The Outer Worlds Reviews

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9.5 / 10.0
Oct 29, 2019

The Outer Worlds, much like a solar eclipse has blocked out the rest of the genre with it's excellent systems and setting. Obsidian have delivered one of the best games of the year and in my opinion the best RPG of its kind in years. From it's jaw-dropping visuals and design, to the hilarious world and its colorful cast of characters, The Outer Worlds represents the new benchmark for the genre and is a masterclass in player choice. If you hold even a passing interest in RPGs, stop everything you're doing and play it right away. This is a very special game that deserves all of the recognition I'm sure is coming.

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ACG
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Oct 23, 2019
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8.2 / 10.0
Oct 22, 2019

The Outer Worlds is a small GDR in size but great in spirit. Obsidian points to the stars of the ruolistic firmament with a razor-sharp writing, subtly refined and deliberately over the top.

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83 / 100
Oct 22, 2019

Emphasizes old-fashioned sci-fi role-playing game, which works despite small weaknesses in action and variety, with lots of heart and funny dialogues

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8.3 / 10.0
Oct 22, 2019

If you've spent years craving the old Fallout formula, The Outer Worlds will hit the spot.

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Oct 22, 2019

Dizzyingly deep, painstakingly polished, remarkably replayable, and marvelously moreish, The Outer Worlds is one of the most refined and well-written RPGs of the generation.

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Daily Dot
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Oct 22, 2019

Put simply: The Outer Worlds is everything you’d want from a modern RPG.

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8 / 10.0
Oct 22, 2019

With a wacky dark humour, an expansive upgrade system and branching storylines that make every action feel significant, Obsidian Entertainment looks to set a new bar for RPG games.

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8 / 10
Oct 22, 2019

The Outer Worlds is a great space opera action-RPG, with some great art, a lot of humor, and mechanics similar to Fallout, which can please the fans... by the creators of Fallout !

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4 / 5.0
Oct 22, 2019

As a more compact Fallout-like experience The Outer Worlds really works, and I’m already hoping that we’ll get to return to the Halcyon Colony again someday.

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8 / 10.0
Oct 22, 2019

Old at heart but young in spirit, The Outer Worlds is a vibrant and stunning new chapter from Obsidian that doubles down on what the studio does best and throws in some surprisingly fun gameplay on top of that.

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9 / 10.0
Oct 22, 2019

The Outer Worlds is simply one of the best RPGs of the generation.

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7 / 10
Oct 22, 2019

Obsidian's RPG fulfills its potential, but only in fits and starts. Sure, its worst moments are only ever as bad as workmanlike RPG-making, but they make the stretches between some instances of genuine greatness a little more disappointing.Dustin Bailey

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85%
Jun 28, 2020

It is a nearly hopeless dystopia in a time where hope is at a premium in our lives. It’s not the best choice, it’s Spacer’s Choice. Still, if you haven’t checked out The Outer Worlds yet and have enjoyed Obsidian’s previous work, you’re very likely to find yourself as compelled as I was to play all the way to the end, despite the unfortunate timing and graphical limitations of the Switch version.

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92%
Oct 23, 2019

A spiritual sequel success, The Outer Worlds eclipses its inspirations to become an exceptional game in its own right!

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7 / 10
Oct 22, 2019

An enjoyable adventure, but one that hews a little too close to its FPS Fallout roots.

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65 / 100
Oct 22, 2019

For better or worse, The Outer Worlds is a perfectly middle-of-the-road open-world RPG. It doesn't take any big risks, but that also keeps it from falling on its face. Despite some great writing, the game doesn't have much to say about the corporate dystopia it establishes, ultimately playing it too safe to justify the premise. Obsidian's expertise with the genre makes The Outer Worlds a competent RPG, if not an especially interesting one.

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9.5 / 10.0
Oct 20, 2019

Obsidian created a universe that's easy to get lost in. The Outer Worlds oozes personality and charm, and the robust character creator encourages multiple playthroughs just to see how different archetypes affect the gameplay.

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8 / 10
Oct 22, 2019

Obsidian's new IP takes first-person RPGs to the stars.

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92%
Oct 22, 2019

The Outer Worlds is not only a breath of fresh air and easily one of Obsidian's best ever games, but it's an experience that can truly wear the player choice badge with pride. From the RPG elements to how you play, The Outer Worlds truly is your adventure. Just don't kill anyone's parents in it, okay?

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