The Outer Worlds 2 Reviews
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.
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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
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.
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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.
The Outer Worlds 2 is a solid game that I can recommend to any fan of sci-fi RPGs. Obsidian has done a great job here, and it's definitely a step up from the previous installment in the series. Of course, it's still far from perfect, but you can see that the team is gradually learning from its mistakes, and hopefully they will bring the series to perfection as a trilogy.
Review in Polish | Read full review
The Outer Worlds 2 is an excellent effort by Obsidian to regain its position as one of the greatest RPG game development teams.
Review in Greek | Read full review
If you loved The Outer Worlds, you will at the very least like The Outer Worlds 2. It won't surprise or challenge you, but it does deliver comfort food of sorts with the skill and precision that Obsidian Entertainment does best.
The Outer Worlds 2 stands out for its execution of RPG mechanics, polished level design and skill system. Its story, featuring sharp satire and a wide variety of dialogue options, is enriched by its progression, giving the game replayability. However, this ambition is hampered by unsatisfying combat, tedious open-world exploration, and a main storyline with no memorable antagonists.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
The Outer Worlds 2 improves over the first with a more compelling story and better combat, while still delivering and even expanding on the game’s great setting and character writing. While the story isn’t shaped by the player’s choices as much as in other RPG titles, you’ll still find a lot of immersive roleplaying to be done in this game’s stand-out original universe.
While The Outer Worlds 2 doesn’t reinvent the formula, its deep role-playing systems and engaging companions offer strong replay value. The witty, if sometimes heavy-handed, writing and player-driven choices make it a worthwhile RPG despite weak combat.
If it were a product by Auntie Cleo, The Outer Worlds 2 would be marketed with the tagline "Now with Slightly Improved Flavor!". And fittingly so, since it is a highly entertaining sequel that takes the basic formula of the first Outer Worlds and improves upon it, even if only slightly, in every possible aspect.
The Outer Worlds 2, despite any criticism I can give it, is a more improved sequel that excels in every area except for its bland group of companions, who rarely bring anything exciting to the experience, save Aza, who is a treasure and I would die for her. The Bethesda-era formula is starting to show its age and needs some freshening up, should a third entry be in the works. Still, I rather enjoyed the main story and the vast array of choices, paths, and builds you can muster, making this a game that few will follow in the same footsteps, allowing for one truly personalized tale of space-faring hijinks.
With The Outer Worlds 2, Obsidian took very few risks. The game offers little in the way of innovation but is enjoyable to play, colorful, and varied without being truly groundbreaking. It takes us on an adventure blending imperial warfare with the internal struggles and conspiracies that arise from it. A good time that quickly reveals its limitations. And above all, it will absolutely have to change for the studio's next game.
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