLCs. In addition to the Commander Zane’s Anti-Monopolistic Battle Pack, Premium Edition pre-orders provide five-day early access to the full game starting October 24. The Premium Edition includes:
- The Outer Worlds 2 base game
- DLC Pass (Story Expansions 1 & 2, post-launch)
- Moon Man’s Corporate Appreciation Premium Prize Pack (costumes, weapons, bonus pet)
- Digital Artbook
- Digital Soundtrack
- 5-day early access (starting October 24)
For physical collectors, the Premium Edition is available for PS5 and Xbox Series X. Notably, the Xbox Series X physical version comes as a digital code in a box, not a disc, making it the sole “physical” option for Xbox.
Enthusiasts of The Outer Worlds series might also be interested in “The Art of The Outer Worlds 2,” an upcoming 208-page art book slated for release on December 16, a few weeks after the game. This book delves into the creative process and artistic evolution behind The Outer Worlds 2, showcasing hundreds of illustrations, concept art, and developer insights. It covers a wide range of topics, from the game`s varied environments to its new roster of companions.