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Outbound Shifts Launch to Avoid Subnautica 2 Competition

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Outbound's release has been moved up to May 11th on PC and Xbox. This adjustment aims to sidestep direct competition with Subnautica 2's launch. PlayStation and Switch versions will still release on May 14th.

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Massively Overpovered

Outbound un-delays its launch by a few days to escape Subnautica 2’s release

The indie game Outbound has adjusted its launch date to May 11th to avoid direct competition with the highly anticipated Subnautica 2, which was originally set to release on May 14th. While the PC and Xbox versions will now launch on May 11th, the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch versions will still release on May 14th. The free demo for Outbound will be available until May 8th.

The Sixth Axis

Outbound will launch earlier than planned because of Subnautica 2

Square Glade Games has moved the release date for their game Outbound forward to May 11th on PC platforms to avoid a direct clash with the Early Access launch of Subnautica 2 on May 14th. The PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch versions of Outbound will still release on May 14th. Outbound is a co-op exploration game where players travel in an upgradable camper.

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Gamespot

Another Highly Wishlisted Game Just Moved Its Release Date Up Because Of Subnautica 2

Square Glade Games has moved up the release date for their survival-crafting game Outbound to May 11 to avoid direct competition with the highly anticipated Subnautica 2. While the PC and Xbox versions will launch on May 11, the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch versions are still scheduled for May 14.

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Console Creatures

Outbound Delayed From April Release Date, Launching In May | Console Creatures

The open-world exploration game Outbound has been delayed from its original April 23 release date to May 14. Developers Square Glade Games and Silver Lining Games cited a serious issue affecting player experience as the reason for the delay. The game will launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, with its demo extended until May 12.

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Massively Overpovered

Kickstarted co-op camper sim Outbound is still inbound – but it’s been delayed until May 14

The cozy co-op camper simulation game Outbound, developed by Square Glade Games, has been delayed from its original April 23rd early access launch to May 14th. The studio cited an issue discovered late in development that could negatively impact player enjoyment as the reason for the delay. A free demo remains available until May 12th.

Destructoid

‘Difficult decision’ forces Outbound team to delay launch by three weeks

The developers of the exploration game Outbound have delayed its launch by three weeks to May 14 due to a late-stage issue that would negatively impact player enjoyment. The demo will remain available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S until May 12. The full game will be released simultaneously on all platforms, including the Nintendo Switch.

The Sixth Axis

Outbound has been delayed to May 14th

The release of Outbound has been delayed to May 14th due to an issue identified late in development that could impact player enjoyment. Square Glade Games stated the delay is necessary to ensure a more polished experience. A free demo will remain available until May 12th.

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Games Press

Cozy Hit OUTBOUND Global Launch Moved to May 14

Silver Lining Interactive and Square Glade Games have delayed the global launch of their cozy crafting and exploration game, Outbound, from April 23rd to May 14th. The decision was made to allow for additional polish and bug fixing to ensure a high-quality player experience across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch. The free demo will remain available on selected platforms until May 12th.

Nintendo Everything

Outbound gains Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch release date [update: delayed]

The release of the cozy open-world exploration game Outbound has been delayed to May 14, 2026, for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Originally slated for April 23, 2026, developers Silver Lining Interactive and Square Glade Games cited the need for additional tuning and polish to address an issue that could negatively impact player enjoyment.

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Gematsu

Outbound delayed to May 14

The open-world exploration game Outbound has been delayed from April 23 to May 14. Publisher Silver Lining Games and developer Square Glade Games cited an issue that could negatively impact player enjoyment. The game will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and the upcoming Switch 2. The demo will remain available until May 12 as an apology for the delay.

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