Xboxhas had a huge 2025 so far, andObsidianhas been a big part of that.Avowedwas one of the platform’s biggest games during the first half of the year, andit will kick off the back half of 2025 with Grounded 2 in July. Hard to believe that what will likely be the biggest of those three Obsidian games this year is yet to come, as the studio has confirmedThe Outer Worlds 2 is still on track to be here before the end of 2025.
The Outer Worlds 2will bereleased onXbox Series X|S,PlayStation 5, andPCon Jul 14, 2025. A period that has quickly become incredibly busy for the video game industry, likely because studios with games ready to go werewaiting for GTA 6 to be delayed. If you’re excited to return toThe Outer Worldslater this year via its sequel, you can find everything you need about placing a pre-order below, including its controversial price and what your options are if you haveXbox Game Pass.
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Access to The Outer Worlds 2 Digital Artbook & Original Soundtrack
There are two editions of The Outer Worlds 2 to choose from - standard and premium.The standard edition will cost $79.99, and that has, understandably, caused a bit of a stir.Xbox revealed it would be following in Nintendo’s footstepsand making the leap to $80 games before the end of the year, and here we are.The Outer Worlds 2 will be Xbox’s first $80 game, meaning it will be the benchmark for the studio as it explores whether people are willing to pay extra for its triple-A games.
That’s unless Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 launches first, which, while not confirmed, will almost certainly be an $80 game.
Those of you interested in the premium edition of The Outer Worlds 2 likely aren’t phased about the higher asking price for the sequel. If you want the flashier version,it’s going to cost you $99.99. With the more expensive version, you get Moon Man’s premium prize pack and access to the game’s artbook and soundtrack. You’ll also not need to worry about paying for Outer Worlds 2’s DLC - Obsidian has confirmed there will be at least two story expansions - and get access to the game five days earlier than everyone else.
Playing And Upgrading To The Premium Edition On Game Pass
Playing On Game Pass Doesn’t Mean You Have To Miss Out On Premium Features
That doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the premium edition and the extras that come with it.The premium upgrade is available to pre-order and it costs $29.99, the difference in price between the standard and premium editions. The premium upgrade includes all of the extras that come with the premium edition, including the five days of early access if you buy it before release day. you’re able to also buy the premium upgrade if you have already pre-ordered the standard edition but have changed your mind and now want more.
FAQ
Is The Outer Worlds 2 A Direct Sequel?
It’s unclear just how much of a sequel to the original game’s story The Outer Worlds 2 will be. Currently, we know that it will be set in the Arcadia star system and seemingly takes place after the events of The Outer Worlds.
Was The Outer Worlds A Success?
Yes, the original The Outer Worlds a success. According to the latest data, it sold more than five million copies. It alsoscored an 83 on OpenCritic.
