The Outer Worlds

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  1. MikesReviews
    Oct 27, 2019
    9
    A beautiful mix of Bioshock 1, Fallout New Vegas, Prey, Mass effect.

    I wish this game would have more budget or time to polish or add some more content. Though it does not seem to have any critical bugs so far, it would benefit from Doom/Rage shooting action and it needs some more more variety of enemies for sure. A true present for FPS RPG fans and hope that Outer Worlds 2 will    A beautiful mix of Bioshock 1, Fallout New Vegas, Prey, Mass effect.

    I wish this game would have more budget or time to polish or add some more content.

    Though it does not seem to have any critical bugs so far, it would benefit from Doom/Rage shooting action and it needs some more more variety of enemies for sure.

    A true present for FPS RPG fans and hope that Outer Worlds 2 will be legendary.    … Expand
  2. LROER
    Nov 5, 2019
    10
    The best game From 2015 to 2019!
    I can't something more , but metacritic wanna more words )
  3. Babutto
    Dec 20, 2019
    8
    Overall positive.

    Pros.: - cool world; - nice main story; - characters; - consequences of actions; - fluidity. Cons.: - super easy; - skill system and perks (I couldn't choose anything after 20th level, because most seemed useless); - perk and skill reset the machine (FFFFFFFFFFUUUUUUUUU); - combats are simple if you accomplished Monarch; - the game seems too quick; - the    Overall positive.

    Pros.:
    - cool world;
    - nice main story;
    - characters;
    - consequences of actions;
    - fluidity.

    Cons.:
    - super easy;
    - skill system and perks (I couldn't choose anything after 20th level, because most seemed useless);
    - perk and skill reset the machine (FFFFFFFFFFUUUUUUUUU);
    - combats are simple if you accomplished Monarch;
    - the game seems too quick;
    - the last battle was a joke. I ran it, talked out and used hacking skills. 0 difficulty.

    The game leaves some dissatisfactory aftertaste.    … Expand
  4. ThatGameDev
    Nov 3, 2019
    8
    This game is blend of star wars, borderlands, and fallout. The gameplay feels like something in 2012 meaning it's outdated. The best part is the narrative/rpg. The story is amazing and so are the quests. 7.5/10
  5. BarkFishy
    Nov 6, 2019
    9
    I thought it was a fantastic game. Just way too short, there needed to be more of it.
  6. DarklikngLord
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game reminded me of Fallout New Vegas, which I liked. Therefore, I liked her.… Expand
  7. FR4NKESTI3N
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    No preorder bonus, no monetization, no live service crap. This one actually works!
  8. Areola82
    Oct 27, 2019
    9
    This game is making me not miss playing Fallout New Vegas. And that is a good thing, seeing as FNV is my favorite game of all time. But we'll see if this is just new car-smell or if it really will last. I think it'll be the latter, because the writing, the characters and the gameplay is just marvellous. I do miss the free-roaming open landscape of FNV though.
  9. IlgufigufIl
    Oct 27, 2019
    9
    One of the best games of this year. I really like the dialogue system and the pumping system in the game. There are small bugs and errors in localization, but this does not interfere with the game.
  10. ElDrekas
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    Un juego del que esperaba más bien poco y me ha sorprendido para mucho. Es evidente que no tiene la historia de Fallout y cuenta con algunos fallos como el de ni poder coger objetos mientras recargas, pero no hay mejor sensación para mí que la de obtener algo increíble cuando buscas algo normal. Vine tratando de encontrar entretenimiento y obtuve un Fallout New vegas 2.0
  11. will235
    Oct 27, 2019
    9
    very good game, unite of made not in steam, when launch I will buy again and hope the mods
  12. elsky
    Oct 27, 2019
    9
    The game is very good and well polished. My only complain is that I don't like the graphic too much because colors are very saturated and bright and I just can't get used to it. Everything else is just good. I saw a lot of people comparing this to fallout but to be honest this is just a new Kotor in a different universe.
  13. kacperivo
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    I was really afraid this game is going to get review bombed for the EGS exclusive debacle. Fortunately that's not the case, which means, that we, gamers decided to be above that and show the middle finger to all those spreadsheet based cold, calculated money making machines that the AAA titles have become recently, instead supporting companies like Obsidian, that still remember whatI was really afraid this game is going to get review bombed for the EGS exclusive debacle. Fortunately that's not the case, which means, that we, gamers decided to be above that and show the middle finger to all those spreadsheet based cold, calculated money making machines that the AAA titles have become recently, instead supporting companies like Obsidian, that still remember what single-player gaming is all about.

    I'm actually blown away by how much character this game has, and I was really skeptical of another borderlands-like sci-fi/wild west frontier hybrid.

    Bioware we love is gone. Obsidian and CDPR have taken their honorable place as creators of serious, well crafted, superbly written RPGs made with passion.

    Take my money, and my 10/10 Obsidian! I'm waiting for more!    … Expand
  14. Derribante
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    Do you know those games you play and lose track of time? Outer Worlds is one of these games. In a time where everything is microtransaction and multiplayer, Outer Worlds shows why RPGs are so beloved. Choices and consequences, moral freedom and a dynamic world that changes with those choices, a game that is built to respect the player's decisions, with charismatic characters you can loveDo you know those games you play and lose track of time? Outer Worlds is one of these games. In a time where everything is microtransaction and multiplayer, Outer Worlds shows why RPGs are so beloved. Choices and consequences, moral freedom and a dynamic world that changes with those choices, a game that is built to respect the player's decisions, with charismatic characters you can love or love to hate, amazing writing and intriguing world. Outer Worlds fills a gap left by franchises that were once RPGs and today are generic Looter-Shooter (*COF COF*). Do you want an RPG? Outer Worlds is the one for you.… Expand
  15. Gothic_Brother
    Oct 27, 2019
    9
    This game is exactly what I was hoping for. 70% Bethesda style game, 30% KOTOR. Yes, basically it's another 3D Fallout but without unnecessary stuff and filled with great dialogs and sci-fi atmosphere. World structure is very similar to the SW KOTOR games which isn't a bad thing in any way. And another thing which makes me even more happy - it's the most stable and bug-free release fromThis game is exactly what I was hoping for. 70% Bethesda style game, 30% KOTOR. Yes, basically it's another 3D Fallout but without unnecessary stuff and filled with great dialogs and sci-fi atmosphere. World structure is very similar to the SW KOTOR games which isn't a bad thing in any way. And another thing which makes me even more happy - it's the most stable and bug-free release from Obsidian. 9/10 for me.… Expand
  16. Hippiethecat
    Oct 27, 2019
    9
    Approximately 12 hours in, and this game has reminded me of everything I used to love about role-playing games. You want to be a dashing space captain who's all charm and no brains? Got it. Or you could be a hyper-competent scientist with no combat skills. Or a grizzled mercenary type who hates everyone! You want a nuanced take on revolutionaries and anti-capitalism? Yep. InterestingApproximately 12 hours in, and this game has reminded me of everything I used to love about role-playing games. You want to be a dashing space captain who's all charm and no brains? Got it. Or you could be a hyper-competent scientist with no combat skills. Or a grizzled mercenary type who hates everyone! You want a nuanced take on revolutionaries and anti-capitalism? Yep. Interesting companions to follow you around? Of course! And the best gorram spaceship this side of Halcyon - I'm in love.… Expand
  17. jonaspil
    Oct 29, 2019
    10
    This game is SO good. If u expect some high-level mechanical combat, this isn´t for you. Outer Worlds combat is very "Bethesda" ish. it's a bit clunky but still satisfying and fun. The story is also good, still very "Bethesda" ish, by that I mean very casual friendly. You get involved in the story, but you probably will not cry anytime soon.

    The world in Outer World is just where it´s    This game is SO good. If u expect some high-level mechanical combat, this isn´t for you. Outer Worlds combat is very "Bethesda" ish. it's a bit clunky but still satisfying and fun. The story is also good, still very "Bethesda" ish, by that I mean very casual friendly. You get involved in the story, but you probably will not cry anytime soon.

    The world in Outer World is just where it´s at. The enemies, the ways you can do missions on, it is all up to YOU! The different maps and weapon make it all so versatile.

    Really great game 10/10, I am very pleased.    … Expand
  18. WhistlerSprings
    Oct 28, 2019
    10
    There seems to be a ton of negative reviews or points based on the perception of this game with seemingly no foundation. Complain about graphics? The game is beautiful, look at any other similar RPG from Bethesda and OW is in a class of its own. AI? Yeah the AI isn't the most intelligent but once again a complete evolution from past inspirations. This game at its core is for the fanbase ofThere seems to be a ton of negative reviews or points based on the perception of this game with seemingly no foundation. Complain about graphics? The game is beautiful, look at any other similar RPG from Bethesda and OW is in a class of its own. AI? Yeah the AI isn't the most intelligent but once again a complete evolution from past inspirations. This game at its core is for the fanbase of the genre, make no mistake. if you came in expecting anything else then you didn't know anything about Fallout or Obsidian.

    At its core, OW is the current peak of what this genre of games can provide. It completely outclasses any Fallout game ever, and has rendered Bethesda completely obsolete.    … Expand
  19. RonE123
    Oct 29, 2019
    10
    Absolute best game I’ve played In years. Action RPG done right! After fallout being watered down i was super bummed about the direction the genre was going, however obsidian has done it again. The gun play and time dilation feels crisp, gorgeous worlds and exciting enemies. I look forward to getting lost in this game for hours.
  20. Serkovsky
    Oct 29, 2019
    8
    Для тех кому понравился New Vegas - 10/10
    Для не знакомых с творчеством Obsidian - 8/10
    У игры один громадный минус - она очень короткая. На одно прохождение ушло 25 часов.
  21. Akitoe
    Oct 29, 2019
    10
    I just finished this game and what can I say except that it’s BRILLIANT. Yes, not just good, it’s brilliant. This game is a must have.
  22. OperationKnivez
    Oct 31, 2019
    10
    Love this game. If you love Fallout then this is a very close second. The game is immersive with dialog that wraps you into the story. Although I wish the humor in the dialog occured more often, it is still an amazing story that makes you want to complete every quest in each area.
  23. Turettka
    Oct 31, 2019
    10
    Было очень приятно поиграть в такого рода ролевую игру. Надеюсь обсидиан не станет останавливаться на достигнутом и эта игра получит продожение.
  24. Heizenturd
    Nov 1, 2019
    10
    Brilliant RPG, I did encounter a few annoying bugs but overall I had a great time.
  25. SOh
    Nov 1, 2019
    10
    A return to a classic RPG feel where the events of the game are at your fingertips. Interesting characters with nice dialogue, and a world that feels alive.
  26. StaRKiL1eR
    Nov 1, 2019
    8
    Мне The Outer Worlds очень понравилась. Obsidian сделали одну из лучших игр в этом году. Конечно, у неё есть недостатки такие как: Малое разнообразие врагов, боёвку можно было сделать и лучше и конечно самое печальное, учитывая что эту игру сделала студия которая создала Fallout new vegas, это отсутствие моддинга. Но эти минусы с лихвой окупает: Сеттинг, музыка, геймплей - давно я не виделМне The Outer Worlds очень понравилась. Obsidian сделали одну из лучших игр в этом году. Конечно, у неё есть недостатки такие как: Малое разнообразие врагов, боёвку можно было сделать и лучше и конечно самое печальное, учитывая что эту игру сделала студия которая создала Fallout new vegas, это отсутствие моддинга. Но эти минусы с лихвой окупает: Сеттинг, музыка, геймплей - давно я не видел игор где от твои навыки влияют на столь многие аспекты игры. И конечно же диалоги. В конечном итоге мне игра зашла, и я до сейх пор прохожу её с упоением спустя много времени.… Expand
  27. IndeecJoe
    Nov 1, 2019
    10
    This game isn't perfect but after so much lie and scam from tripleA publishers decent game looks like diamond.....

    TOW = Fallout experience + Mass Effect experience + some humor
    worth its price
  28. RepoMan33
    Nov 1, 2019
    9
    Enjoyed the game a lot. Played the entire thing on PC (Game Pass version), only one time i got booted to the desktop and i alt tab a lot.
    Story and characters are great, lot of funny jokes, plot twists and it feels your decisions really make an impact. It felt for me most similar to KOTOR 1 and 2 for some reason and ofc Fallout New Vegas.
    One thing that could be better is combat    Enjoyed the game a lot. Played the entire thing on PC (Game Pass version), only one time i got booted to the desktop and i alt tab a lot.
    Story and characters are great, lot of funny jokes, plot twists and it feels your decisions really make an impact. It felt for me most similar to KOTOR 1 and 2 for some reason and ofc Fallout New Vegas.
    One thing that could be better is combat mechanics and weapons quantity / customization, but its fine for the game's budget.
    Despite what some are saying its not Epic exclusive, since i played it on Microsoft Game Pass.
    All in all I higly recommend the game :)    … Expand
  29. Yr4nFZ
    Nov 1, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very cool game. I’ll cross over necessarily. Passed in 3 days, while there were many side missions. In the end there was a good ending. I advise you to pass every fan of RPG.… Expand
  30. Ozzkek
    Nov 13, 2019
    8
    A very well made RPG, with a great world and story. The only problem was it's length. I felt that I couldn't get immersed in something that lasted less than 20 hours with all the additional content. I hope the next one (if there is a next one), will provide more playtime.
  31. Espp
    Nov 5, 2019
    9
    What a fantastic game! They took the good parts from Fallout and developed the most epic experience for me since Fallout: New Vegas. There is some small things I would like to be improved, and the game could have been longer for sure - but for once, I actually finished the game AND want more. Epic!
  32. antoniocapaldi
    Nov 6, 2019
    9
    the outer worlds is a good fast paste game with a good story and immersive characters but also it allows the player to get more connected to the world/gaxlery you live in it also has a good amount of in depth factions for you to Allie or ture into an enemy. it also has a few minor factions for you to do the same and rise from the ground up in to a major power.overall a good game wouldthe outer worlds is a good fast paste game with a good story and immersive characters but also it allows the player to get more connected to the world/gaxlery you live in it also has a good amount of in depth factions for you to Allie or ture into an enemy. it also has a few minor factions for you to do the same and rise from the ground up in to a major power.overall a good game would recommend to a friend… Expand
  33. FerociousPony
    Nov 7, 2019
    9
    Some of the best dialogue and choices in gaming. Also probably the best companion system ever
  34. bladziorek
    Nov 9, 2019
    8
    good game with bugs and old graphic, story line for 2 days is too short, story line is great is everything what i wanted spaceships guns an a loot of fun
  35. Chocoflan
    Nov 11, 2019
    9
    Sorprende y asoma. La puntuación es por la historia, aventuras y toma de decisiones, además de la cooperación de los compañeros en el viaje y los diálogos. Me la pase muy bien.
  36. ElMassarotto
    Nov 13, 2019
    9
    Outer Worlds is an Open World RPG that balances REALLY well combat and game machanics, offers good dialog and an interesting, albeit not very unique, setting.
    First let's talk about character creation and progression. It's really clear that a LOT of inspiration was taken from fallout games.There are skill points, perks, attributes and a background choice. There are three big differences    Outer Worlds is an Open World RPG that balances REALLY well combat and game machanics, offers good dialog and an interesting, albeit not very unique, setting.
    First let's talk about character creation and progression. It's really clear that a LOT of inspiration was taken from fallout games.There are skill points, perks, attributes and a background choice. There are three big differences between this process in Outer Worlds and other similar games. The first one is: Every stat, skill and background choice is clearly explained. Not like in most Bethesda games where there is just a vague explenation like "strenght increases your melee combat damage and carry capacity". Ok. But by how much? Or "perception makes you shoot better". Does perception gives me better acurracy, damage, or does it decrease gun spread? Second: Outer World goes into a lot of detail on how stats and skills affect your character, it is WAY easier to build the character you want. It is simplified without losing depth. This is not a complicated game, all skills have clear benefits and give you sepecial "mini-perks" every 20 points invested into it. You level up skills by group until a skill gets to level 50, then you have to invest points directly into it. That gives you the option to have a character that can do a multitude of tasks and gives you a LOT of choices on how to act on quests and problems, without giving you a complete useless character in combat Third: attributes, skills and perks have a REALLY big impact on how you play. They have meaningfull bonuses, if above average, and penalties, if below average. There is also a perk sistem, some perks are somewhat generic but some of them will change the way you'll play. Best of all, none of the perks are auto-includes, you'll have to think about what's better for you, depending on your playstyle. The combination of these three things makes creating a character simple, fast, satisfying and it doesn't punish you too much when you make "bad" choices leveling up, no min-maxing needed.
    Combat: Well, it's the best combat a first person open world-bethesdalike RPG has. Guns are fun. They feel really good, from granade launchers to pistols. They have weight and good soundeffects. Melee feels way better than most first person RPGs, it'sl fun, but there is a lot of room to improve. That being said Outer Worlds melee it's WAY **** better than Skyrim's and all Bethesda Fallout games. Melee weapons feel like they pack a punch. In addition to that there is also bullet time, which makes shooting WAY more diverse and fun. It also gives some interesting options to melee characters.
    Another very important mechanic is dodging. Dodging gives combat A LOT of depth, new ways to avoid attacks, new ways to aproach enemies and having mobility in a FPS is a BIG breath of fresh air. You don't just sit in your ass shoting from cover, ou just run up to your enemies with a big stick furiously pressing right-click. There are better and way more fun options. And considering that games like these usually hava a lot of bland, cookie cutter combat that feels way more like an afterthought than a core part of the game Outer Worlds shines on making combat fun.
    Companions are just bullet sponges with passive perks for your squad, not a lot fun using them, but they can help. You can always go solo and gain bonuses for that!
    Story and Setting: The setting is just Borderlands without the cartoon-like visuals, a grayer pallete and added capitalistic distopian theme. Some areas are dull, some are beautiful and some are average. It's not the game's biggest strength, but it's good enough. Grafics are average. Faces have way more expression than most open world games, this helps a lot with dialog.
    The story is better than most of the open world games, choices don't matter a lot, it's a little too linear and short, but the dialog is awesome, companions have excelent character exploration, and good development. It feels a lot like what mass effect did with it's companion development. You go out, do quests for them, talk to them and that's it. It would be cool to have affection meters and a little conflict with your decisions by the companions, but the most important is there and is done really well.
    About the humour. it's Blackadder in space. Snarky jokes and dumb people getting in dumb situations. A lot of the NPCs and characters act like stooges, but it's fun! Just don't go expecting a gloomy and serious game like Fallout 3, or a mix of gloomy and humour like Fallout New Vegas.
    The last thing to add. The game is short compared to open worlds like Skyrim a and Fallout. But the content is more concentrated, there is way less downtime walking or doing other boring things and a lot of replayability.
    If you like borderlands, the fallout series, mass effect series and snarky humour it's a game for you! If you want a serious game, with a serious story and grimdark characters don't even get close to Outer Worlds.    … Expand
  37. Izzy0122
    Nov 14, 2019
    10
    In my opinion the best RPG of the year. Dialogue system is as good as in Fallout New Vegas and for me it should be new Fallout. Outer Worlds reached my expectations and gave my marvellous experience in 2019.
  38. Gus_kal
    Nov 14, 2019
    9
    The game hit all the right spots for me and i am extremely happy for the genre. Great dialog system, choices do matter and above all everything is so well made considering the budget that makes you wonder what Obsidian would have made if they had more money. The only downhill are the graphics and the optimize which seems luck-luster.
    Overall an enjoying game with high potentials for the sequel!
  39. Mr_Locke
    Dec 4, 2019
    9
    I just witnessed another Fallout franchise in the making...but now it's set in space. Obsidian's The Outer Worlds has given me a taste into a universe full of exciting adventures and colorful characters. I'm looking forward for more.
  40. jazzkartoffel
    Dec 6, 2019
    8
    I was very hyped during the release for the game but was quickly put-off due to the many bad, or average reviews, so I didn't buy it. A month later I decided that I was going to give it a honest shot and I was not disappointed, at all.

    To start; yes the weapons and enemies are quite boring and indiffirent. This is clearly the biggest flaw to the game. The weapons are really not unique,    I was very hyped during the release for the game but was quickly put-off due to the many bad, or average reviews, so I didn't buy it. A month later I decided that I was going to give it a honest shot and I was not disappointed, at all.

    To start; yes the weapons and enemies are quite boring and indiffirent. This is clearly the biggest flaw to the game. The weapons are really not unique, there are a couple of "science weapons" but they were very unviable and could barely be used. Most of the time I just went with a plasma rifle as it was extremely op to humans, which brings me to the next point.

    There is an extreme difference between humans and robots when it comes to fighting. I never had any problem what so ever when it came to fighting human opponents, but as soon as a couple of robots were involved the fight suddenly became quite hard. This might be an intentional design, but at the moment the difference is frankly too much.

    The game does of course not disappoint when it comes to RPG and storytelling. The story was compelling and I felt empathy for the characters as most of them were quite likeable. The story had several tough choices which I had a tough time deciding at the time, there was sadly too little consequences to the choices I made. The RPG was good, I played as a "scientific" character which specced into science and medicine. These skills were often used in dialog, but neither these or persuasion could be used to affect the ending like you can in New Vegas.

    The game was also sadly too short for the price in my opinion, but I eagerly await the dlcs and updates.

    Summary: the game is fun and I absolutely recommend getting it while it's on sale. The RPG and story is the main elements while the combat is sadly lacking. And as fun as it was, it is not close to the level of New Vegas.    … Expand
  41. Fitzer
    Dec 16, 2019
    10
    One of the best games to come out in 2019 I would dare to say!
    The story really grabs onto your play and you can get engrossed by soo many side quests that you don't even see the time moving past because theres so much to do and such delightful dialog to read through and change the course of an entire colony scraping to survive in such a divided world filled with expectations from you, the    One of the best games to come out in 2019 I would dare to say!
    The story really grabs onto your play and you can get engrossed by soo many side quests that you don't even see the time moving past because theres so much to do and such delightful dialog to read through and change the course of an entire colony scraping to survive in such a divided world filled with expectations from you, the player.
    The best part is you can play it at your own pace and in any manner that you like! The graphics and colour combinations are absolutely stunning despite some erroneous reviews claiming otherwise.
    All in all, of you liked New Vegas and if you are an RPG /Shooter /Sci-Fi fan looking for freedom of expression in gameplay, this is your game.
    Best outflux of my money this season so far!
    Go grab a copy and enjoy expressing yourself at your own pace!
    Can't wait for the DLC!    … Expand
  42. Frankie_Machine
    Dec 24, 2019
    9
    Didn’t have much hope for this game,but it suprised me.i am a big FNV fan and this game is a worthy successor
  43. Bozonini
    Oct 13, 2020
    9
    Outer worlds is more a book then a game. Its a "walking simulator" with some shooter elements. Its NOT a sandbox like Bethesda games.
    This game doesn't have what Fallout have but has something fallout 3 and 4 do not have - an amazing writing and dialogues! This game made me laugh so hard and get sad out of compassion.
    You should buy this game if you like interesting RPG dialogues,    Outer worlds is more a book then a game. Its a "walking simulator" with some shooter elements. Its NOT a sandbox like Bethesda games.
    This game doesn't have what Fallout have but has something fallout 3 and 4 do not have - an amazing writing and dialogues! This game made me laugh so hard and get sad out of compassion.

    You should buy this game if you like interesting RPG dialogues, making decisions and indie RPGs because this game does feel like an indie game.

    9/10    … Expand
  44. nathanjoneswork
    Feb 1, 2020
    8
    Its a really good call back to the good old days of Fallout. Even though this is an entirely new IP, it will remind you of the Masterpiece New Vegas. Plot, Characters and Story are done well, so is the gameplay, There is nothing quite exceptional or massive about it, but the game sure brings a smile to your face whenever you boot it up, give it a try :)
  45. Kelryth
    Feb 2, 2020
    9
    This is a great game. Feels like what I imagine a FireFly game would be like
  46. Scorpion654
    Feb 4, 2020
    10
    My new favourite RPG. Hope this becomes a franchise. Fun characters and worlds. Wish the game was longer but im satisfied with what I got.
  47. Spindini
    Feb 4, 2020
    8
    I loved playing this game. I loved it so much that I didn't care how repetitive it got. I really hope there will be a sequel that builds on this foundation.
  48. LaundrySauce15
    Apr 6, 2020
    8
    This is game is an instant classic and close to being a masterpiece, I would rate it a 8.5 if I could. The graphics are beautiful, I love the art style, it may look pretty similar to other games but there are some details that make it unique and gorgeous. The game play is fun sure it's not that original but it's still fun as hell, there are some mechanics that are kind of useless but, theyThis is game is an instant classic and close to being a masterpiece, I would rate it a 8.5 if I could. The graphics are beautiful, I love the art style, it may look pretty similar to other games but there are some details that make it unique and gorgeous. The game play is fun sure it's not that original but it's still fun as hell, there are some mechanics that are kind of useless but, they do not get in the way so it does not matter that much, the quests are nice however I don't like how sometimes you have to risk your life for a quests, and get the same reward as a different quest where you just had to do a small favor like ask someone out for someone, but this rarely happens. The story is alright it's not complex at all, but I can't say much about it since I'm only 10 hours in the game. The music is pretty bland nothing really memorable, but other than music the sound design is really good, and the voice acting is phenomenal so far. The characters are great I love almost all of the companions I've encountered so far. That about sums up my thoughts, great game if you love RPG's definitely play this, especially if you have the Xbox game pass.… Expand
  49. Dasamurai34
    Oct 29, 2020
    8
    Pretty good game overall, good writing, good fighting, act. It does everything pretty good, though the scale of the games maps and what not are quite small, but this game is still really good. I know I said good a lot, but that's what this game is, good. Average, moderate, good.
  50. RussianKeki4
    Apr 14, 2020
    8
    Игра не плохая, но и очень хорошей её не назвать. Разок пройти можно, но на второй она не тянет, несмотря на её вариативность прохождения и множество доп. квестов. Это не то чтобы Fallout на минималках, но до него всё равно не дотягивает (но немного). В целом разок посмотреть можно.Игра не плохая, но и очень хорошей её не назвать. Разок пройти можно, но на второй она не тянет, несмотря на её вариативность прохождения и множество доп. квестов. Это не то чтобы Fallout на минималках, но до него всё равно не дотягивает (но немного). В целом разок посмотреть можно.
  51. rexhent
    Jul 30, 2021
    10
    Its a great game, better then Fallout 4, Fallout New Vegas, Fallout 76, and Cyberpunk 2077.
  52. robrat
    Jul 4, 2020
    10
    Well Paced Story driven RPG game. great graphics and atmospheric sound..

    This game is NOT on rails. make you choices and play the way you want to.

    Risque and humour give an adult feel to the game. Jokes are actually funny and lots of surprises.
  53. Sabastionf
    Jul 5, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is overall amazing. I loved every moment of playing it. The only downside is i feel like the story is very short. I wish it was longer.… Expand
  54. apiro
    Jul 10, 2020
    9
    This is Fallout New Vegas without bugs on launch (or at least I have not encountered any).
  55. Crisener
    Aug 19, 2020
    8
    The mechanics of this game may not be the the most innovative or engaging and they would still need some work to be really great but they do support the atmosphere of a serious RPG game that doesn't mean to mess around. Most importantly though, they do support the charming narrative, well fleshed out characters, and climatic, comically fitting dialogue. The most confusing part of this gameThe mechanics of this game may not be the the most innovative or engaging and they would still need some work to be really great but they do support the atmosphere of a serious RPG game that doesn't mean to mess around. Most importantly though, they do support the charming narrative, well fleshed out characters, and climatic, comically fitting dialogue. The most confusing part of this game is the unbalanced quality of graphics, so let's hope Obsidian will release sequels to improve on it and explore this game's universe full potential, as it seems to still have some of its original space glamour left, just waiting to be discovered.… Expand
  56. ChiefInvicta
    Sep 1, 2020
    9
    I had almost lost hope that a company could make a compelling game in this day of micro-transactions but Obsidian does a AA game that has delivered so much more than the latest batch of AAA games.
  57. Lucianeitor1
    Aug 20, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The outer worlds is the best game i played this year, it has good controls, good graphics, excellents mechanics and the good thing is that the npc's are not as robotic as in fallout 4 and 76 (and that i love fallout)… Expand
  58. LazyPig
    Dec 7, 2020
    8
    A solid Space version of fallout. Sometimes feels a little bland, but for the most part a great game.
  59. Ridnir2
    Dec 17, 2020
    8
    Great game,great open world and really cool story. Its like better version of fallout and mass effect combine.
  60. ARSM
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    Visuals are a bit too vivid for some users, but the overall experience is amazing: you have the freedom to kill every single NPC in the game, and it will not break the story. The world exploration is exciting, dialogues are always sarcastic and funny, characters are memorable, and so on. It's also a great RPG, where leveling-up your skills make sense and give you a lot of optionalVisuals are a bit too vivid for some users, but the overall experience is amazing: you have the freedom to kill every single NPC in the game, and it will not break the story. The world exploration is exciting, dialogues are always sarcastic and funny, characters are memorable, and so on. It's also a great RPG, where leveling-up your skills make sense and give you a lot of optional solutions. And even shooting in The Outer Worlds is way better, than in almost any other RPG (including, F4, Deus Ex, and Cyberpunk).… Expand
  61. GarbageGal
    May 13, 2021
    9
    This game is a treat for fans of original Fallout and New Vegas. Obsidian use their expertise when building this game. A lot of flavor text, dark humor, and fun quests. An issue I have is simply that there isn't enough. I beat the game and it took me 25 hours, even when completing most side quests. I also feel like the story itself is just mediocre. The world building and characters areThis game is a treat for fans of original Fallout and New Vegas. Obsidian use their expertise when building this game. A lot of flavor text, dark humor, and fun quests. An issue I have is simply that there isn't enough. I beat the game and it took me 25 hours, even when completing most side quests. I also feel like the story itself is just mediocre. The world building and characters are wonderful, though. Really good writing.… Expand
  62. Karp
    May 29, 2020
    8
    I disagree with the negative reviews. Money well spent. Thoroughly enjoyed to the game. It really put the hook in me. Art, textures, voice acting and dialogue all met or exceeded my expectations. Please continue developing this as a series.
  63. Eisboer
    Apr 7, 2021
    9
    I had just finished Fallout New Vegas and was looking for a new single player rpg. Over the last years "outer worlds" was constantly recommended and I always saved it back in my mind for later. When I saw, that the same company that did Fallout New Vegas, also developed outer worlds, I knew I had to play it and I was not disappointed.

    I hate lukewarm uncreative unfunny story driven    I had just finished Fallout New Vegas and was looking for a new single player rpg. Over the last years "outer worlds" was constantly recommended and I always saved it back in my mind for later. When I saw, that the same company that did Fallout New Vegas, also developed outer worlds, I knew I had to play it and I was not disappointed.

    I hate lukewarm uncreative unfunny story driven games. If the gameplay isn't saving the game for me, I won't play it. Outer worlds thankfully has an interesting universe. Capitalism in it's end state. I had to read every worker log I could fine, because the interactions between corporations and it's workers were so damn funny. Everything is over the top in an ironic fun way.

    The gameplay is okay, not what makes you love the game, but it's good enough to go on with the quests and story. The balancing is pretty bad. Playing on hard, I was a pure glass canon, which meant that up until the very last boss fight, I was killing everything within seconds. No real challenge. I never ran out of meds or ammunition. I was picking everything from the ground, didn't even have to steal stuff and still didn't need to buy ammunition or meds. That's why this game "only" get's a 9 instead of 10.    … Expand
  64. Tomle1202
    Jan 21, 2020
    8
    The Outer Worlds' stellar writing takes the spotlight as the game's narrative and the emphasis on choices shine brightly amidst other aspects that are slightly more than mediocre at best.
  65. Smymor
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    Is a good game, a good FPS game, as an RPG I found it most lacking in content. There is no reason to go back to previous planets as there is nothing more to do. Cities are small and mostly 3 or 4 quests and you're done, up to the next.

    Exploring is almost non existent, only one or two planet is big enough to explore, but there are not secrets or anything really interesting to see out of    Is a good game, a good FPS game, as an RPG I found it most lacking in content. There is no reason to go back to previous planets as there is nothing more to do. Cities are small and mostly 3 or 4 quests and you're done, up to the next.

    Exploring is almost non existent, only one or two planet is big enough to explore, but there are not secrets or anything really interesting to see out of the normal questing areas.

    Campaign is good, Story goes very fast but is interesting enough, the characters are nice, but as everything goes so fast you really didn't know them to dept, maybe one or two of the companions. for most of NPC, you see them 1 or 2 times and that's it.

    I really like the looks of the game, there is a good variety of weapons looks, even if many play the same. Armors not so much, the major part are just recolors, so there are like 2 armor models, some clothes and that's it. That really doesn't matter at the end because the game is mostly FPP so you never see your character, only in equipment window (And if you're using a helmet, you will never see his/her face or hair for the rest of the game).

    As an RPG it lacks a lot, is too short, there's nothing to do outside of the main and some secondary quests (not much of them), replayability is very low, (maybe experience the two of the most different endings), and you will complete everything in 20-25 hours, including secondary quests and going unhurried.

    So, i'm giving the game the score as an FPS guided with some nice story, is enjoyable, and very fun to play (Love the humor).    … Expand
  66. SCAR93
    Jan 27, 2020
    9
    Outer World is like fun mix betwen Mass effect done good and fallout done good
    -combat is rl simple and melee attacks are hard to connect
    -companions skills are okey, but only one for each character made open combat not so enjoyable -character models and npc ai dissapoint the most -female characters looks like trash all of them are so weird and just strange -every character have like    Outer World is like fun mix betwen Mass effect done good and fallout done good
    -combat is rl simple and melee attacks are hard to connect
    -companions skills are okey, but only one for each character made open combat not so enjoyable
    -character models and npc ai dissapoint the most
    -female characters looks like trash all of them are so weird and just strange
    -every character have like 1 body model with same height and build its just off
    -character creator is OKEY if you blink a little and ignore the fact that this is FPP game and you cant even seee your own face in dialogs with npcs :D
    -NPCes barely move, some of them are patroling few of them might even visit hause and sleep for a while or just stand there and wait
    -Dialogs are good, my character can alvays find fitting response for himself
    -Choices in quests are real, 1st map dont give you mush sense of complexity in player choices, but they gets better later and can completly change your experience
    -finaly NPCes are mortal
    -Defficulty is a joke, 1st 3 affect only how mush you wanna limit combat to use only most effective tactics/weapons (2x stunning companions and long range rifle)
    Supernova offer this hardcore mode features from new vegas, but its all in, you cant just select Enemy dmg/enemy HP/survival elements/mortal companions, take it or swallow "normal" where fun builds are useable
    -Grafix are outstanding, besides character models thats looks like sh*t, game areas are great
    they looks absolutly stunning, every planet looks diferently and have own theme
    -game is utilizing same enemies many times, i know we have it everywhere else, but fuk it i ll point that out everytime its happening as my sign of the protest
    -Combat is avoidable/optional you can avoid many conflicts with dialogs or just being sneaky
    it will cost you fair dose of experience, but PACIFISM is reward by itself
    -You can respec your character quite easily in case if you are struggling to find fitting build to your playstyle - thats ok
    -Flaws system is fine, during your adventures your character can gain negative traits that will create some sort of weakness in exchange for perk point, this is not fair deal for the most times, but it is a another choice to build unique character
    -Game lack some sort of crafting system or something to utilize most of the loot, items just jump into your inventory and i bet you dont even need to pick up anything just rush thru the game
    -Economy is quite solid in The Outer Worlds, selling your junk dosnt get you to the fortune like in most RPGes, but it can help to effort basic needs ammo/healing/drugs
    -Dead characters stays dead and every character you meet can be killed
    -Your companions and npces have few dialog options to dont say same things over and over
    -Character build affect dialogs a lot, sadly for the quests not rl, maybe to unlock most hidden options during specific story path
    -Character progression is good, you can feel like every level matters and push your limits, game encourage you to invest points mostly in out of combat skills if you wanna interact with the world, but aiming for combat skills is rewarding
    -Perk system for main character and companions sux, some perks looks mandatory for any run, but the rest are like whatever, for companions its kind of worse they gain too few perk points to specialize them in anything fun and never gets 2nd ability which makes them repeat same move to the rest of your adventures
    -solo play as lone wolf have pretty mush only downsides, game clearly says "strength in numbers"
    companions works in the dialogs, have interactions with random npces, works in combat and are invisible to enemies if they cant see you lone wolf perk cant overcome all perks and sh*ts companions adds to the table
    -Armor design is bad, all armours looks weird or okey for best and you cant change colors or customize them anyway, just throw bonus upgrades to weapons and armour and play
    >Unreal engine 4:
    --game is optimized rl well wasnt like that for launch exacly, but current state of the game is amazing and enjoyable, game works smothly and have a lot of charm, its easy to alt+tab or get screenshots/quicksaves/stream/anything
    -Being UE4 game made The Outer Worlds unmodable - no fun allowed
    you wanna have all characters remodeled? NOPE, no fanmade models, no fanmade DLCes
    >Being EGS exclusive
    -i cant blame Obsidian for taking this deal, taking off 20% of the costs and getting extra founds alvays helps, just 60$ for Epic game is not something for my stomach and i would strongly advise to think about buying it on epic twice
    I played it with Microsoft gamepass, for 1$ and as mush as i dont like such gamepass model, for pearls like Outer Worlds it was worth it, i ll totaly hunt in on Steam or GOG if it will be possible, preferably cheaper than EGS price
    >
    Game deserve all the praises and most of the critics pointing out cons and pros are right
    my review is subjective, but to justify all my playtime 9/10.    … Expand
  67. ANTtheKNEEEE
    Dec 23, 2021
    9
    This game was made with love. I think the length was perfect. Maybe im just getting old but this is the right amount for me. The world is beautiful and all the dialogue!
  68. KARF4GEN
    Oct 30, 2020
    8
    Внешние миры очень интересный проект, который явно сделан с любовью и талантом, пусть и с небольшими бюджетными ограничениями. У Абсидиан явно нет 200 миллионов на одну и игру посему полностью открытого мира не вышло.
    Игроку предоставляются ограниченные области на планетах, и ему предстоит открыть небольшую предысторию каждой на своем пути. Попутно решая трудности местного населения, куда    Внешние миры очень интересный проект, который явно сделан с любовью и талантом, пусть и с небольшими бюджетными ограничениями. У Абсидиан явно нет 200 миллионов на одну и игру посему полностью открытого мира не вышло.
    Игроку предоставляются ограниченные области на планетах, и ему предстоит открыть небольшую предысторию каждой на своем пути. Попутно решая трудности местного населения, куда без этого?
    Стартуя из анабиоза в мир вымирающей колонии в звездной системе Алкион игрок получит одновременно и масс эффект андромеда и светлячок с легким флером Фоллаута в космосе. По ощущениям, если бы мир Фоллаута и смог бы пережить последствия ядереной войны, то в космосе человечество выглядело бы именно так.
    Через всю игру проходит откровенный стеб над расчеловечиванием сотрудников корпорациями, дурацкие директивы начальства и прочая буффонада над потребительским отношением людей друг к другу.
    Можно сказать, что Outer worlds игра про то, как либертарианцы занялись колонизацией других миров и привычно рыночек порешал в руины все начинания. Вплоть до голода рядом с заводом, полным рыбы и космических кораблей, летающих с полным трюмами продовольствия.
    Геймплейно чисто прокаченный New Vegas с небольшим бардаком в инвентаре и замедлением времени прямиком из старины MAx Payne. Так что никаких откровений не ждите.. Тут стрельба намного слабее, чем у ФЛТ4, но живые диалоги, классные напарники и возможность летать на своем корабле дает гораздо больший простор для отыгрыша, чем в условной ста миллионов Андромеде. В целом тут все сделано лучше, чем в других РПГ шутерах с большим бюджетами! И слабый импакт от оружия и малая карта визуального урона тут вообще не мешает наслаждаться дорогой капитана Безнадежного, который подарил надежду Алкиону!
    Рад покупке Майкрософт Obsidian! Очень надеюсь они им мешать не будут, а дадут средств и другой движок, потому что смотреть на недогружающиеся текстуры в UE за эти годы устал смертельно, но оптимизация нормас.
    При gtx980 60фпс+ есть, что по нашим временам большой плюс.
    Покупайте без каких-либо сомнений, если хотите прогуляться по звездной системе с напарниками и почитать-послушать много историй, а часто еще и пострелять во все стороны в этом Диком Западе за много световых лет от Земли!
    Есть задел на сиквелы и тут этого очень даже жду, буду рад продолжениям.    … Expand
  69. Gaudy
    May 17, 2023
    8
    Gran rpg de elecciones. Me lo he pasado muy bien eligiendo y viendo el destino del personaje. Se nota que el presupuesto del juego no es muy alto pero creo que han hecho un gran trabajo para lo que tienen. Se nota muchisimo la influencia de Fallout pero miro este jugo como un mini Fallout. 30 horas de diversión. Graficamente no es gran cosa, se siente obsoleto. Lo mundos son amplios peroGran rpg de elecciones. Me lo he pasado muy bien eligiendo y viendo el destino del personaje. Se nota que el presupuesto del juego no es muy alto pero creo que han hecho un gran trabajo para lo que tienen. Se nota muchisimo la influencia de Fallout pero miro este jugo como un mini Fallout. 30 horas de diversión. Graficamente no es gran cosa, se siente obsoleto. Lo mundos son amplios pero no son interesantes de explorar y se echa de menos mas vida en las ciudades. Los nps son todos iguales y se hecha en falta variedad sobre todo en las mujeres. Aun así, por divertido y por variedad rpg le doy un 8.… Expand
  70. rezo_21
    May 24, 2023
    8
    ====================IIIIIIIIII GAME SCORE : 77 IIIIIIIIII====================
  71. Bottlecaps
    Jun 24, 2020
    8
    after finishing the outer worlds all i could think was " wow no wonder everyone thinks this game is great" but then i come on metacritic and see how much people hate it ????? did we play the same game ? decidedly not as i'm sure most of the poor reviews played on easy mode as i played on easy first and got so bored i quit the game. supernova difficulty is what this game was designed forafter finishing the outer worlds all i could think was " wow no wonder everyone thinks this game is great" but then i come on metacritic and see how much people hate it ????? did we play the same game ? decidedly not as i'm sure most of the poor reviews played on easy mode as i played on easy first and got so bored i quit the game. supernova difficulty is what this game was designed for and if you don't play it on that difficulty you will be disappointed. not only that The outer worlds is NOT FALLOUT but is an open world RPG like fallout it is very easy to compare the outer worlds and fallout 3,nv and 4 . but please take it as its own thing it has its flaws sure and fallout dose do somethings better but the outer worlds is leagues better in other things.

    Story: the story is somewhat basic and what you would expect ......at first there is a lot of choice and directions the story can go based on your choices ( like how a good rpg should) how you treat your crew , who you help , who you kill , who you negotiate with ect ect , now for me i saved halcyon with phineas welles , nyoka and felix died on me in the final boss fight but the rest of the crew survived. the game has a slide show ending detailing how all of your decisions turned out in the long run ( much like fallout nv) for an rpg with branching story trees is a good move. over all i think the story is well written and paced , bogged down by some cliches here and there and some predictable quests but makes up for them by being mostly self aware and not afraid to poke fun at it self
    Story: 8.7/10

    World building: honestly this is the best part of the game and this genre/style of game the world in the outer worlds is fantastic and mirrors our own so well. capitalism has run rampant in a place where starvation and feral wild life out to kill ya and then those who are so desperate they become raiders those who will kill you for a scrap of leather everything has a place in this world. you are a wild card and people treat you like one. you are just as much a part of this world as they are though but you aren't brain washed like the rest of the residents. every planet has its own ecosystem and human condition , terra 1 has frontier towns , a big city and secret labs , terra 2 is a lawless place and has very few people besides those who were abandoned there , or tartarus the prison planet , the world is so well thought out and everything down to what items are where seems to be thought of.
    World building: 10/10

    Graphics: this game looks pretty good , im much less impressed by its graphics than i am the rest of the game. the art direction is good but the tech doesn't really keep up with it. with on exception , The sky textures no skys look better than the outer worlds they are truly beautiful. animations are stiff and reused a lot witch bugged me a little as it lessens the variety of the game and makes it feel cheap. it is nevertheless a game with visual character , its look stands out thanks to its art direction of retro futurism meets modern day capitalism
    Graphics:7.5/10

    Gameplay: to play the game you will have to forgive it for a lot of clunk with everything else this game does right it is easy to forgive its bare bones copypasta combat. on supernova you need to use enough tactics to make it feel like a challenge but on easier difficulty it's a breeze to get through just point and click. the choices and dynamically changing story saves this game from being a bore all together. but its an obsidian RPG made in the same style as fallout and fallout is not known for its thrilling fps combat. is it better than new vegas , YES the studio has improved and that's all you really need to know any improvement should be praised . it just feels like the game gets in its own way sometimes
    Gameplay 6.8/10

    Sound design : big disappointment here the voice acting for the companions and main characters are find but the rest is just good Enough , again better than new vegas but not really up to the industry standard. gun sounds are good though especially the plasmas or lazer guns but i think the music was forgettable i don't know any of the individual tracks even now thinking about it except for the final rush , but i do know the music always fit the mood and that in video games is important enough
    Sound design:6/10

    8.7+10+7.5+6.8+6=39
    395= 7.8/10

    this game is very good for rpg players , for first person shooter players use to spectacle not so much , it is a welcome addition to my library of games. i enjoyed the game thoroughly even if i did forgive a lot of its flaws , flaws i think can be easily ironed out in the eventual sequel because it deserves one    … Expand
  72. svonton
    Mar 20, 2020
    9
    so what i can say about this game - let me think - i definitely like it =D. as i saw a many people write something like 'meeeh its ok not great' or "rpg game must be better". maybe it because i not played for a long time rpg type game, with all this variations of dialog answer when u can beat the mission without killing anyone or get compromise between two aggressive fractions. yeah theso what i can say about this game - let me think - i definitely like it =D. as i saw a many people write something like 'meeeh its ok not great' or "rpg game must be better". maybe it because i not played for a long time rpg type game, with all this variations of dialog answer when u can beat the mission without killing anyone or get compromise between two aggressive fractions. yeah the biggest fun of this game i got by dialogs cuz it powerful "weapon" if u lvl up it more than 90 =D (yeah at the end i got something like 120 points in all language skills XD). but not only dialogue is pros of this game. leveling system, upgrading your weapons and armor (yeah is rpg what you expecting for?=D). partner system is important part of game too. maybe it because i never played fallout series but i think guys from obsidian done great game that can bring you a lot of fun =3… Expand
  73. Highlander117
    Dec 31, 2019
    8
    This game is great. Currently at 17 hours of playtime and it keeps on going. Good gameplay, really nice storytelling, awesome dialogue. Yes the characters could be better and there could be a bit more depth to the world and gameplay, but other then that its pretty solid.
  74. StankSoda
    Feb 17, 2020
    9
    Overall theme is a bit on the nose. But it's also a very unique game apart from the fallout components, which originally Obsidian created. If you like Orwell, you'll like this game.
  75. Welkinz
    Feb 24, 2021
    8
    Truly it is not a game with a storyline that will leave a deep impression in your mind, but gameplaying is fun and graphics are quite unique. It is worth playing, but I can see why Disco defeated it and got the Best RPG award in 2019.
  76. renatofontes
    Apr 18, 2021
    9
    I really like it, maybe it's because I've never played a fall out game?
    There are many things that could be improved, but for me there's nothing that detracts from the overall experience.
  77. Boyar
    May 26, 2020
    8
    Старомодная, крепко сбитая ролевая игра не без недостатков. Но некоторые вещи в век штампованных пародий на рпг уже удивляют, хотя еще десять лет назад это было в порядке вещей. Хорошая, качественная игра, в которой приятно находиться. Обсидиан снова делают игру с "квестами", а не с помойными "заданиями" вида "сходи и убей всех", предостаточно разговорных квестов, а диалоги в игре отличноСтаромодная, крепко сбитая ролевая игра не без недостатков. Но некоторые вещи в век штампованных пародий на рпг уже удивляют, хотя еще десять лет назад это было в порядке вещей. Хорошая, качественная игра, в которой приятно находиться. Обсидиан снова делают игру с "квестами", а не с помойными "заданиями" вида "сходи и убей всех", предостаточно разговорных квестов, а диалоги в игре отлично исполнены… Expand
  78. VigilanteOito
    Mar 13, 2021
    8
    Igual fallout, porem com tematica espacial.
    visuais legals.
    O unico defeito é a duração da campanha, muito curta.
  79. onurcan
    Jan 26, 2020
    9
    A space RPG, without the elements which don't contribute to the story directly, like unnecessarily detailed crafting, homebuilding, excessively branched skill trees etc. I don't like to struggle with these stuff, so The Outer Worlds has been a purely story ridden adventure for me.

    Graphics, UI, level design, combat etc. all satisfied me well. Especially liked the art style of the game.    A space RPG, without the elements which don't contribute to the story directly, like unnecessarily detailed crafting, homebuilding, excessively branched skill trees etc. I don't like to struggle with these stuff, so The Outer Worlds has been a purely story ridden adventure for me.

    Graphics, UI, level design, combat etc. all satisfied me well. Especially liked the art style of the game.

    The only not positive comment I can leave is the palpable weirdness in nearly every dialogue and personalities of characters. Whole character of Parvati, the somewhat-cringy allegedly-cool dialogues of Nyoka, the idea behind creating the personality of Vicar Max, the far from being original crazy professor Phineas, important faces of ALL factions, the cuteness in cute characters, the edginess in edgy characters. After seeing all these I feel like I kinda know what kind of people the developers behind these parts are. Feels like all the conversations in this game are written by a guy who learned the world and social interaction through movies, games and TV, internalized tolerance not by genuinly believing, but because it is the norm in this circle now. This feeling hit me nearly in every conversation in the game, and near the end, this started to bother me very much.

    Even though I found the dialogues kinda cringy, and the story not genuine and not original, I liked them too.    … Expand
  80. geesloper
    Apr 24, 2020
    9
    This was a game where I was genuinely sad when it ended. It has an amazingly in-depth narrative where the player's choices matter, likeable and relatable characters, and enough character customisation to keep any RPG fan happy.
  81. Lexa2004
    Feb 22, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is great! +
    1)It has got nice story.
    2)Not bad and good graphic.
    3)Interesting and nice characters.
    4) Wonderful Tree of improvements(You can be whoever you want).
    5) Interesting side quests.
    -
    The game is short..But you can restart game and change all story!    … Expand
  82. VaulterDisney
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    Plot good, nice companions at least for me, Parvati is one of the first voices in games i heard that doesn't sound artificially. The time slowing V.A.T.S. is better than the one made in Bethesda games.
    Just make a sequel.
  83. ZLOE_MOLOKO228
    Mar 2, 2020
    10
    игра просто ШЕДЕВР!!!
    противников маловато, но факт того, что игра потрясающая это не отменяет...
  84. VanCrio
    Apr 14, 2020
    10
    After all they have been through, Obsidan deserves every dollar. This game is very good. It has its shortcomings, but it is not wasted money.
  85. The-best-gamer
    Mar 27, 2020
    9
    One of the Best Games of all time (in my opinion). No matter how much you don't like or don't like fallout or Destiny, I guarantee you will most likely like this game. The PVP is amazing, on normal mode It deferentially isn't the hardest as in my 20+ hours in the game I only redid a few levels or areas, no not the boss level at the end with the head of the board. The PVP is similar toOne of the Best Games of all time (in my opinion). No matter how much you don't like or don't like fallout or Destiny, I guarantee you will most likely like this game. The PVP is amazing, on normal mode It deferentially isn't the hardest as in my 20+ hours in the game I only redid a few levels or areas, no not the boss level at the end with the head of the board. The PVP is similar to Destiny 2, I don't know about the first destiny as I've never played that before but the gunplay is fun. The storyline and dialogue is pretty good as it was made by the same people that made Fallout New Vegas. I like the aspect that you can use your skills as dialogue and that you can lie etc. To summarise the game, good fun game that's similar to Fallout 4 and Destiny 2 with great visuals and gives you an all-around fun time.… Expand
  86. IgnacVonBojler
    Mar 28, 2020
    9
    I thorougly enjoyed the game.
    There are some issues with side missions. You can't pick more than one, like in TES. And if you want to finish everything, you are forced to be frolicking around to many times to be enjoyable.
    I'm really hoping for sequel... Maybe it's not best choice, but it's spacer's choice.
  87. Leekah
    Dec 11, 2021
    9
    It's literally the best Fallout game. I didn't play with New Vegas, but because of that, I will definitely play it in a few days. I really like the fact, that there is choices what have consequences, and there is the humor, which was really funny for me sometimes.
  88. Piruz
    May 7, 2020
    9
    Let's be realistic, if we compare this to what we really do have today it is nearly ideal or at least excellent. Yes, it is not as big as you could expect, but it is maximum what could be done. And yes, Obsidian just made a fanservice game in new interesting universe with ease and crashed AAA projects. And it's not **** Vegas! If you have a brain that small that your only association isLet's be realistic, if we compare this to what we really do have today it is nearly ideal or at least excellent. Yes, it is not as big as you could expect, but it is maximum what could be done. And yes, Obsidian just made a fanservice game in new interesting universe with ease and crashed AAA projects. And it's not **** Vegas! If you have a brain that small that your only association is Vegas you should not share your priceless opinion, please.… Expand
  89. Leagars
    Jun 3, 2020
    9
    Very solid story and classic "fallout" RPG scheme - what should be even better?
  90. Kururu303
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Il gioco non è perfetto, ma ci tengo a dargli un voto così alto per avermi finalmente regalato una bella avventura gdr come non si vedeva da Fallout New Vegas. Il combat system è limitato ma divertente e i dialoghi sono la parte sicuramente migliore. Non vedo l'ora del nuovo capitolo!
  91. ricky6
    Mar 9, 2023
    8
    Loved it , bad optimisation on pc indeed, but beautiful world and story , the choices we make doesn’t have lot of different consequences , expect the radical ones but the game have a strong identity and pleasant to discover and play
  92. boddhisattva
    Sep 12, 2020
    8
    Great game. It does basically everything better than Fallout 3, 4, and especially 76.
  93. ErayTellezi
    May 7, 2023
    9
    Fallout New Vegas'ın uzaylısı. Obsidian'ın karakterin diyalog yeteneklerini de geliştirebildiğimiz rpg oyunlarını seviyorum. New Vegas'ta son boss'u konuşarak geçmiştim, bunda da aynı şeyi yaptım. Karizmatik ve bilim insanı karakterimle koloniyi kurtardım. Sanırım.

    Oyunun New Vegas'a benzeyen çok yönü var. Bunlardan birisi de birlikler arasında istediğimizi destekleyebilmemiz, onlara    Fallout New Vegas'ın uzaylısı. Obsidian'ın karakterin diyalog yeteneklerini de geliştirebildiğimiz rpg oyunlarını seviyorum. New Vegas'ta son boss'u konuşarak geçmiştim, bunda da aynı şeyi yaptım. Karizmatik ve bilim insanı karakterimle koloniyi kurtardım. Sanırım.

    Oyunun New Vegas'a benzeyen çok yönü var. Bunlardan birisi de birlikler arasında istediğimizi destekleyebilmemiz, onlara karşı tavırlarımıza tepki olarak dost veya düşman olmaları. Ben karakterimin yetenekleri doğrultusunda barışçıl bir politika izledim ve her şeyi konuşarak çözmeye çalıştım. Büyük ölçüde başarılı da oldum.

    Oyunun yan görevleri ve ana görevleri bence gayet iyi. Hepsinde bir hikaye, alengirli işler, alt hedefler var. Çoğu zaman yan görevler ve ana görevler birbirleriyle paralel ilerliyor. Ayrıca her faction'ın kendi görevleri de var.

    Genelde olay örgüsü şu şekilde ilerliyor: Yeni bir gezegene gidiyorsunuz, çıkarları çatışan iki gurup oluyor, ikisinin de yan görevlerini yapabiliyorsunuz, o gezegendeki ana görevin sonunda iki guruptan birisini vahşice veya barışçıl yolla başa getiriyorsunuz. Kimi zaman da iki grubun işbirliği yapmasını sağlayabiliyorsunuz. Ama tüm bu süreçteki kararlarda iş tamamen sizde. Mesela bir grubun bir görevindeki fonksiyonel görevi yapmadığım için gruptaki ikinci adamı gurubun başına geçiremedim ve bu nedenle diğer gurupla işbirliği yaptırtamadım. Neden sonuç ilişkisi gayet iyi işliyor yani.

    Oyunda Mass Effect'teki gibi yoldaşlarınız var. Bunları savaşlarda verdiğiniz emirlerle etkili bir şekilde kullanabiliyorsunuz. Aynı şekilde bunların da kendi görevleri oluyor. Ama Mass Effect'teki gibi bağlılıkları falan değişmiyor. Yine bu görevler de güzeldi. Bir de bu yoldaşlar kendi karakterlerine uygun şekilde diğer görevlerde veya açık dünyada yorum yapabiliyorlar. Bazen onlara danışabiliyorsunuz. Mesela Parvati tam bir üzümlü kek.

    New Vegas'a benzeyen bir diğer şeyse combat'ın dandikliği. Üstelik bu 2019 oyunu, mazereti yok yani. Vuruş hissi kötü, düşman çeşitliliği çok az. Silah çeşitliliği epey fazla. Acayip ve ender bulunan bilim silahları var. Bir tanesi düşmanı küçültüyordu örneğin. Çok ilginçti.

    Grafikler çok eski görünüyor. Hiç 2019 oyunu gibi değil. DLC'ler ana oyunun seviyesinde değil ama fena da değiller.

    Neticede hikayesiyle, görevlerinin kalitesiyle, yarattığı dünyasıyla oynamaktan çok keyif aldığım bir oyun oldu. Fallout hasreti çekenler için birebir.    … Expand
  94. matee75
    Aug 17, 2021
    8
    Good story writing, characters and dialogue system, while playing I encountered no bugs through the 12 hour gameplay, The combat system was average for me. Upgrading the skills were not that significant, and it would have took to much to maximize them.
  95. leonardray
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    This was a great stand in waiting for something from Bethesda or CD. Had a lot of fun but I also really enjoyed New Vegas so it depends on the person.
  96. Nikita_Kabanoff
    Dec 1, 2020
    8
    This game is а good project for Obsidian, but still needs work. Thank you so much.
  97. awagam34
    Jul 7, 2021
    9
    KORPORACYJNA DYSTOPIA
    Klimat zniszczonej korporacyjnymi łapami Arkadii przesiąka tą produkcję od deski do deski. Kontrast między biednymi robotnikami z Nadbrzeża a bogatymi elitami z Bizancjum, Wpisy w terminalach pokazujące w jak słabej sytuacji finansowej jest cała kolonia, czy świetnie napisane dialogi. To wszystko łączy się w naprawdę spójny i przede wszystkim interesujący i    KORPORACYJNA DYSTOPIA
    Klimat zniszczonej korporacyjnymi łapami Arkadii przesiąka tą produkcję od deski do deski. Kontrast między biednymi robotnikami z Nadbrzeża a bogatymi elitami z Bizancjum, Wpisy w terminalach pokazujące w jak słabej sytuacji finansowej jest cała kolonia, czy świetnie napisane dialogi. To wszystko łączy się w naprawdę spójny i przede wszystkim interesujący i nietypowy świat przedstawiony. Ogólne nastroje panujące wśród ludzi przypominają te spotykane w falloucie, oczywiście z lekkim korporacyjnym twistem, to w połączeniu z retrofuturyzmem, daje naprawdę nietypową mieszankę.
    OPRAWA AUDIOWIZUALNA
    Sama gra nie posiada wybitnej grafiki, celuje w realizmy ale gry AAA odjeżdżają jej na kilka długości. Nie powiedziałbym że The Outer Worlds jest brzydkie, ponieważ całość jest bardzo spójna, idealnie komplementuje charakter odwiedzanych przez nas miejsc. Muzyka jest tutaj raczej tylko wypełniaczem, na świeżo po ograniu gry pamiętam jeden soundtrack, który budzi we mnie miłe wspomnienia, ale tylko dlatego że kojarzę go z grą, a nie dlatego, że sam w sobie jest jakiś ponadprzeciętny. Na uwagę zasługują hologramowe plakaty, neonowe reklamy występujące w świecie gry, lub te które możemy zaobserwować na ekranach ładowania. Są bardzo wiarygodne, prześmiewcze, satyryczne i posiadają retro vibe.
    FABUŁA
    Historia walki człowieka z olbrzymimi korporacjami, czy zdecydujemy walczyć z nimi, przyłączyć się do nich, czy tylko udawać, że jesteśmy po ich stronie, tylko po to, żeby na końcu wsadzić im nóż w plecy. Wszystko zależy od nas i podejmowanych przez nas decyzji. Grę można spokojnie przejść kilka razy, za każdym razem z innym skutkiem. Większość questów możemy wykonać na różne sposoby, w zależności od tego jakie umiejętności mam rozwinięte. Sama fabuła jest dość wciągająca, nie jest też zbyt oczywista, więc gracz oczekuje na to jak rozwinie się przygoda. Powoduje to czasami opuszczenie kilku pobocznych questów a niektóre z nich prezentują naprawdę przyzwoity poziom i poza wprowadzaniem nas w klimat czy nastroje społeczne w danym miejscu, często też dostarczają nam naprawdę ciekawą historię.
    MODEL STRZELANIA
    Jak na grę rpg model strzelania jest naprawdę przyzwoity, oczywiście większość dmg zależy od naszych statystyk, ale wprawny strzelec powinien nadrobić braki punkcików swoim skillem. Szczególnie przyjemne jest strzelanie w słabe punkty przeciwników, nakładające konkretne efekty.
    WSZYSTKIEGO ZA MAŁO
    Jak na razie wszystko brzmi bardzo dobrze, jednak The Outer Worlds ma jeden problem. Brakuje tutaj trochę kontentu. Misje są świetne, ale główny wątek jest wyjątkowo krótki. Podobnie jest z uzbrojeniem. Widząc wszystkie bronie na pierwszych lvlach nie możemy się doczekać żeby znaleźć broń idealnie pasującą do nas, tylko po to, żeby po 10 godzinach gry zorientować się, że większość typów broni już odkryliśmy. Tak samo jest też z przeciwnikami, którzy praktycznie wszędzie mają podobne modele, czasami tylko różniące się kolorem zbroi, mimo że często dane lokacje są od siebie oddalone o lata świetlne w grze.    … Expand
  98. Krmassil24
    Feb 20, 2021
    10
    The outer worlds is definitely one of the best rpg games in recent years, yes there are some problems in action and optimization, but it offers a perfect RPG and a beautiful universe, but the open world turned out to be shallower than I expected.
  99. Woolee
    Sep 29, 2021
    9
    The Outer Worlds is sadly one of the most disappointing games I have played in recent years based on my expectations and the disconnect between the review score and my own experience.
  100. agekbaten
    Nov 27, 2021
    10
    An excellent game with a well-developed role-playing system, nice graphics, cool lore, witty jokes on the topic of radical capitalism, the absence of monotonous tasks. The price is high, but considering that such soulful games are the diamonds of the gaming industry, you can buy. It's hard not to like obsidian games when there is so much soul and love in them and they do not go down theAn excellent game with a well-developed role-playing system, nice graphics, cool lore, witty jokes on the topic of radical capitalism, the absence of monotonous tasks. The price is high, but considering that such soulful games are the diamonds of the gaming industry, you can buy. It's hard not to like obsidian games when there is so much soul and love in them and they do not go down the path of oversimplification to please new players.
    I would give it 8 out of 10, but to increase the rating of the meta critic I will give it 10 out of 10.
    I'm waiting for the second part from obsidian hard workers.    … Expand
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#42 Best PC Game of 2019
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#7 Most Discussed PC Game of 2019

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82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. Cubed3
    Nov 16, 2020
    70
    The problem with this isn't that it is a bad game (far from it), but the fact that it failed to reach its true potential… or maybe the expectations were simply too high, because there's nothing here that anyone can point to and say that it is terrible. Sadly, there's almost nothing that's great either, apart from the role-playing element and the quality of writing. The gunplay? Ok. The exploration? Decent. The plot? Fine. The dominant feeling here is of a game that is good enough so that you won't hate it, but also not as good for it to be the flawless classic that it could definitely be - but again, that's probably those darn high expectations speaking, because flaws or no flaws, The Outer Worlds shouldn't be missing from any RPG collection.
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  2. GameCritics
    Dec 9, 2019
    85
    An excellent effort from Obsidian, and though The Outer Worlds doesn’t surpass its predecessors by offering a world worth visiting over and over, the adventure it presents is more than worth the time spent.
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  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Dec 6, 2019
    84
    Usually, a planet has just one or two settlements and a bit of wildlands to explore. But that’s for the best – instead of exploring miles of filler content, Outer Worlds keeps you moving from planet to planet, from one tense situation to another. [Issue#241, p.34]
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