The Outer Worlds 2 is nearly right here, aiming to not simply be larger than its predecessor however a greater RPG in each respect when it releases on October 29 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Sequence X and S.
We predict Obsidian’s sci-fi sequel is one in every of this fall’s most slept-on video games, presumably resulting from a bumpy begin after The Outer Worlds 2 was initially touted as Microsoft’s first $80 sport. The writer U-turned on the choice only a month later, nonetheless, saying it was conserving the value at $69.99 “according to present market circumstances.”
We had a good time with The Outer Worlds 2 after we previewed it again in August, writing: “If it’s not clear by now, I’m actually into what Obsidian is doing with The Outer Worlds 2. Whereas I appreciated Obsidian’s prior try at this universe, I by no means completely fell for it, however what the studio has achieved right here on this prologue is strictly what I’d hoped for the primary time round. And that’s precisely why I’m keen to guess that The Outer Worlds 2 will likely be a type of sequels. Those that lastly take an thought all the best way to greatness.”
The Outer Worlds 2’s official launch date is October 29, however in case you’ve purchased the $99.99 Premium Version, you’ll be able to leap in 5 days early from October 23-24, relying upon the place you’re on the planet. Xbox Recreation Cross subscribers may also leap in early if they’ve a sound subscription and improve to the premium version for $29.99. The Outer Worlds 2 is obtainable for pre-download now.
The Outer Worlds 2 Early Entry Launch Instances
Thursday, October 23, 2025
PDT (San Francisco):
- 9pm
Friday, October 24, 2025
EDT (New York):
- 12am midnight
BST (London):
- 5am
CEST (Paris, Rome, Berlin):
- 6am
EEST (Turkey):
- 7am
HKT (Hong Kong):
- 12pm midday
CST (Beijing):
- 12pm midday
JST (Tokyo):
- 1pm
AEST (Sydney):
- 3pm
The Outer Worlds 2 World Launch Instances
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
PDT (San Francisco):
- 10am
EDT (New York):
- 1pm
BST (London):
- 5pm
CEST (Paris, Rome, Berlin):
- 6pm
EEST (Turkey):
- 8pm
Thursday, October 30, 2025
HKT (Hong Kong):
- 1am
CST (Beijing):
- 1am
JST (Tokyo):
- 2am
AEST (Sydney):
- 4am
Vikki Blake is a reporter for IGN, in addition to a critic, columnist, and marketing consultant with 15+ years expertise working with among the world’s largest gaming websites and publications. She’s additionally a Guardian, Spartan, Silent Hillian, Legend, and perpetually Excessive Chaos. Discover her at BlueSky.