Obsidian Entertainment’s latest reveal for The Outer Worlds 2 after the Xbox Showcase has fans preparing to dive into the chaotic colony of Arcadia, a setting the team has alluded to being even more raucous than Halcyon. Today’s showcase detailed Arcadia, listed the release date, and provided a price tag for both the base game and deluxe version.
If you’re ready to enter a new lawless frontier, The Outer Worlds 2’s Arcadia looks like it will fit the bill. Ravaged by space-time rifts, intense faction rivalries, and corporate greed spiraling out of control, there’s a lot to contend with in this exciting sequel to Obsidian’s The Outer Worlds. Players will step into the role of an Earth Directorate agent, shaping their journey with expanded character traits, flaws, and backgrounds that dynamically influence gameplay.
Central to The Outer Worlds 2 are three factions outlined in the official Xbox Showcase post, which includes the authoritarian Protectorate, corporate giant Auntie’s Choice, and the faith-driven scientists of The Order of the Ascendant. Player choices dramatically impact the colony’s fate, influencing real-time power shifts and propaganda broadcasts across Arcadia.
Combat and movement systems have been enhanced from the first game, though you should expect the return of fan-favorite science weapons like the Shrink Ray. Parkour-style traversal was also shown in the official trailer outlining novel ways to navigate the world. In addition, six unique companions, each with their own agendas and moral complexities, will further shape the player’s experience.
Notably, The Outer Worlds 2 is Xbox’s first title launching at an increased price point of $79.99 USD, and if you’re interested in playing the game on Steam or PlayStation 5 that may be a haughty base price to pay. Luckily. subscribers for Xbox Game Pass can access it day one via their Xbox or via Xbox Cloud, significantly reducing the cost barrier for subscribers. The Outer Worlds 2 will be available October 29th, 2025.
