GameWatcher details the Outward 2 release date, the platforms it will appear on, gameplay, trailers, and more.
The sequel to Nine Dots Studios’ distinct RPG experience is naturally going bigger, but not forgetting its roots as a freeing journey of an everyman just trying to get by in a vast fantasy world built on the struggle for survival.
The first game was a unique treat in the RPG space, so I, and many others, are keen to see what the developer can do with Outward 2. So let’s take a look at the Outward 2 release date, gameplay details, trailers, and more.
Outward 2 Release Date
Nine Dots Studio has announced that the Outward 2 Early Access release date is no longer happening on July 7, 2026. It will now be released in 2027 for PC, and probably won’t have an early access period. Nine Dots decided to delay the release after thoroughly reviewing community feedback from the recent closed and open betas.
Hi everyone,
I know that this might seem sudden, as not that long ago we released a trailer inviting people to explore Aurai this summer, but the truth is that if we just stubbornly stick to the plan, we’re delivering a product that might not satisfy your expectations. The last thing we want to do is disappoint fans of Outward and there have been a lot of comments stating that they wish for the game to spend more time in development before the launch. The point of a playtest is to listen to feedback, and so we will.
Dropping this news is especially painful, knowing that some of our most dedicated players actually planned their summer break around the release date. It sucks for you, and I personally apologize to everyone affected this way. However, it would be even worse if you ended up playing something over your vacation that you were not even happy with.
It’s hard to gauge what the appropriate degree of stability is for Early Access. The best we can do is take a hard, honest look at the game, and at our team, and ask: in a few weeks, will this be good enough to charge money for? Our aim is to have such a stark jump between this playtest and the Early Access launch that we earn the trust of our players. You were there for the first Outward and that’s why we were successful. We want you to be happy to be there again for Outward 2.
Thank you to everyone who participated in our beta and playtests, who provided feedback, who shared our news, talked with us directly during streams or on Discord. I apologize that we couldn’t give you the game you guys deserve on time. I guess that’s game development’s equivalent of a defeat scenario: a setback and we come back better prepared.
Guillaume AKA Gheeyom
CEO and Creative Director
Outward 2 Gameplay
Outward 2 will usher players into Aurai, an unforgiving world that is gentle to no one. You are no prophesied saviour with some innate power to carry you to glory.
The definitive adventure simulator casts players as ordinary adventurers, where critical thinking and preparation are the only tickets to grand experiences. Drop your backpack before combat so that you’re able to move freely. Scout out a dangerous creature’s path and lay traps to weaken it before the killing blow.
Every decision matters, and consequences are real. Even death is no respite, as this only turns the page to the chapter where you must pick yourself up from the mud, find your backpack, and continue your journey with renewed vigor and insight.
The game will be playable in two-player split-screen or online co-op.
Outward 2 Story
Outward 2 has a story, but a rather unorthodox one for an RPG. Here, you’re not a hero of legend.
You’ll get to shape your modest and meagre beginnings through three distinct starting scenarios and eleven backgrounds, which will determine where to start in this brutal world. If you’re knocked out, your journey continues, and you must live with the consequences.
Outward 2 Platforms, Price, and Pre-Orders
For Early Access, Outward 2 is only on PC via Steam. The original game was released on PC, PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X/S, so it’s certainly not out of the question that Outward 2 will head to consoles once Early Access ends
There’s currently no pricing or pre-orders, but you can wishlist it on Steam and apply for the Outward 2 Playtest.
Outward 2 Trailers
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Outward 2 Recommended Specs
The developer has released a specs list for the Early Access build of Outward 2, and it’s pretty ‘potato’ friendly!
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