Outcasters

 Stadia
User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 62 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 44 out of 62
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 62
  3. Negative: 4 out of 62

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  1. AmeriGamer
    Dec 12, 2020
    8
    Outcasters is a fast paced multiplayer, twin sticks game that allows you to go against your friends or random people. You would think that a game like this wouldn’t thrive on the Stadia platform due to some of the issues the platform has had in the past but I’m happy to say that this is far from reality. With the fast growth of Stadia, the multiplayer seems to be thriving as well. NeverOutcasters is a fast paced multiplayer, twin sticks game that allows you to go against your friends or random people. You would think that a game like this wouldn’t thrive on the Stadia platform due to some of the issues the platform has had in the past but I’m happy to say that this is far from reality. With the fast growth of Stadia, the multiplayer seems to be thriving as well. Never once did I have issues to find a lobby to play making it really easy to jump in and out of games. When it comes to the actual gameplay, I can honestly say that this game is an absolute joy to play. You play as a customizable caster with a variety of objectives, depending of the mode you’re in. For example, if you’re playing in “Last Caster Standing,” The objective is to simply take out all the other players on the map similar to a Battle Royal type game. Or if you’re in the “Gold rush” mode, then the objective is to collect and bank coins and the first team to 50 wins. There are 3 modes in total and all equally fun to play. With 12 hours under my belt, I never once experienced fatigue in the frantic style of playing that the game introduces. Outcasters is reasonably priced too coming in at $20 or alternatively free with a Stadia Pro subscription at the time of writing this.… Expand
  2. bbtuxi
    Apr 3, 2021
    2
    Die Steuerung ist einfach zu kompliziert. Die hätten sich eher an Brawlstars orientieren sollen.
  3. L337FOOL
    Dec 11, 2020
    9
    At first glance this game seems simple and fun. Once you get comfortable with it the game reveals its depth as a competitive online game. This is an original and addictive title that can keep even the most hard-core gamer occupied for quite a while.
  4. Stoked4Good
    Dec 24, 2020
    8
    Good simple addictive fun. Can't wait to see what else is on the roadmap here!
  5. Dais
    Dec 16, 2020
    4
    Very fun and addictive game... My son and I, have a blast playing this game.
  6. EcoNomad
    Aug 8, 2021
    9
    This game is super fun! I love the cartoon aesthetic and overall design. Gameplay wise its fun and the bullet curving makes matches really exhilarating
  7. WebGamer
    Aug 10, 2021
    9
    Incredibly fun Stadia exclusive. The game is exclusively PVP and it feels very fair and very skill based. I also like that while there is a battle royale mode in the rotation, the game changes between other modes keeping it fun. It's a great game that plays great with controller. It plays okay with keyboard and mouse but the way the mouse control works I am less accurate. So I always playIncredibly fun Stadia exclusive. The game is exclusively PVP and it feels very fair and very skill based. I also like that while there is a battle royale mode in the rotation, the game changes between other modes keeping it fun. It's a great game that plays great with controller. It plays okay with keyboard and mouse but the way the mouse control works I am less accurate. So I always play with controller.… Expand
  8. Chopper_
    Dec 29, 2020
    9
    This game is incredibly fun to play. The power up combos, curve shot mechanic, and team objective maps are great and very replayable.
  9. scooterama
    Aug 8, 2021
    9
    One of the most fun games I've seen on Stadia. it is a pity the player base is so small, but nevertheless the learning curve is not easy but challenging and enjoyable. It's fun to come back to it and even the bots are getting better over time.
  10. JacobRose
    Dec 10, 2020
    8
    Outcasters is a very enjoyable game that takes a fun twist on the online family-friendly competitive game genre and mixes it with a shooter in a way that works surprisingly well. The music is catchy, the characters are cute, and the gameplay is addicting. It’s got a good combination of being simple enough that you don’t struggle to understand what’s going on, but getting a hang ofOutcasters is a very enjoyable game that takes a fun twist on the online family-friendly competitive game genre and mixes it with a shooter in a way that works surprisingly well. The music is catchy, the characters are cute, and the gameplay is addicting. It’s got a good combination of being simple enough that you don’t struggle to understand what’s going on, but getting a hang of curving your shots or utilizing the best combination of shot boosters takes time and practice. The only thing holding this game back at this point is the lack of depth. While fun, there are only three game modes, and all are limited to a maximum of ten players, which can mean at times you find yourself running around on a map waiting to run into someone on the other team. If they’re willing to add additional content this game would definitely grow in value, but as it stands, it still makes for a great way to spend a dozen or so hours.… Expand
  11. Urgh_of_Tar
    Jul 6, 2021
    3
    Gameplay is fun, varied, and exhilarating.
    However matchmaking does not work because the active population of the game is insufficient for their matchmaking system to function adequately, which prevents players from experiencing significant chunks of the game since only the training/practice modes are reliably available.
  12. Hopybombr
    Aug 8, 2021
    8
    Outcasters is a ton of fun! It gets lost in the sea of games on the Stadia platform, but it is a great time none the less. The customization of your vinyl is deap and fun. I really like this game and but it last a consistent player base.

    It takes a bit of practise to get adjusted to the game, but once you figure out how to curve and move it is great fun. This game screams Free To    Outcasters is a ton of fun! It gets lost in the sea of games on the Stadia platform, but it is a great time none the less. The customization of your vinyl is deap and fun. I really like this game and but it last a consistent player base.

    It takes a bit of practise to get adjusted to the game, but once you figure out how to curve and move it is great fun.

    This game screams Free To Play, but time will tell. I hope more people can get a chance to experience this gem of a game.    … Expand
  13. StadiAzwe
    Aug 8, 2021
    5
    Not for me. Fun in bursts, but depth is lacking. I can see many people getting a kick out of this
  14. x2i
    Aug 8, 2021
    7
    An incredibly fun and addictive game to start with, but can get a bit repetetive after a while.

    I'll explain, there are three modes to choose from, a team deathmatch which pits two teams of casters against each other to see who can attain the most kills, money in the bank which has you collecting coins for your bank whilst fending off the other team and stopping them from banking coins    An incredibly fun and addictive game to start with, but can get a bit repetetive after a while.

    I'll explain, there are three modes to choose from, a team deathmatch which pits two teams of casters against each other to see who can attain the most kills, money in the bank which has you collecting coins for your bank whilst fending off the other team and stopping them from banking coins too... and finally a last caster stading battle royale mode which is pretty much what it says on the tin.

    Right off the bat this game is addictive and there are definitely lots of skills for you to practice, from curving your shots around corners or even U-turns, to using your powerups to either defend yourself or launch an offensive on the opposing team. Once you've mastered these skills though, the game can get a bit repetetive, and since you cannot necessarily choose which game mode you play, eventually you get tired of playing the same three modes over and over.

    Coupled with the fact that Stadia still has a relatively low playerbase due to it's infancy, you more often than not find yourself just up against bots a lot of the time. Still, one redeeming feature for the game for those eligible for it is Crowd Play... a Stadia specific feature which allows YouTube streamers to open their games up to the public and have YouTube/Stadia handle all of the queining and invites. If you can find a Streamer with enough of a following, Crowd Play opens up an entirely new dynamic to the game - even if it is the same 3 modes.

    I'd give the game a higher score though if I could see the developers actively developing more content for the game, but it seems to have been pretty stagnant as of late. But if you have Stadia... it's definitely worth a look at.    … Expand
  15. dasfloh
    Aug 8, 2021
    8
    lustiges Gameplay, aber die Userbase ist zu klein. viele bots. meine Empfehlung, sucht euch 4 Mitspieler.
  16. DethAlive
    Aug 8, 2021
    7
    Lots of fun and fast paced. The quick gameplay(5mins round) and the various way you can stack the abilities are just awesome. Would like a few more maps/game modes because after a many hours it does get repetitive.
  17. Bothendo
    Jul 13, 2022
    8
    Das Spiel ist jetzt kostenlos. Ein guter Schritt da es sonst bei Stadia untergegangen wäre. Und das wäre dem Spiel nicht gerecht, es ist ein lustiges Partyspiel würde ich sagen. Mal reinschauen ist ein muss für jeden Stadianer
  18. DaveSG
    Aug 9, 2021
    8
    Very fun game. To pick up for quick fun. Looks good m and runs amazing. ...
  19. a2zChiller
    Aug 9, 2021
    8
    Hot
    - very very fun to play. easy to learn but hard to master
    - Excellent design and animation... the levels to the characters and celebrations are top-notch
    - Crowd Play implementation

    Not
    - Could use more game modes
    - MP lobbies are empty since the game left Pro. Time for the game to go Free 2 play tbh.
  20. Joshlion
    Aug 9, 2021
    7
    Tengo sentimientos encontrados con este juego. La jugabilidad es tremenda, los efectos de sonido, la personalización, sus modos de juego, todo eso es excelente. Pero se ve una UI poco pulida, al arrancar veo un color plano azul de fondo un poco de juego despreocupado y falta una liga competitiva o algo que incite a los jugadores a entrar más. Me da mucha pena esto porque es un buen juegoTengo sentimientos encontrados con este juego. La jugabilidad es tremenda, los efectos de sonido, la personalización, sus modos de juego, todo eso es excelente. Pero se ve una UI poco pulida, al arrancar veo un color plano azul de fondo un poco de juego despreocupado y falta una liga competitiva o algo que incite a los jugadores a entrar más. Me da mucha pena esto porque es un buen juego que necesita algún incentivo para mantener un mínimo de usuarios activos y no se han propuesto mejorarlo. Da la sensación de que lo sacaron sin terminar y ya no le han dedicado más tiempo, pero es muy entretenido para entrar un rato a cumplir un par de misiones rápidas (tipo juego de móvil).… Expand
  21. HellMonkey88
    Aug 10, 2021
    5
    Outcasters is a fun game. The fun wears thin after about 30-45 minutes with only 3 game modes and a whole bunch of bots. It's badly in need of something fresh to entice people in as it could be a really good game with a little addition here and there. Free to play model would suit this game perfectly. develop for other platforms and enable cross-play.
  22. banjoboyslim
    Aug 10, 2021
    7
    A genuinely fun game to hop on quickly. It's simplicity keeps things fair. I just wish there was more incentive to unlocking outfits.
  23. mariovelvet
    Aug 13, 2021
    8
    Outcasters is a super fun, fast-paced, and slightly chaotic twin stick game.

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Metascore
74

Mixed or average reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Android Central
    Feb 5, 2021
    70
    Outcasters isn't the stellar killer-app that Stadia so deparately needs, but it offers enough to pad out the Pro subscription for Google's cloud gaming service just a little bit further. It's an extremely fun game that delivers on the promise of being easy to pick up and play but difficult to master.
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  2. GamingTrend
    Dec 22, 2020
    80
    Outcasters is an outrageously fun Stadia exclusive with an innovative shot mechanic and wacky graphics. If you can get a party for four together, it’s an amazing time, but even playing solo with online randoms is a great treat too.
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  3. The Escapist
    Dec 14, 2020
    70
    Ultimately, Outcasters mostly seems ready to settle into its niche that it’s created. It’s not designed to be the killer app that reels in a mass of new players, but it should attract some. Better yet, since it launched directly into Stadia Pro, it’s there on day one for the folks who are already the most committed. For a platform trying to find its footing in a crowded, competitive space, solidifying the publisher-player relationship is crucial. There will be bigger, flashier, and likely better games to come from Stadia Games and Entertainment in the years ahead, but for now, those already playing via Google’s tangerine-tinted cloud will find they have their first example of a fun, albeit flawed, multiplayer game they won’t find anywhere else.
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