#theouterworlds

The Outer Worlds 2 will be overhauling and adding more into several previous mechanics, with the perk system being one of the most notable.

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The Outer Worlds 2's focus on player freedom could mingle with Bethesda's sprawling quest design for potentially fantastic results.

Science fiction RPGs are sometimes a bit light on character customization, but these titles do a great job of it.

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Clair Obscur, The Outer Worlds, and Avowed all display a specific design across one of their RPG elements that each uses to great effect.

Obsidian Entertainment could take a page out of another big game's recent release to similarly capitalize on its success for The Outer Worlds 2.

The Outer Worlds 2 might share similarities with Avowed, but the former may benefit from leaning harder into its RPG elements.

Destiny's design has become a blueprint for modern shooters, with some of 2025's most anticipated titles drawing inspiration from its formula.

Obsidian developers recently highlighted how The Outer Worlds 2 will be invoking aspects of Fallout: New Vegas, which is a promising sign for it.