60
The Outer Worlds 2 has little in common with Obsidian’s best RPGs. It’s not exactly a bad game, but you certainly won’t miss it if you skip it.
60
With solid technical aspects but disappointing gunplay, repetitive encounters, and other flaws, all the good stuff ends up falling flat.
80
None of these game design decisions are particularly revolutionary, of course, and there is a slight sensation of sequel ennui about Outer Worlds 2. But Obsidian has assembled a deliciously moreish RPG in which the perks and skills trees just beg to be exploited for crazy combinations.
8
It is a very solid game. I rented it and rushed through it. I wish I would have bought it and done most of the side missions because once I beat it, I was wanting more. I enjoyed the gameplay and graphics and of course.. the story and dialogue were above par.
10
Excellent game. Very immersive, leveling up. System is complex and intuitive. In order to complete the game entirety, you must play it through multiple times with different specialized play styles. Highly recommended game. One of my favorites this year.
8
An easy going first person RPG that keeps and improves the formula from the original while leaning more towards shooter territory. The world of Arcadia is significantly bigger than its predecessor and wrapped in the series' signature sharp wit and corporate satire. It's accessible enough to pick up quickly but big enough that it demands a real commitment to get the most out of it. [Combat feels rewarding without being overly complex — the Tactical Time Dilation system returns and remains one of the most satisfying tools in the game, letting you slow time and target specific body parts for maximum effect. The weapon variety is impressive on paper but loses its appeal quickly as most choices end up feeling interchangeable and meaningless in practice. Companions are unfortunately a weak point — functional but lacking the depth and personality you'd hope for from Obsidian, a recurring issue in their recent output. The plot is solid without being spectacular — the real star is the writing around it. The corporate satire is sharper and more confident than ever, and several quests genuinely improve on what the first game offered. Nothing groundbreaking, but consistently entertaining. A clear visual improvement over the first game with a varied and detailed Arcadia to explore. The main criticism is one that plagues recent Obsidian titles — everything skews too bright and too saturated, giving the world a cartoonish quality that undercuts the atmosphere at times. Best Part
The humor. Hands down. The writing is consistently funny and the corporate satire lands almost every time — it's what makes The Outer Worlds 2 stand apart from other shooters on the market. Worst Part
The companions. For a studio with Obsidian's pedigree, the crew feels underdeveloped and forgettable — a problem that seems to be becoming a pattern in their recent games.
The Outer Worlds 2
Released On:
Oct 29, 2025
Metascore
Generally Favorable
82
User score
Mixed or Average
6.8
My Score
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
82
88% Positive
51 Reviews
51 Reviews
10% Mixed
6 Reviews
6 Reviews
2% Negative
1 Review
1 Review
Nov 5, 2025
90
The Outer Worlds 2 is as good as the original game, and dare I say even a little bit better.
Oct 23, 2025
90
Obsidian returns to its role-playing roots and, after Avowed, which focused on combat mechanics, and the brilliant Grounded 2, which focused on survival and exploration, recaptures that special something that made us fall in love with New Vegas. A capital-letter RPG that offers a multitude of options when it comes to creating our character, following our path, and achieving the best ending based on our tastes and decisions. Its improved combat, more than stable performance, and character and level design on par with its multiple stories put the finishing touch on a sequel that improves on its predecessor in every way.
User score
Mixed or Average
6.8
54% Positive
360 Ratings
360 Ratings
25% Mixed
169 Ratings
169 Ratings
21% Negative
139 Ratings
139 Ratings
Jul 2, 2026
10
Excellent game. Very immersive, leveling up. System is complex and intuitive. In order to complete the game entirety, you must play it through multiple times with different specialized play styles. Highly recommended game. One of my favorites this year.
Mar 21, 2026
10
Everything I liked about the first one just... Bigger. I like the theme, songs are funny, and I wish more people enjoyed it. It's like people can't slow down long enough to immersive themselves into a game like this. I wish that choices mattered more though. 10 means perfect, and it's definitely not, but it's absolutely not a 0 like I've seen some post. They're an embarrassment to the idea of reviews.
Oct 23, 2025
90
The Outer Worlds 2 is Obsidian at its finest — a deep, witty, and beautifully crafted RPG that expands on everything that made the first game great. With sharper writing, better combat, and stunning performance on Xbox Series X, it’s a masterclass in choice-driven storytelling.
Oct 23, 2025
85
This sophomore entry in the science fiction series punches above its weight in crafting a wide-ranging story of adventure, choice, and consequence. With a widened scope for their satirical take on society in the space age, deep RPG systems, and a finale that hints at even grander aims for the series, it is hard not to be excited for the future of The Outer Worlds. While some minor issues hold it back, Obsidian has carefully crafted yet another RPG banger.
Oct 23, 2025
80
The Outer Worlds 2 boasts better-crafted, more deliberate storytelling alongside a wide scope for meaningful player choice. While there are undoubtedly problems with polish, and the combat system still needs some work, The Outer Worlds 2’s writing and commitment to world-building are enough all on their own. The depth of customisability will draw you back in, asking you how you might save the day next time around.
Oct 23, 2025
80
If you enjoyed The Outer Worlds and were one of those who thought it ended too soon, then The Outer Worlds 2 is for you. It may be bigger and different from the first game, but there is no doubt that this is still, thankfully, The Outer Worlds.
Oct 26, 2025
40
There are scattered elements that veer the story away from having to bootlick for progress, but they’re few and far between.
Jan 1, 2026
10
Great game, I had a lot of fun and I love Obsidian games! The worlds, the world building and some of the characters are gold!
Feb 21, 2026
7
Enjoyed this more than the first one, solid, short RPG, decent Replay value, gunplay,world graphics and performance all solid. Story is fine nothing special, lots of dialogue sometimes too much, gets tedious, humour is ok at best. Overall good game that doesn't take 100s of hours to enjoy
Jan 15, 2026
7
The first game was great, but this game is absolutely amazing! The story is amazing, but my favorite parts of this game are the mechanics. They took every mechanic I loved from the first game and made them better. The consumable system is more streamlined, the flaws are all unique and interesting, and the skill and perk system feels like the natural progression from the first game.
Feb 5, 2026
4
I don't think I've ever skipped through so much dialogue in my life. Everyone just has so much to say and none of it is important. To say the story is lackluster is an understatement. The most interesting parts are the random people you'll stumble across with their shenanigans. The humor will appeal to some more than others. After just ignoring what everyone says, there's some decent gameplay to be had. Decent, not great. There are no real stealth attacks, the shooting feels 20 years old (think New Vegas), and there's no cover system. There is a 3rd person mode which is cool and the team dynamics are where fun is found. Overall this game isn't worth $30 let alone the $80 they thought they were going to get. Wait for a good sale or check it on Game Pass.
Nov 24, 2025
4
story is super boring and the game is huge. exploration and gameplay is fun but due to game size seems quite tedious without much interesting stuff happening. I think they overdid it on all the mechanics and you are always short on sth and cannot use them to full potential. even on normal game can be quite hard. you're short on ammo or money for the first large section of the game. you do not necessarily feel your power raising. Overall first game was wayyy better and more cohesive imo. Now they have all those fractions, all this boring exposition you just skip through. Flaws are pretty awesome though. Especially if you take the one that does not allow you to reject any future ones. If you do not have a lot of time it will take you weeks or months to do and see everything and because the experience is mid, most likely you will just stop playing at some point. All in all, the game seems kind of like AC Vallhala, huge and ultimately boring. Guess it works for gamepass so you keep your subscription for longer. Overall I'm moderately disappointed despite loving rpgs. better than avoved, but get similar feeling of boredom from the story and the way the characters talk. not engaging.
SummaryThe Outer Worlds 2 is the eagerly-awaited sequel to the award-winning first-person sci-fi RPG from Obsidian Entertainment (just look at the exciting number of dashes in this sentence!). Time to clear your calendar – get ready for an action-packed adventure with a new crew, new weapons, and new enemies in a new colony! So much newness!
Rated Mfor Mature
Platforms:
- Xbox Series X
- PC
- PlayStation 5
Initial Release Date:Oct 29, 2025
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