The Outer Worlds 2 is having a nice start with critics! On Metacritic, the game currently holds an 84 on Xbox, 81 on PS5, and 81 on PC, and OpenCritic shows an 83 average and a “Strong” recommendation rating.
Keep in mind that those are the ratings at the time of writing, and they can increase or decrease over time!
The Outer Worlds 2 – Review Highlights
Most outlets agree that The Outer Worlds 2 improves on nearly every aspect of the 2019 original. They are calling it “bigger, deeper, and more complex,” with better writing, more satisfying quests, and refined combat.
Critics also highlight how the sequel doubles down on player choice and the way the world reacts. The story and dialogue receive tons of compliments and are called witty and self-aware: “smartly written, sophisticated, and weirdly grounded.”
Another big plus, and a point that many reviewers seem to be emphasizing, is that the branching paths and moral decisions lead to wildly different adventures across multiple playthroughs.
Where The Outer Worlds 2 Falls Short
Even though the game received a lot of praise, The Outer Worlds 2 is not perfect. Several outlets mention a ton of technical issues and frequent glitches, along with clunky navigation and UI design. Some testers felt that certain companions lacked a bit of depth due to the absence of romance or more natural dialogue options.
Nevertheless, these flaws do not outweigh the rest. Reviewers describe it as a “challenging, clever, and humorous sci-fi adventure” that stays true to the original, even if it does not reinvent anything.
The Outer Worlds 2 might not bring anything new, but it delivers a confident sequel packed with choice, charm, and chaos. If you loved the first game, you will most likely love this one too.
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