Outward 2 Steam news

• Steam app typegame
• Steam App ID2849490
• PriceNo longer available on Steam Store
• Release dateQ3 2026
• DeveloperNine Dots Studio
• PublisherNine Dots Publishing
• Parent gameNot available

Genres: Action, Adventure, RPG

Company pages: Developer: Nine Dots StudioPublisher: Nine Dots Publishing

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Outward 2 Steam news

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• Outward 2 will be at The Triple-i Initiative on October 8th! - 16 September 2026

  Hello adventurers,The Triple-i Initiative has announced its return on the 8th of October at 9am PT/6pm CESTand we’re thrilled to announce that Outward 2 will be part of it!If you’re not familiar with it, the III-Initiative is 45 minutes of back-to-back reveals, trailers launch dates and more, from other studios like us. There's no hosts, ads or sponsors. Just games! Come see what we’ve been cooking!Watch the III-Initiative trailer here: The show will be streamed on YouTube Twitch and right here on Steam.check out https://iii-initiative.com/ for more information.That’s all for now, hope to see you at the show!Stay connectedJoin the conversation on the Nine Dots server: https://discord.gg/tcP9XzZ2fp

• The Beta is coming to an end - 22 June 2026

  Hey adventurers,We’ll be shutting the gates soon as the Beta comes to an end. A massive thank you to everyone who jumped in and played the Beta… all 212,000 of you!We’ve gathered a LOT of feedback and bug reports that will help guide our next steps. We received a lot of support following the delay announcement. We really felt the love.We will keep working hard to deliver the best version of Outward 2, with your feedback in mind! We’re still open to any feedback you may want to share.Share your thoughts here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDCs2uagvXyQQdkxkUcksDHntROBXUBfT8jtW3SgQKBDzHmA/viewformJoin the conversation on the Nine Dots server: https://discord.gg/tcP9XzZ2fp

• Less than a month before launch, survival RPG Outward 2 delayed into 2027 - 16 June 2026

  Survival RPG Outward 2 has been delayed from a July 2026 release into next year. Developer Nine Dots Studio delivered the news on Steam today, with Nine Dots CEO and Outward 2 creative director Guillaume Boucher-Vidal saying "I apologize that we couldn’t give you the game you guys deserve on time.".. Read more.

• Delaying the launch of Outward 2 - 16 June 2026

  Hi everyone,I know that this might seem sudden as not that long ago we released a trailer inviting people to explore Aurai during summer, but the truth is that if we just stick to the plan stubbornly, we’re delivering a product that might not satisfy your expectations. The last thing we want to do is disappoint fans of Outward and there has been a lot of comments stating that they wish for the game to spend more time in development before the launch. The point of a Beta is to listen to feedback, and so we will.Dropping this news is especially painful knowing that some of our most dedicated players actually planned their summer break around the release date. It sucks for you and I personally apologize to everyone affected this way. However, it would be even worse if you ended up playing something over your vacation that you were not even happy with.It’s hard to gauge what is the appropri…

• The Beta is now OPEN - 7 June 2026

  Hello Adventurers,The gates of the beta are now open to everyone until June 22ndYou’re welcome to join in on the fun and start your own adventure! Are you prepared enough to survive Aurai? Your backpack awaits as you take your first steps in La Rescapée. Read the FAQ below to make sure you’re fully prepared to start your adventure. Watch the trailer now SHARE YOUR BEST MOMENT IN THE BETA AND GET EARLY KEYS TO THE GAME! The contest will end on June 22nd. Share your best videos or screenshots playing the Beta on social medias, Use #exploreaurai on your post and tag a friend to get the chance for two early keys of Outward 2 Full terms and conditions here.Please find all the information related to the Open Beta below. CAN I RECORD, STREAM AND SHARE THE BETA’S CONTENT? Yes, absolutely, there is no NDA for the beta’s content. We even encourage you to share your best pictures using #visitaurai…

• Outward 2, the sequel to a survival action RPG we gave an 89% to, is in open beta now - 7 June 2026

  We liked the original Outward , released in 2019, quite a lot—our own Christopher Livingston gave it a sterling 89% in his Outward review thanks to its emphasis on making difficult, interesting choices: "Most of all, it makes you approach each and every encounter as if your life depended on it—even though you never die." So we're equally pleased the sequel's almost here... Read more.

• What's next going forward - 5 June 2026

  Hi everyone. First off, an immense thank you to everyone who joined the Beta and gave us feedback, either positive or negative. It’s been apparent that the Beta has been rocky for many, and even the more convinced players had heavy caveats to their appreciation of the build in your hands.I admit that I took too long to start responding personally to your messages. At first, I thought the distance would prevent tainting the experience of players, but to be honest, direct communication and transparency were always my preference. I should have been more involved from the start. With that being said, I can assure you that we’ve been monitoring everything very closely, from what’s happening in the discord servers, on Reddit, on Youtube, on streams and the multitude of comment sections everywhere.While it’s clear that a lot of you are disappointed by the state of the game’s stability, I also…

• Share your best moments and you might win a pair of Outward 2 Keys! - 4 June 2026

  The Outward 2 Beta is underway. Now we want to see your best moments across Aurai. Until June 22nd, we’re launching the #ExploreAurai Community Contest!To participate:Follow our Nine Dots account on the platform you want to post Nine Dots TikTok, Nine Dots Youtube, Nine Dots Instagram or Our Discord in the #screenshot-and-art channelPost your best screenshot or video from the Beta using#ExploreAurai,Tag a friend you’d bring along on the adventure and tag us too! Our selected winners will receive two early access keys for Outward. One for you and one for the friend you tagged. We will contact the winners after June 22nd and we will send the Early Access keys 3 days ahead of the official Early Access release of the game. Use our Tiktok Effect to be featured directly!Extra : Use our postcard template to create the best postcard from Aurai (available in this folder). Use your favorite editi…

• 5 tips to play Outward 2 Beta! AG French Direct Trailer - 27 May 2026

  Watch our new trailer from the AG French Direct showcase!Tip #1 — CHECK YOUR VITALS! Outward is a game that simulates the life of an ordinary adventurer in a very hostile world. You need to take care of your basic needs. — Eating well, staying hydrated, and getting enough sleep is the foundation of survival! You can also boost your strength further by drinking potions or coating your weapons with the right varnish, fire, electricity or good old poison.Tip #2 — DROP YOUR BAG! In Outward, your backpack is your best friend. In combat, it can quickly turn into your worst enemy . When a fight breaks out, drop your backpack so you can roll and better preserve your stamina . See what happens when I keep it on?Tip #3 — Keep your pockets full! Since you'll be fighting without your bag, make sure you have everything you need in your pockets. Health and stamina potions, bandages, bullets for your…

• The sequel to one of my favorite survival games doesn't just respawn you back at home when you die: that'd be way too easy - 27 May 2026

  In the opening moments of Outward 2, I receive what sounds like a simple quest: to find a flower with medicinal properties in the wilds to the west of the city, and deliver it to a doctor... Read more.

• The Outward 2 Closed Beta is now live! - 26 May 2026

  Hello adventurers!Outward 2 Closed Beta is now live!Please find all the information related to the closed beta below in the FAQ.You can leave your feedback on Discord or by filling this survey.#ExploreAurai: Get a chance to win an early Key for Outward 2! The Outward 2 Beta is underway. Now we want to see your best moments across Aurai. (Incredible adventures, discoveries, victories or questionable decisions!)Starting today until June 22nd, we’re launching the #ExploreAurai Community Contest!To participate:Follow our Nine Dots account on the platform you want to post Nine Dots TikTok Nine Dots Youtube Nine Dots instagram Our Discord in the #screenshot-and-art channel Post your best screenshot or video from the Beta using#ExploreAurai, Tag a friend you’d bring along on the adventure and tag us too!Our selected winners will receive two early access keys for Outward 2 — one for you and one…

• Going Hands-On With Outward 2’s Closed Beta—Once More Unto The Breach - 24 May 2026

  I genuinely didn’t think I’d be returning to Outward 2 quite so soon. Usually with these previews, there’s a reasonable gap of time between when we get to see it, and when we potentially get to look at it in a more critical capacity. Honestly, it’s a nice change of pace sometimes to feel like you’re a small part of something getting built—or at the very least, getting to be a witness of it. This second Hands-On with Outward 2 was a bit more in-depth than my first outing with the game. Not only is it in a completely new area with a completely different beginning, but because we got to sit down with Nine Dots CEO and co-founder Guillaume Boucher-Vidal as he gave us a small glimpse of the demo and a deep look into the game’s design philosophy. “But our belief was that, just like us, there would be gamers out there who would rather focus on immersion than being spoon-fed, like, cool powers…

• Outward 2 lines up a July release date with the promise that even your dusty old potato of a PC can run it - 19 May 2026

  There is no denying that plenty of RPGs , purposefully designed so or not, are some kind of power fantasy. You're the destined hero, the chosen one, you've heard it all before. Outward 2, like its predecessor, doesn't position you as such a figure. You are simply just a regular adventurer, surviving as best they can. And now, the sequel has a release date! Read more

• Survival RPG Outward 2 will run just fine on 'potato' settings, and as proof, here's testimony from an actual potato - 19 May 2026

  s my ancient PC gets ever older and my hopes of upgrading it someday grow ever dimmer , I spend a lot of time peering through skeptical eyes at upcoming game trailers. "Looks good, but will I be able to run it? I bet those slick graphics are going to set my GPU on fire. Reflective puddles? In this economy?".. Read more.

• Huge news! Closed Beta & Release date - 19 May 2026

  Mark your calendar: WE’RE RELEASING ON JULY 7THThanks to potato mode, Outward 2 can run on your old machines! Discover our upcoming PC specs in this smashing trailer. Outward 2 can be enjoyed from a battle station to an air fryer. Take a look at the trailer for more information: ːsteamthisːːsteamthisːːsteamthisːAll resolutions in the requirements graphic use quality upscaling.CLOSED BETA STARTING IN A WEEK! The Closed Beta will run from Tuesday, May 26th at 4PM EST to Monday June 8th 1 PM EST! If you had access to the January playtest, you will automatically get access to this version of the game as well. You will only need to update the game before you can launch it. If you are not registered yet and would like to get your hands on the Closed beta, please register here:https://www.ninedotsstudio.com/playtest-registration/ or on SteamːsteamthisːːsteamthisːːsteamthisːYou can also registe…

• Outward 2 is participating in the IGN Fan Fest 2026 - 24 February 2026

  Hello everyone! We’re excited to announce Outward 2 is featured in the IGN Fan Fest! Tomorrow, on February 25th, we’re deep diving into combat mechanics. Aurai is more than ever filled with powerful and evil monsters. How will you fight back? How will you tackle the challenges you will stumble into along your journey? There’s many paths available to you, and no wrong answer. We hope you will join us! IGN Fan Fest 2026 will be streaming live on the following platforms:IGN.comIGN's YouTubeSteamFacebookTwitter / XTwitchIGN mobile appsEurogamerVG247GamesIndsutry.bizRock Paper ShotgunJoin the conversation! Come chat or ask your questions to the devs here: https://discord.gg/tcP9XzZ2fp

• We’re participating in Quebec games celebration - 16 February 2026

  Hello everyone! We’re excited to announce we will participate in the Quebec games celebration showcase this Thursday, February 19th at 6PM EST! You can watch the show on Youtube or on Twitch.Did you know you can eat poutine in Outward? It raises the cold weather defense because it’s such a warm and comforting meal. At Nine Dots studio, some of us made it a thing to go out every Wednesday and get a poutine for lunch. When we look out the office windows, we're confronted to Quebec's freezing temperatures and we find ourselves daydreaming of eating a good ol’ poutine. It just makes sense that poutine would be back in Outward 2. There’s a poutine emoji we particularly love using in our Discord server. If you’re reading this, send the poutine emoji in our discord to celebrate!Send a poutine emoji here!Do you want to make the perfect Poutine? Here's an easy to follow recipe to make poutine. 1…

• The playtest is coming to an end - 3 February 2026

  Hello adventurers, The playtest has ended. All good things come to an end but don’t worry, we’ll be back soon. If you’re playing right now, the access will go away after you close the application. We want to warmly thank each and every one of you who took part in the playtest…Over 100 000 of you!!! That’s incredible and once again, you delivered. We received a lot of feedback and bug reports and they will be invaluable for our development going forward. Still have feedback to share?We’re still open to any feedback you may want to share with us! Tell us everything and spill the tea! Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1OKKF-NqlMXdJ8b9qIfpJiPrgjSp257AAKoKV-j5tTmE/editJoin the community Join the conversation on the Nine Dots server: https://discord.gg/tcP9XzZ2fp

• READ THE PLAYTEST FAQ - 27 January 2026

  Hello adventurers, Please find all the information related to the playtest below. If you want to learn more about it, you can join Guillaume in our upcoming Livestream TODAY - 2PM EST or catch it on replay. CAN I RECORD, STREAM AND SHARE THE PLAYTEST CONTENT? Yes, absolutely, there is no NDA (Non Disclosure agreement) for the playtest content. We’d love to be tagged in the content you share online on every platform:InstagramYoutubeTiktokTwitterBlueskyLinkedin (yeah why not, some of you could be video game professionals :)) Make sure you also follow us on Steam! HOW TO PLAY? Open the Steam client: Launch the Steam application on your computer.Go to the "Games" menu: Click on "Games" at the top-left of the client window.Select "Activate a Product on Steam...": Choose this option from the drop-down menu. Follow the on-screen instructions: Click "Next" to proceed to the next step.Enter your…

• Playtest Livestream with Guillaume - 26 January 2026

  Hello adventurers!Today is the last day registrations will be opened for this playtest. Head over to the Outward 2 Steam page to register to playtest if you haven’t already! You can also register on our website. Access will however come quicker from the website registrations, on January 27th. Access from the Steam registrations will be sent on January 28th. If selected from a Steam registration, you’ll be able to use a new feature that allows players to invite friends to the playtest directly from Steam. These friends will then also be able to invite their friends, and so on. That’s pretty cool, right? When invited, a player receives a notification letting them know they have been invited by a friend to join the playtest. There's more! Join Guillaume live on Twitch tomorrow, January 27th at 2PM EST to chat about everything Outward and watch his playtest gameplay. Come show your support…