The Outer Worlds 2 Reviews
The Outer Worlds 2 builds on Obsidian's strengths: an authentic, smaller-scale RPG full of possibilities, with satire and moral decisions. Rather than competing with open-world giants in terms of scope, it emphasises its system, humour, and detail. If you enjoyed the first game or New Vegas, you will get exactly what you would expect from Obsidian here, only in a slightly bigger and prettier package, with a little more depth. It's Obsidian's most extensive RPG in this style yet.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
The Outer Worlds 2 is a solid, engaging and enjoyable follow-up to the original game. It changes its dynamic and tone enough that it can potentially turn off people who really loved the original. At the same time, it feels like something that might work better for those who prefer their RPGs to be less goofy. There's a varied and interesting set of character builds available, and it's easy to imagine playing the game multiple times to see distinctly different outcomes for various quests. If you're looking for a solid RPG with some good meat on its bones, The Outer Worlds 2 does everything it needs to do.
The Outer Worlds 2 may not revolutionize what we saw in the first installment, but it significantly improves on familiar elements. If you're in the mood for a great space opera with a satirical twist and RPG elements, you should definitely give this shooter a try.
Review in Polish | Read full review
The Outer Worlds 2 is all that I could’ve ever hoped it would be. Funny, smart, alive. It’s packed with memorable characters, sharp writing, and art direction that’ll stand the test of forever. And just like how Fallout: New Vegas was the better sequel to its predecessor (spare me the pedantry), this feels like a confident step up, even Auntie Cleo would call it character growth.
The Outer Worlds 2 surpasses the original in every way with an outstanding sequel that reminds us why Obsidian is a master of RPGs.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
A deeper, more engaging sequel that enhances the original without losing its soul. Not perfect, but essential for every action-RPG fan.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Obsidian Entertainment studio has provided us with one of the best, most enjoyable, and most distinctive experiences of the year. The Outer Worlds 2 was a unique experience with its own special enjoyment through what it offered in terms of story, narrative style, and addressing political and economic systems in a satirical manner. However, it places you in a serious stage between factions to choose the policy you see as correct and confront the rest of the factions through distinctive and diverse missions using unique weapons and large varieties, or through stealth methods, and perhaps by persuasion, lying, cooperation, and providing services to obtain facilities. This confrontation takes place in the Arcadia colony, which contained carefully designed areas with a charming and breathtaking artistic direction and numerous exploration sites. The journey continued with high graphics quality and stable technical performance, but physics were absent in the game world.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Obsidian transforms the corporate dystopia into a work of art with The Outer Worlds 2. As the spiritual successor to New Vegas, this title is one of the strongest contenders of the year, thanks to its deep RPG mechanics, unforgettable dialogue, and stunning art design.
Review in Turkish | Read full review
With *The Outer Worlds 2*, Obsidian has scored a hit for the third time in a row this year. This brand-new sci-fi shooter—and full-fledged RPG—has everything you’d expect from the team behind *Fallout: New Vegas*. Check out that Fairfield vibe—that’s Fallout, right? And that music? That’s Fallout, right? And that super-extensive skill and perk system? That’s Fallout, right? Honestly? I had a blast, wasn’t bored for a second, and experimented with the many possibilities in crafting, dialogues, modding, skills, perks, and weapons. The fact that the game world looks absolutely stunning, the gunplay is smooth, fun, and challenging, and the characters actually have depth makes the overall experience even better. You know what, I’m going to stop writing because Arcadia needs me. My advice: play the game, discover and experience it all for yourself, and above all, write your own story. You’ll thank me later!
Review in Dutch | Read full review
The game delivers visually stunning worlds, with excellent story structure and gameplay that offers multiple paths for a player-driven experience. However, it severely lacks Arabic language support, which is crucial for understanding the story and vast world. Hopefully, it will be added soon to achieve proper balance, as seen in other games.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
The Outer Worlds 2 establishes itself as a true love letter to the modern RPG: ambitious, polished, and generous. Despite a few minor flaws, it redefines the standards of the genre for 2025 and confirms Obsidian’s undeniable talent.
Review in French | Read full review
The Outer Worlds 2 definitely gets my recommendation, though not without some reservations about its outdated aspects. If Obsidian had managed to leave behind the relics of Fallout: New Vegas, this could have been a worthy successor to that masterpiece. Sadly, they took the safer, lazier route once again. That said, it’s still an excellent game, no question about it, but it would’ve been nice to see the genre evolve at last, instead of reheating the same old formula for the umpteenth time, taking no real risks in the process. Obsidian clearly has the talent and resources to do better, but seems content to rest on its laurels, sticking to the familiar path.
Review in Italian | Read full review
The Outer Worlds 2 is a solid game, if a little rough around the edges in places. I would classify this as a "Bethesda-lite" game. It has less content and a smaller world than, say, the Fallout games, but if you're after a more structured, story-based game, then The Outer Worlds 2 does a good job of being a first-person shooter RPG. As for Steam Deck performance, it's a bit disappointing; holding 30 FPS just isn't realistic. On the plus side, most areas where you drop below 30 FPS are not combat ones, so I would still call the game playable.
It’s hard to say that The Outer Worlds 2 is a bad game, or one that doesn’t offer players plenty to do. It’s undeniably a well-made game. But that doesn’t make it particularly compelling.
Through all the corporate meddling, snarky dialogue, and frenetic shootouts, The Outer Worlds 2 sticks to the formula that made the original fun, but shakes things up in some unexpected ways; some for better, others for worse. Specialisation feels more distinct and meaningful, though it comes at the expense of experimentation. Companion storytelling looks and sounds great, but its timing diminishes the emotional punch.
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Review in Arabic | Read full review
The Outer Worlds 2 delivers a rich experience that manages to preserve the core spirit of the first game while pushing it forward with noticeable improvements. The story is engaging and cohesive, supported by deep dialogue that is affected by your character build and skills. All of this unfolds within Arcadia, a world that shines both visually and narratively, featuring a beautiful artistic design and vast spaces to explore. While there are a few disappointments—such as the limited interaction with one of the major factions—the game still succeeds in offering a deep, enjoyable RPG experience with a clear identity and a distinct personality. It’s a journey well worth exploring right down to the final moment.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
I came away very impressed with The Outer Worlds 2, not because it reinvents the formula, but because it refines it. It’s smarter, more confident, and far more flexible than its predecessor. The choices you make truly shape your journey, the factions and companions give you reasons to replay, and the world itself rewards curiosity at every turn.
The Outer Worlds 2 refines and expands on everything fans loved: sharp satire, standout characters, and richer RPG systems. The upgraded combat, mobility, and freedom of approach elevate the experience. While it doesn’t reinvent the formula and a few progression hiccups persist, it remains a highly satisfying sci-fi adventure worth diving into.
Review in French | Read full review
After playing both Avowed and The Outer Worlds 2 in 2025, I am flabbergasted at why Obsidian feels the incessant need to continue recycling this structure of game. I cannot help feeling as if I’ve essentially played the same game three times already. There is nothing inherently wrong with these games at a base level. They’re built well and are mostly technically sound. The engine has these games function well enough and they are fine to play. Being simply ‘fine’ is utterly disappointing however relative to what Obsidian can accomplish as a studio.