Your serene journey in Outbound takes an unexpected turn when you encounter a raised drawbridge, leaving you with no option but to navigate the challenges ahead. The other bridges spanning the river are also in disrepair, necessitating some quick problem-solving to get your camper back on the road. Fortunately, the solution is straightforward, requiring just a bit of exploration to gather the materials needed for repairs.
<h2 class="article-bodysection” id=”section-how-to-repair-the-broken-bridges”>How to repair the broken bridges
To mend the bridges and continue your adventure, follow these simple steps:
- Locate one of the broken bridges along the river.
- Gather 20 Everwood logs from the surrounding area.
- Unlock the Sawmill blueprint and construct one in your van.
- Transform 20 Everwood logs into 10 Everwood Planks.
- Deliver your planks to the broken bridge for repairs.
Each bridge requires 10 Everwood Planks for restoration, and they can be found on either side of the drawbridge. A quick drive north or south will lead you to these repair sites. It’s wise to keep your Sawmill stocked with Everwood, as other bridges may demand even more resources as you progress through the game.
If you haven’t yet unlocked the Sawmill blueprint, explore nearby paths for Signal Towers that offer new recipes. Additionally, visiting campsites along your route allows you to collect Litter in exchange for Download Coupons, which can be quite beneficial.
Once you have your Sawmill operational, use it to convert 20 Everwood into 10 Everwood Planks. If you’re short on logs, wooded areas by the river are abundant with resources. For those equipped with an Axe, dead Everwood trees can be chopped down for five logs each.
With your planks in hand, approach either bridge to initiate the repair process. Ensure that the materials are in your inventory, as they won’t count if stored in your van.
<h2 class="article-bodysection” id=”section-how-to-lower-the-drawbridge-in-outbound”>How to lower the drawbridge in Outbound
After successfully repairing at least one bridge, you can traverse the river and seek out the drawbridge controls. The choice of bridge is inconsequential; both will lead you to the necessary path.
Upon reaching the opposite side of the river, make a sharp turn towards the drawbridge. You will find a small control center located to the right of the bridge.
Enter the control center and flip the switch to lower the drawbridge. Inside, you may also find a Bottle Cap on the counter—an item worth pocketing for later use at a Cap ‘n Snap machine.
Once the drawbridge is lowered, it will remain in that position, simplifying your navigation across the river. Remember to return and repair the other bridge when you have enough resources, as having multiple routes will enhance your exploration of the first map.
The newly accessible side of the river presents a wealth of resources, including a new type of wood and a durable ore that blocks the tunnel leading to the next map. To harvest these valuable materials, you will need to craft improved tools and upgrade your van, so keep an eye out for Signal Towers and other points of interest that offer new blueprints to unlock.
