Obsidian bring their RPG-expertise to the table once again as The Outer Worlds is made available today on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC – with an Xbox Game Pass debut taking hold.
Having previously worked on Fallout: New Vegas and South Park and the Stick of Truth, The Outer Worlds see’s Obsidian working on their own-IP for the first time in a long time. Set in an alternate universe where the mega corporations – having conquered all of Earth – turn their attention to the stars, players are left with many choices as they learn which factions to side with, and who to avoid.
“Halcyon is a colony at the edge of the galaxy owned and operated by a corporate board. They control everything except for the alien monsters. Find your ship and explore the settlements, space stations, and other diverse locations in the Halcyon colony,” or so says the brochure.
Choices are also apparent with a robust character creation screen that in our review promises to “create some truly monstrous creations.”
You can also give your character flaws that may hinder you against a certain enemy type, or restrict speech choices, but these will offer additional and unique perks elsewhere for your character to enjoy.
The Fallout inspirations continue to come with the first-person perspective, a branching storyline and factions to side with, character interactions and companions, and an utterly twisted sense of humour. Those who have previously played and enjoyed New Vegas will feel right at home with The Outer Worlds.
And best of all for Xbox Game Pass subscription holders, The Outer Worlds is on there right now from day one!
For those who have still not yet invested in one of the best deals in gaming right now, The Outer Worlds is available to purchase from the usual game stores priced at £49.99 for both Xbox One and Windows 10. You’ll also find it available on PS4.
Will you be picking it up? Let us know in the comments.
Game Description:
The Outer Worlds is a new single-player sci-fi RPG from Obsidian Entertainment and Private Division. As you explore the furthest reaches of space and encounter a host of factions all vying for power, who you decide to become will determine the fate of everyone in Halcyon. In the corporate equation for the colony, you are the unplanned variable. Lost in transit while on a colonist ship bound for the furthest edge of the galaxy, you awake decades later than you expected only to find yourself in the midst of a deep conspiracy threatening to destroy the Halcyon colony. As you explore the furthest reaches of space and encounter a host of factions all vying for power, who you decide to become will determine the fate of everyone in Halcyon. In the corporate equation for the colony, you are the unplanned variable. Welcome to the future – try not to break it. • Build any character you want in this thrilling single-player first person RPG – including optional flaws based on your own game experience • Lead a crew of companions armed with unique abilities that have their own missions, motivations and ideals • Find your ship and explore the settlements, space stations and other diverse locations in the Halcyon colony
