Outward 2 Open Beta Available Now on Steam
Nine Dots Studio has launched an open beta for Outward 2, allowing players to test its survival RPG features before the July 7 early access launch.
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Outward 2 launches open beta
Nine Dots Studio has launched an open beta for Outward 2, their upcoming open-world survival action RPG. The game, set to launch in early access on July 7th for Windows PC, emphasizes player choice, consequence, and a living world with a full seasonal cycle. Features include ritual spellcasting, tactical combat, and both split-screen and online co-op.
Outward 2 Open Beta Is Live on Steam Until June 22 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
The open beta for Outward 2 is currently live on Steam until June 22, allowing players to test a version of the game that includes dungeons, challenging enemies, and co-op features. While the beta offers a glimpse into the action RPG's design, it is noted to be rough with technical issues and optimization problems, reflecting its early state. The game emphasizes survival mechanics like managing hunger and thirst, with no fast travel and a penalty for death, aiming to provide a challenging sense of adventure similar to its predecessor, in preparation for its early access launch on July 7.
Outward 2 open beta test now available
An open beta test for the adventure RPG Outward 2 is now available on PC via Steam. Developed by Nine Dots Studio and published by Nine Dots Publishing, the game challenges players to survive in the unforgiving world of Aurai through critical thinking and preparation. The sequel features a living, evolving world with a seasonal cycle, growth through mastery, ritual spellcasting, tactical combat, and cooperative play.
Outward 2, the sequel to a survival action RPG we gave an 89% to, is in open beta now
Outward 2, the sequel to the 2019 survival action RPG, is now available in open beta. Developer Nine Dots Studio is using the beta to gather bug reports ahead of the full game's July 7 release. The game features a unique mechanic where players cannot die, but a hardcore mode offers a 20% chance of permanent save file deletion upon defeat.
