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Get ready to blast off, with\u00a0the sequel to the smash hit sci-fi action RPG\u00a0from Obsidian Entertainment!\u00a0The Outer Worlds 2<\/strong>\u00a0packs\u00a0many fantastic\u00a0gameplay\u00a0elements\u00a0from the first game, alongside a\u00a0whole\u00a0load of\u00a0exciting\u00a0\u201cnewness\u201d:\u00a0new guns, new crew, new enemies, and a new colony to explore!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Whether\u00a0you\u2019ve\u00a0been keeping yourself busy playing the\u00a0previous\u00a0title or watching the outstanding \u201cThe Company We Keep\u201d episode of\u00a0Secret Level on\u00a0Amazon Prime Video<\/a>,\u00a0The Outer Worlds 2 is the perfect way to keep exploring this alternate timeline.\u00a0As such,\u00a0we\u2019ve\u00a0gathered up all the details you could want to know about The Outer Worlds 2.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The\u00a0Gameplay\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Strap in for an exciting adventure on the isolated colony of Arcadia, which has been cut off from earth by a series of mysterious space-time rifts. It\u2019s up to you, as an agent of the Earth Directorate, to investigate these rifts before they become a danger to all humanity. Along the way, you\u2019ll be pulled into a conflict between the colony\u2019s totalitarian government, the Protectorate, a rogue religious group, The Order of the Ascendant, and the megacorporation Auntie\u2019s Choice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Much like the previous game, The Outer Worlds 2 boasts multiple approaches to gameplay, with viable options for diplomacy, stealth, and all-out action. As such, the game retains the innovative branching dialogue tree of the first one, while also using an improved combat system. You can choose to play in either first or third person, with a wider range of melee and ranged weaponry to devastate your foes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Arcadia is a sprawling colony, with diverse biomes to explore. From the sprawling streets and alleys of the Arcadia Colony to the devastated landscape of Golden Ridge and the natural beauty of Paradise Isle, there is so much to discover in this game. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you uncover the secrets of Arcadia, you\u2019ll gain experience. Level up and gain new skills and perks that can change how you interact with the world. What\u2019s more, unlike the first game, the enemies don\u2019t scale to your level, so you can come back and get revenge on those early enemies that gave you trouble at the start! If you\u2019re so inclined. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Does The Outer Worlds 2 Include Multiplayer?\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Outer Worlds 2 is a single-player, story-driven\u00a0role-playing\u00a0game.\u00a0Why not share your experiences\u00a0on Arcadia\u00a0with your friends by streaming your gameplay?\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What Platforms is The Outer Worlds 2 Available On?\u00a0\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As of its release on\u00a0October 29th<\/sup>, 2025<\/strong>, The Outer Worlds 2 is\u00a0available\u00a0to play on\u00a0PlayStation 5<\/strong>,\u00a0Xbox Series\u00a0X\/S<\/strong>, and\u00a0PC<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Official\u00a0PC Specifications\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To\u00a0play The Outer Worlds,\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0need a PC that matches these specifications:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Component<\/th>Minimum Specs<\/th>Recommended Specs<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
OS<\/td>Windows 10\/11 with updates<\/td>Windows 10\/11 with updates<\/td><\/tr>
CPU<\/td>AMD Ryzen 5 2600 \/ Intel i5-8400<\/td>AMD Ryzen 5 5600X \/ Intel Core i7-10700K<\/td><\/tr>
Memory<\/td>16 GB RAM<\/td>16 GB RAM<\/td><\/tr>
Graphics<\/td>AMD RX 5700 \/ Nvidia GTX 1070 \/ Intel Arc A580<\/td>AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT \/ Nvidia RTX 3080<\/td><\/tr>
DirectX<\/td>Version 12<\/td>Version 12<\/td><\/tr>
Storage<\/td>110 GB available space<\/td>110 GB available space<\/td><\/tr>
Notes<\/td>SSD required. Performance scales with higher-end systems.<\/td>SSD required. Performance scales with higher-end systems.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Best PCs to Play\u00a0The\u00a0Outer Worlds 2\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Outer Worlds 2 boasts support for a range of modern technologies for improved\u00a0visuals and gameplay. These include real-time\u00a0ray\u00a0tracing, AI\u00a0upscaling, and ultra-wide resolutions.\u00a0So,\u00a0if you want this game to look its best,\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0need a PC that can support\u00a0these.\u00a0If\u00a0your PC\u00a0isn\u2019t\u00a0quite up to the task,\u00a0at\u00a0Overclockers UK<\/a>,\u00a0we\u2019ve\u00a0got a fantastic range of gaming PCs and laptops up to the challenge.\u00a0We\u2019ve\u00a0picked out five of our favourites, but you can explore our full range by clicking the buttons below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Are You Off to Arcadia?\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Will you be rocketing off to explore the massive colony of Arcadia in The Outer Worlds 2? Which faction do you think\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0back? Let us know in the comment section below.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Get ready to blast off, with the sequel to the smash hit sci-fi action RPG from Obsidian Entertainment! The Outer Worlds 2 packs many fantastic gameplay elements from the first game, alongside a whole load of exciting “newness”: new guns, new crew, new enemies, and a new colony to explore!  Whether you’ve been keeping yourself busy playing the previous title or watching the outstanding “The Company We Keep” episode of Secret Level on Amazon 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