Outbound
News, coverage and analysis tracking Outbound across the outlets.- The MOP Up: Guild Wars 2 gears up for its PvP Rush eventGuild Wars 2 is launching its PvP Rush event on July 7th, offering boosted rewards and intense competition. The article also rounds up other smaller MMO news, including a fishing update for Outbound, Godot Engine's stance on AI, a Diablo IV Warlock trial, hotfixes for Dune: Awakening, new items in AdventureQuest 3D, a Standing Stone Games meetup at Gen Con, server adjustments in RIFT, and a reversed decision regarding XP boosters in Battlefield 6.
Outbound Reels In Free Fishing UpdateOutbound, a cosy camper-van adventure game, has received its first major free content update, introducing a fishing mechanic. The update is available now on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game has already attracted over 250,000 players since its release earlier this year.
Outbound update 1.1 out now, patch notes – fishing and moreThe cozy adventure game Outbound has received a major free update on Nintendo Switch, introducing a new fishing system. This update, dubbed The Fishing Update, adds craftable fishing rods, dozens of collectible fish species across various biomes, and new customization options for player homes, alongside numerous bug fixes and gameplay improvements.- “We're gonna need a bigger van!” Outbound Fishing Update Is OUT NOWThe first major content update for the cozy camper-van exploration game Outbound, titled The Fishing Update, is now available for free on all platforms including PC and consoles. This update introduces a fishing ecosystem with various rods and fish species, along with new building options for player homes. The game has seen significant success since its multi-platform launch in May, attracting over a quarter of a million players.
- The best MMO and multiplayer deals from Steam’s 2026 summer sale and beyondSteam's 2026 Summer Sale is offering significant discounts on a wide variety of MMO and multiplayer titles, including bundles and individual game sales. Notable deals include discounts on Palworld, Guild Wars 2, Dune Awakening, Destiny 2 DLC, Elder Scrolls Online, and many more, with prices slashed across numerous genres and publishers.
- Cozy camper van sim Outbound adds fishing and aquariums, why notThe multiplayer van life simulation game Outbound has received its June Patch 1.1, introducing a fishing mechanic with 32 types of fish that can be collected and displayed in aquariums. The developers have stated that fish are intended as decorative collectibles rather than a food source. Future updates will add more wildlife and NPCs.
This Week’s Japanese Game Releases: Star Fox, Villion: Code, moreThis week's Japanese game releases include Star Fox for Switch 2 and Villion: Code for PlayStation 5, Switch 2, PlayStation 4, and Switch. Other notable titles are DELTARUNE Chapter 5 and DEAD OR ALIVE 6 Last Round. The article also lists numerous other physical and digital releases across various platforms.
Famitsu review scores – June 21, 2026Famitsu has released its latest review scores for the week of June 21, 2026, featuring titles such as Medabots Card Robattle RB, Villion: Code, and Saeko: Giantess Dating Sim. The scores indicate a range of critical reception for these games, with final totals out of 40 points.- Life sim Paralives launches into early access with Among Us and Outbound collabsThe indie life simulation game Paralives has launched into early access, selling over 250,000 copies and topping Steam's best-sellers chart within eight hours. The single-player title features collaborations with multiplayer games Among Us and Outbound, allowing players to incorporate elements and even play the other games within Paralives.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – May 24, 2026 – Yoshi holds off Pokemon Pokopia, Tales of Arise debutsThe latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of May 24, 2026, show Yoshi and the Mysterious Book holding the top spot, followed by Pokemon Pokopia. Tales of Arise debuted with two editions in the top ten, while other notable titles like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza also charted.
Outbound Review | TheXboxHubOutbound is a slow-paced, cozy campervan adventure game that emphasizes exploration and crafting. While its deliberate nature may deter some players, those who embrace its leisurely pace will find a delightful experience with a focus on nature and base building within the campervan. The game is available on Xbox via Game Pass and also on PC and PlayStation 5.
Something for the Bank Holiday Weekend – 23/05/26This week's news includes the end of Destiny 2 development and major layoffs at Bungie, alongside the 10th Warhammer Skulls event. PlayStation State of Play will feature Wolverine, and new titles like Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV and F1 25 DLC were announced. Embracer is splitting, and Sony's single-player games will no longer release on PC.
Outbound Review – Happy campersOutbound is a cozy open-world adventure game where players explore colorful biomes in a customizable camper, gathering resources to craft upgrades and build a camper-top home. While the game encourages a relaxed pace and offers creative freedom in building, some players may find the slow unlock of advanced materials and night-time limitations frustrating.- FZHS: Forza och tre andra spel låstaForza Horizon 6 has received critical acclaim with an average score of 91 out of 100, continuing Playground Games' streak of high-scoring titles. The article also provides updates on other games in the FZ High Score season 10, including Mixtape, The Dark Pictures: Directive 8020, and Outbound, with Forza Horizon 6 being the latest to have its score locked.
- Portside Game Assembly Sets Sail Again on June 26: Conference Program for Indie Game Studios AnnouncedThe Portside Game Assembly, an expert conference for indie game studios, will hold its second edition on June 25-26 in Hamburg. The event will feature talks from developers like Rebecca Lautner and Mark Cooke on topics such as game development, sequels, and community engagement. The B2B conference aims to foster exchange among studio heads and founders through short talks and roundtables, with participation from over 60 studios worldwide.
Outbound Review – Just me, my van and no planOutbound is an open-world survival and exploration game where players live out of a campervan, focusing on resource gathering, crafting, and base building. While the game features a gorgeous environment and a robust base-building system, its core loop is repetitive and unrewarding, with sluggish traversal and a lack of narrative drive making the experience feel isolating and uninspired.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – May 17, 2026 – Yoshi overthrows Pokemon PokopiaThe latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of May 17, 2026, show "Yoshi and the Mysterious Book" taking the top spot, dethroning "Pokemon Pokopia" due to pre-load sales. "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" and "Outbound" also entered the top ten.- Betawatch: Subnautica 2 dives into early access with a big splashSubnautica 2 has launched into early access, drawing significant player interest and discussion, partly fueled by prior controversy. The article also provides a broad overview of other games currently in various stages of testing, including Farever, Star Citizen, and EverQuest Legends, highlighting player counts, updates, and testing statuses.
Outbound launch trailer – cozy open-world exploration game arrives for Nintendo Switch 2, SwitchOutbound, a cozy open-world exploration game, has launched for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch with a new trailer. Players can customize their camper van, explore diverse biomes, craft items, grow gardens, and adopt a pet. The game supports solo play and online co-op for up to four players.- Camper van sim Outbound expands launch to PlayStation and SwitchThe camper van simulation game Outbound has expanded its launch to PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, in addition to its previously released PC version. Developer Square Glade Games also released a new trailer and reported 40,000 players on launch day. The team is currently focused on improving multiplayer stability, UI, and resource balancing.