Released back in 2019, Outward is an open-world survival RPG that’s managed to attract a fairly dedicated audience (Canadian developer Nine Dots Studio claims it’s sold over 1.3 million units). Back in 2022 we got a new “Definitive Edition” of the game for current-gen platforms, and now it seems a full-on sequel is in the works. Just announced today, Outward 2 will build on the foundation laid down by the first game, with livelier NPCs, improved character creation, updated combat, and more. You can check out a trailer for Outward 2, below.
Looks like a nice little update over the original Outward! Need to know more? Here’s Nine Dots’ official description for Outward 2…
“You are only human, and the life of an adventurer is perilous. It’s not just creatures and brigands that threatens you. Hunger, illness and the elements are all part of your journey into the vast regions of Aurai. But with sufficient preparation, even ordinary people can achieve extraordinary things. Your victories will be earned, not handed to you.
Developed in the footsteps of the original successful game, the open world RPG Outward 2 will improve the gaming experience in every aspect. Get ready to explore a breathing world with year long calendar of events, unrivaled unique encounters and refined combat.”
Key features:
- A world that feels more alive than ever: Countless non-combat encounters, impactful day/night cycles and seasonal weather conditions affecting NPC’s behavior and more meaningful character encounters for a poignant deeper story.
- Improved character creation and progression: Major overhaul in the character’s appearance customization, brand new exercise tree and tasks to unlock improvements and more..
- A refined combat system: Improved combat responsiveness as well as the addition of the much requested dual-wielding!
It seems Nine Dots are keeping busy, as in addition to Outward 2, they’ve also announced the new grid-based roguelike Lost in Prayer and the colorful dungeon-crawler Witherbloom.
Outward 2 is coming to PC and unspecified consoles. A release window has yet to be set.
