The Outer Worlds 2
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Obsidian returns to The Outer Worlds after 3 years to add a whole new weapon type, fix bugs, and delist its OG versionObsidian Entertainment is releasing a new update for The Outer Worlds, which will add a new weapon type, performance fixes, and other gameplay improvements. This update also aims to test their release pipeline and address issues within the Spacer's Choice remaster edition. The developer is also delisting the original version of the game.
PS5 Players Surprised With Free Upgrade of Beloved PS4 RPGObsidian Entertainment announced that owners of The Outer Worlds on PlayStation 4, along with its DLC, will receive a free upgrade to the PlayStation 5-exclusive Spacer's Choice Edition on May 27, 2026. After this date, the original PS4 version will be delisted from most platforms, with only PS4 owners able to purchase it via the PS Store.
Take note Xbox, exclusives are the main reason people buy video game consolesA recent consumer survey indicates that exclusive games remain the primary driver for console purchases, despite Microsoft's multiplatform strategy. While some Xbox titles have found success on PlayStation 5, the data suggests a return to exclusives may be necessary for Xbox's future success with Project Helix. Sony also appears to be re-evaluating its own multiplatform approach for single-player titles.- The Outer Worlds Is Getting Grenades, Nearly 7 Years After It Came OutThe Outer Worlds is receiving a new gameplay addition in the form of grenades, nearly seven years after its initial launch. This update comes several months after the release of its sequel.
The Outer Worlds: Spacer’s Choice Edition gets major updates and becomes a free upgradeObsidian Entertainment has released a significant update for The Outer Worlds: Spacer's Choice Edition, which will become the only purchasable version of the game on most storefronts after May 27th. Players who own the original The Outer Worlds will receive a free upgrade to the Spacer's Choice Edition. The update includes performance fixes, lighting changes, gameplay improvements, and the addition of grenades, aiming to make this the definitive version of the RPG.
The Outer Worlds Will Offer Free PS5 Remaster Upgrade Amidst Delistings and Price DropsObsidian Entertainment announced that players who own the base version of The Outer Worlds on PlayStation 4 before May 27, 2026, will receive a free upgrade to the Spacer's Choice Edition on PlayStation 5. The original version will be delisted from most storefronts on that date, with permanent price drops coming to the Spacer's Choice Edition. New patches are also being released to address performance and gameplay issues in the Spacer's Choice Edition.
The Outer Worlds Base Game to be Delisted, Owners Will be Upgraded to Spacer’s Choice EditionObsidian Entertainment announced that all owners of the original The Outer Worlds will receive a free upgrade to The Outer Worlds: Spacer's Choice Edition. The base game will be delisted from digital storefronts on May 27th, with only the Spacer's Choice Edition remaining available for purchase. Updates for the Spacer's Choice Edition are also being released, addressing performance, gameplay, and lighting issues, and adding grenades as a weapon type.
ROG Xbox Ally To Dock With A Host Of New UpdatesThe ASUS ROG Ally is receiving a series of updates aimed at enhancing its handheld and docked performance, bringing it closer to a traditional Xbox console experience. Key improvements include better docked play features like Auto Low Latency Mode and Variable Refresh Rate, along with Auto Super Resolution for sharper visuals on larger displays. The Xbox PC app will also be updated to consolidate all installed games into a single interface, and haptic feedback and Bluetooth LE Audio are being refined for greater immersion and lower latency.
New ROG Xbox Ally Updates: Docking Improvements, Auto SR Preview, Collective Library, Enhanced Vibration, and MoreMicrosoft and ASUS have released significant updates for the ROG Ally and ROG Ally X handheld PCs, focusing on improving docked play experiences with features like automatic TV display switching and enhanced smart TV compatibility. The updates also introduce a new Display Widget in Game Bar for easier setting adjustments, improved controller pairing, and a preview of Auto Super Resolution technology for sharper visuals on external displays.
Xbox games are making bank on PlayStationXbox games generated $667 million in gross revenue by being ported to PlayStation 5, according to a report by Rhys Elliott of Alinea Analytics. While some titles like Forza Horizon 5 and Sea of Thieves performed exceptionally well, others like Starfield and Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition also met sales thresholds. Sony, conversely, is not planning to port more PlayStation 5 games to PC, focusing on single-player exclusives for its console while live-service games will be multiplatform.
Xbox Cutting Game Pass and Pulling Call of Duty Is Finally HonestXbox has reduced the price of Game Pass Ultimate and will no longer offer day-one access to future Call of Duty titles, a move described as the most honest statement from the company in years. This shift acknowledges that the previous pricing and strategy were unsustainable, particularly after the acquisition of Activision Blizzard. The company is also scaling back its hardware ambitions and focusing on becoming a multi-platform publisher.
Fallout co-creator hopes to "make one more game" before his second retirement from RPG developmentFallout co-creator Tim Cain has expressed a desire to develop one more RPG before retiring from the industry again. Cain, who has had a long career with companies like Interplay and Obsidian Entertainment, feels he is running out of topics for his YouTube channel and is currently working on an unannounced project at Obsidian.
Fallout co-creator wants to make one last game before he retires 'for the second time'Fallout co-creator Tim Cain is winding down his personal YouTube channel, where he has shared insights into the game industry for three years. He feels he has conveyed most of his stories and knowledge, and is considering retirement for the second time, though he may still contribute to games at Obsidian Entertainment.
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Xbox Will 'Reevaluate' Its Game Exclusivity, Throwing Potential Doubt Over PS5 PortsXbox head Asha Sharma has confirmed that Microsoft will reevaluate its approach to video game exclusivity. This internal debate follows a trend of Xbox and PC titles releasing on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. While previously announced multiplatform releases are unlikely to be affected, future unannounced ports could be impacted by this strategic shift.
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Bethesda showed the Fallout: New Vegas team a "powerpoint about all the things Obsidian did wrong," dev says:…Former Fallout: New Vegas senior designer Chris Avellone revealed that Bethesda presented Obsidian Entertainment with a PowerPoint detailing the game's perceived failures. Avellone expressed that this presentation was demoralizing, despite Obsidian's efforts to keep the Fallout franchise relevant. Bethesda later took the series in-house for Fallout 4 and Fallout 76, while Obsidian moved on to other original IPs.- PAON’s Philosophie du Soi EP Now AvailableScarlet Moon announced that PAON's debut EP, Philosophie du Soi, is now available on digital and streaming platforms. The EP features a genre-blending concept of "space jazz" and draws from PAON's background in video game development for titles like Stellar Blade and The Outer Worlds 2. Vocalist Pernelle described the project as a manifestation of her imaginary worlds and a "cry of the soul."
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