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The Outer Worlds 2 dated for October 29, QA shares new builds
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Obsidian has outlined fresh details for The Outer Worlds 2, confirming a October 29 release and spotlighting more of the studio’s QA team’s favorite character builds. The latest official blog post focuses on playstyle ideas designed to inspire runs in Arcadia. Alongside the gameplay angle, the post clarifies where and how the sequel will be available at launch. Promotional bundles and upsells were omitted – what matters here is when it lands and where you can play.
Release date and platforms
Obsidian states that The Outer Worlds 2 arrives on October 29 across current platforms. The studio lists the following launch targets:
- Xbox Series X|S
- Xbox on PC
- ROG Xbox Ally handhelds
- Battle.net
- Steam
- PlayStation 5
According to the official post, the game will be available on all of the above from day one, ensuring broad access across consoles, PC storefronts, and compatible handhelds.
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Ecosystem details: Play Anywhere and subscriptions
The sequel is designated as an Xbox Play Anywhere title – a detail that matters if you plan to switch between Xbox and PC within the Microsoft ecosystem. The post also notes day-one availability with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, aligning the launch with subscription access on both console and PC.
QA team builds spotlight
The blog continues a studio series in which Obsidian’s QA team shares favorite character builds. The focus is on showcasing varied approaches to role-playing in Arcadia, giving players examples of how to tune attributes and playstyles before jumping into the sequel. While specifics of the builds are not detailed in this update, the studio frames them as inspiration for shaping your own path through the new setting.
Why this matters now
Locked date, clear platforms, and early build ideas give players a practical runway to plan their first playthrough. If you’re in the ecosystem that supports Play Anywhere or Game Pass, the logistics are straightforward – The Outer Worlds 2 lands on October 29 with day-one access across the listed platforms.
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