Summary
The Outer Worlds 2is set to send fans to a new sector of its overly-corporatized and satirical sci-fi galaxy populated by oddballs and misfits. Currently on track to release later this year,The Outer Worlds 2looks to expand on the world and narrative that Obsidian Entertainment introduced players to in 2019. The sequel won’t be following directly from the events of the first title, but will still retain much ofThe Outer World’s spirit in its flavor, flair, and design.
Obsidian is responsible for creating some of themost beloved Western RPGsout there, and among them is its 2010 entry in the massively popular post-apocalyptic franchise,Fallout: New Vegas. In a recent developer interview posted by IGN on July 10, 2025, key members of Obsidian outlined how the studio looked at the factors that madeNew Vegasso well-liked and respected, and that they are taking these to heart forThe Outer Worlds 2; something that is likely music to many fans' ears for how it is shaping up to be another excellent RPG experience.
The Outer Worlds 2will be launching for PS5as well as being a day one Game Pass title.
Obsidian Stating That The Outer Worlds 2 is Pulling Heavily From Fallout: New Vegas is a Hugely Encouraging Sign
The Outer Worlds 2 Will Look to Call Back to Some of the Best Parts of Fallout: New Vegas
In the aforementioned video, titled “How Fallout: New Vegas Influenced The Outer Worlds 2”, Creative Director Leonard Boyarsky and Game Director Brandon Adler spoke more at length about their approach specifically in taking some ofFallout: New Vegas' most iconic designand gameplay aspects and integrating them intoThe Outer Worlds 2.The pair described that Obsidian’s philosophy for its player avatars usually centers around them being a complete outsider to the setting and situation.
Having to get the lay of the land and a handle on the Mojave’s diverse and often dangerous inhabitants was certainly true forNew Vegas' Courier, and remains an element that Obsidian has continued to focus on and polish in its games since, withAvowedbeing the most recent example. ForThe Outer Worlds 2, they highlighted that the team went back to look closely at how it was used inFallout: New Vegas,along with various other features and decisions, that resulted in it being one of the most reactive and engaging RPG adventures.
The Outer Worlds 2 Taking Cues From Fallout: New Vegas Promises Another Stellar Experience
Boyarsky, who was part of the core team behind the originalFallout, also honed in the presentation ofNew Vegas' major factions like Ceasar’s Legion andThe New California Republic, and how the game gives players varied ways and options of interacting with them and other NPCs, sometimes in surprising circumstances.The Outer Worldsfeltconstrained in certain ways regarding this, and although it can perhaps be chalked up to the differences in vision and development process between the two titles, it’s nevertheless an item Obsidian seeks to address in the sequel.
The Outer Worlds 2has been compared toStarfield, and while it clearly shares some overall traits, it’s not as massive, but instead has a more curated story and world-building direction that emphasizes Obsidian strengths and preferences when designing its games.TOW2hopes to focus further on faction variety and interesting, nuanced characters as it delves more into the distinct cultures and vibe of its setting. This extends to companions as well. LikeFallout: New Vegas,The Outer Worldshad some great companions, and this is an area that the second title also looks to elevate.
Similarly, the two mentioned confronting fans with moremoral dilemmas inThe Outer Worlds 2, somethingNew Vegashad no lack of either. Overall, it seems likeTOW2is shaping up to be more likeFallout: New Vegasin spirit than perhaps was originally expected. And given thatNVconsistently ranks high on the list of all-time FPS sci-fi RPGs, this is surely another welcome sign for many fans in terms of howThe Outer Worlds 2could turn out to be.
