A true spiritual successor to "Fallout New Vegas," "The Outer Worlds" is a nostalgic throwback to old school role playing and yet it's own truly uniqu beast. It's appropriate that this game debuted when it did, in the disastrous wake of "Fallout 76," as it celebrates and improves upon the game mechanics that Bethesda was once known for. It's a reminder of what a solid role playing game is supposed to be, and that begins with player agency. There's a tremendous amount of choice right out the gate, starting with a robust character creation menu and continuing on with branching quests and side quests that have impact both immediately and later on in the narrative.
The gameplay is solid, with combat and gun play/melee feeling smooth and fluid for the most part. Character progression is rewarding and there was never, ever a point of intolerable grind in the entire 30 hours I spent in my first playthrough. You squad of six companions is composed of colorful, humorous and well written personalities, all of whom feature fantastic voice acting and unique perks / combat abilities (Ellie, Vicar Max and Nyoka were personal favorites). I encountered only a few glitches and bugs playing the game on my PS4 Pro, the only notable instances being a slightly delayed rendering of world textures upon entering a new settlement / port from time to time and the occasional drop in frame rate during intense enemy encounters later in the game. I found myself invested in the world, the characters and the story within an hour of beginning, and that investment only yielded greater returns as I played through.
The companion squad selection reminded me of the system utilized by the "Mass Effect" trilogy while the Time Dilatation mechanic was a new twist on the "Fallout" VATS system (oddly enough, especially in comparison to the bastardized VATS mechanic in "Fallout 76, an improvement on the overall concept). The musical score is memorable and loaded with personality while the Everyman vs. Corporate Overlords story is quirky enough to not feel familiar or tired. The art direction, character designs, color palette and overall look of the game is gorgeous to look at, and if anything, you're left wanting more. In fact, if I have one gripe about the game it's that it wasn't long enough. I found myself in the endgame much more quickly than I thought I would, and realized that this was a much shorter experience than I had realized. This doesn't detract from the experience, mind you, but it does leave you feeling that there's an entire third act of the game that was cut for some reason. Perhaps DLC content later on down the line? I hope so.
At the end of the day, "The Outer Worlds" isn't a perfect AAA game offering. That may be it's greatest strength, really. There's a lot of heart and soul in this little gem, and a ton of fun to be had. Additionally, there isn't a single microtransaction or slimy monetization tactic to be found anywhere. My hat is off to Obsidian. They gave us an RPG experience that hasn't really been seen since "Fallout: New Vegas" (arguably the best of the modern era "Fallout" games). Here's hoping for a sequel some day that let's us return to Halcyon for another round of Zero Gee vodka shots and adventures.
Final Verdict: 9/10
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Product information
| Computer Platform | PlayStation 4 |
|---|---|
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00710425575150 |
| UPC | 710425575150 710425555176 |
| Compatible Video Game Console Models | Sony PlayStation 4 |
| ASIN | B07SWT3C45 |
| Release date | October 25, 2019 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #8,181 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #325 in PlayStation 4 Games |
| Product Dimensions | 0.4 x 5.3 x 6.9 inches; 1.62 ounces |
| Type of item | Video Game |
| Rated | Mature |
| Item model number | 57515 |
| Item Weight | 1.62 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Private Division |
| Date First Available | June 9, 2019 |
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The player-driven story RPG
In keeping with the Obsidian tradition, how you approach The Outer Worlds is up to you. Your choices affect not only the way the story develops; but your character build, companion stories, and end game scenarios.
You can be flawed, in a good way
New to The Outer Worlds is the idea of flaws. A compelling hero is made by the flaws they carry with them. While playing The Outer Worlds, the game tracks your experience to find what you aren't particularly good at. Keep getting attacked by Raptidons? Taking the Raptiphobia flaw gives you a debuff when confronting the vicious creatures, but rewards you with an additional character perk immediately. This optional approach to the game helps you build the character you want while exploring Halcyon.
Lead your companions
During your journey through the furthest colony, you will meet a host of characters who will want to join your crew. Armed with unique abilities, these companions all have their own missions, motivations, and ideals. It's up to you to help them achieve their goals, or turn them to your own ends.
Explore the corporate colony
Halcyon is a colony at the edge of the galaxy owned and operated by a corporate board. They control everything... except for the alien monsters left behind when the terraforming of the colony’s two planets didn’t exactly go according to plan. Find your ship, build your crew, and explore the settlements, space stations, and other intriguing locations throughout Halcyon.
UPS strikes again...
Definitely not the sellers fault. Once again received a ps4 game sent through UPS and the package got smashed and damaged. The disk looks great and otherwise should be a good game.
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