In the expansive universe of The Outer Worlds 2, players are presented with a rich tapestry of over 90 perks, each designed to enhance gameplay and allow for unique character customization. As the release date approaches, enthusiasts are eagerly strategizing their builds, weighing the merits of various traits that will shape their RPG experience.
The Outer Worlds 2 perks
Perks are unlocked at every even character level, with a new tier of perks becoming available after every five perks are acquired. For instance, by selecting the Psychopath perk, players can eventually access the Serial Killer perk, which rewards them with a health bonus based on the number of human hearts collected—a rather macabre yet intriguing mechanic.
To fully utilize certain perks, players must invest in specific skills within the game. For example, those looking to enhance their stealth capabilities will benefit from investing in the Sneak skill, which opens up further perks that aid in avoiding traps and executing sneak attacks.
Here are some of the known perks in The Outer Worlds 2 and their effects:
| Perk | Description | Effect |
| Bulletshield | You gain a bonus to damage resistance and max health, but enemies are more likely to target you over your companions. | 10% Damage Resistance 10% Base Health |
| Trophy Hunter | You gain a small innate chance to land a critical hit. This bonus is increased against bosses. | +5% Critical Chance +20% Critical Chance against Bosses |
| Commando | You unlock an additional weapon equipment slot. | Melee +1 or Guns +1 |
| Sharpshooter | Marksman and sniper rifles deal increased damage at distances greater than 20 meters, with reduced damage at closer ranges. Sneak attack damage for marksman rifles is also amplified. | +100% Sneak Attack Damage +30% Damage to far enemies -15% Damage to near enemies |
| Pickpocket | Gain the ability to pickpocket others. This can be activated by crouching near an unaware individual, provided you have sufficient Lockpick skill. | N/A |
| Foodie | Food and drinks consumed provide enhanced healing. Additionally, drugs grant extra inhaler charges. | +25% healing from Food and Drink +25% inhaler charge from Drugs |
| Survivalist | Creatures always drop raw meat, which can be consumed as food. | N/A |
| Heavy Handed | Melee power attacks can knock down enemies, with a cooldown period between activations. | N/A |
| Ninja | While sprinting or sliding, you have an increased chance to evade incoming attacks, especially when wearing light or medium armor. | +10% Evasion Chance in Heavy Armor +20% Evasion Chance in Light and Medium Armor |
| Serial Killer | Humans you defeat drop their hearts, granting a max health bonus for each trophy collected. The drop chance is guaranteed if the target was not hostile. | +5% Max health per heart collected |
| Assassin | After achieving a stealth kill, your movement speed significantly increases for a brief period. | Movement Speed +100% for 5 seconds |
Here’s a list of all the perks in The Outer Worlds 2:
- Bulletshield
- Trophy Hunter
- Commando
- Sharpshooter
- Pickpocket
- Heavy Handed
- Assassin
- Space Ranger
- Ninja
- Scrapper
- Point Blank Artist
- Manual Reset
- Duelist
- Treasure Hunter
- Ghost
- Pyromaniac
- Two Birds, One Bullet
- Restricted Access
- Inspiring Commander
- Psychopath
- Automech Jammer
- Bag Check
- Shiny New Toy
- Tossball Winger
- Crabble Rancher
- Brand Enthusiast
- Bandolier Nerd
- Serial Killer
- Momentous Entry
- Foodie
- Through the Keyhole
- Supersonic Arms
- Electro-Therapist
- Rapid Recharge
- Duelist
- Survivalist
- Deep Drums
- Run and Gun
While the full roster of perks is yet to be unveiled, the excitement surrounding The Outer Worlds 2 continues to build. As players explore the myriad options available, they can also look forward to discovering new companions and the factions they can align with, further enriching their journey through this captivating universe.
