The Outer Worlds Archives

AppWizard

August 28, 2025

Xbox Game Pass tiers get better

Members of the Xbox Insider Program who subscribe to Xbox Game Pass Core or Xbox Game Pass Standard can now stream select games through Xbox Cloud Gaming and access PC versions of certain titles. This feature was previously exclusive to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers. Xbox Cloud Gaming is available on various devices, including Xbox consoles, select Smart TVs, Meta Quest 3 headsets, and web browsers. The Xbox Game Pass tier structure includes Xbox Game Pass Core, Xbox Game Pass Standard, PC Game Pass, and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, each offering different features and libraries. The Xbox Ally devices, which run PC versions of games, are set to launch on October 16, 2025, with anticipated pricing of 9 for the higher-end model and 9 for the lower-end variant.

AppWizard

August 27, 2025

The Outer Worlds 2 feels like a much more ambitious RPG than its predecessor: I played its prologue three times with different builds, and each run felt unique

Anticipation for The Outer Worlds 2 has increased following a 45-minute hands-on demo of the game's prologue, showcasing a richly crafted universe. The character creation process includes extensive customization options, such as hair, eye choices, and robot prosthetics. The gameplay mechanics have been streamlined, replacing attributes with a system of backgrounds, positive traits, and tagged skills, enhancing depth and dialogue opportunities. The demo features immersive design elements reminiscent of previous Obsidian titles, allowing for stealth or aggressive gameplay, and includes a bullet time mechanic. Players can engage in various skill checks, interact with environmental elements, and experience dynamic NPC interactions with consequences based on dialogue choices. The design encourages exploration and experimentation, raising expectations for the full game.

AppWizard

August 27, 2025

Who’s Silksong? I’m waiting for REPLACED.

REPLACED is a 2.5D action-adventure game set in a retro-futuristic, cyberpunk version of 1980s America, where a nuclear disaster has caused societal disarray. Players control R.E.A.C.H., an advanced AI in a malfunctioning human body. The game features stunning visuals, intricate multi-level lighting, and hundreds of hand-drawn animations. It has been delayed to Spring 2026, but is in its final stages of development with a focus on testing and polishing. REPLACED will be available on Xbox Game Pass as a day-one title.

AppWizard

August 24, 2025

Even in a year packed with great RPGs, you don’t want to miss Disco Elysium-style time loop noir Rue Valley, which has a new trailer and a release date in November

Rue Valley is an upcoming RPG set to be released on November 11. The game features a protagonist named Mr. Harrow, who is trapped in a time loop within a motel in the American southwest. Players can explore three distinct builds for Mr. Harrow, each offering different approaches to solving the motel's mysteries. The game has garnered attention from notable figures in the gaming industry and is available for wishlisting on Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store.

AppWizard

August 18, 2025

Nvidia is adding DLSS 4 support to over 175 PC games

Nvidia has launched its DLSS 4 technology, now available in over 175 PC games and applications. Upcoming titles such as Borderlands 4 and Resident Evil Requiem will feature this AI-driven frame enhancement tool, which can generate up to three frames for each traditionally rendered frame, achieving performance improvements of up to eight times standard rendering. DLSS 4 also includes DLSS Super Resolution, Ray Reconstruction, and Nvidia Reflex technologies. Upcoming games like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle will support RTX Hair technology. The GeForce Now cloud gaming platform now offers performance capabilities similar to RTX 5080-class hardware.

AppWizard

August 14, 2025

Gamescom 2025 preview: The 6 games we’re most excited to see

Gamescom 2025 will begin on August 19, featuring Geoff Keighley's Opening Night Live and various streams from Xbox and Bethesda. - The Outer Worlds 2 is set for release in October, with a presentation revealing a dystopian setting. - Silent Hill F is anticipated to have a new trailer during Opening Night Live, launching in September and focusing on Japanese horror. - World of Warcraft: Midnight will reveal story elements and features like player housing. - Resident Evil Requiem will offer an exclusive sneak peek during Opening Night Live, allowing players to experience Raccoon City from dual perspectives. - Hollow Knight: Silksong will be playable at Nintendo and Xbox booths, with a potential release before the end of 2025.

AppWizard

August 14, 2025

Gamescom 2025 schedule: All the showcases and events you can watch this year

Gamescom 2025 will take place in Cologne, Germany, featuring various events and showcases. Key highlights include: - Gamescom's Opening Night Live on August 19 at 8 pm CEST, with updates on Resident Evil Requiem and the World of Warcraft Midnight expansion. - The Future Games Show on August 20 at 8 pm CEST, hosted by David Hayter and Maggie Robertson. - The Awesome Indies showcase on August 21 at 6 pm CEST, focusing on indie titles. - Xbox will present broadcasts on August 20 and 21 at 6 am PT, featuring Grounded 2, Black Ops 7, and The Outer Worlds 2. - Bethesda will host broadcasts over three days starting August 22, including developer interviews and game showcases.

AppWizard

July 30, 2025

Battlefield 6 probably isn’t going to cost $80: ‘We’re not looking to make any changes on pricing at this stage,’ CEO says

In 2017, the standard price for a big-budget game release was around , with discussions in the industry about potentially lowering prices to or . Helldivers 2 launched at a more accessible price, while Dune 2 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 were priced at . Despite arguments for lower prices, major game release prices have generally increased over the years. In 2022, Call of Duty was priced at on Steam, and Nintendo priced Mario Kart World for the Switch 2 at . Microsoft initially priced The Outer Worlds 2 at before reducing it to due to community backlash. Take-Two's Gearbox studio set Borderlands 4 at , avoiding the higher price trend.

AppWizard

July 29, 2025

Grounded 2 PC system requirements show the Xbox Game Pass title is 5 times bigger than the original — but you can run it on decade-old specs

Microsoft's gaming division, Xbox, is set to release Grounded 2, a sequel developed by Obsidian Entertainment, following the success of the original game launched in 2020. Grounded 2 was unveiled during the Xbox Games Showcase in June and features gameplay where players navigate a park environment after being shrunk to the size of an ant. The game has minimum and recommended PC system requirements: Minimum Requirements: - OS: Windows 10/11 with updates - Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2600 / Intel i5-8400 - Memory: 16 GB RAM - Graphics: AMD RX 5700 / Nvidia GTX 1070 / Intel Arc A580 - DirectX: Version 12 - Storage: 40 GB available space Recommended Requirements: - OS: Windows 10/11 with updates - Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 5600X / Intel i7-10700K - Memory: 16 GB RAM - Graphics: AMD RX 6800 XT / Nvidia RTX 3080 - DirectX: Version 12 - Storage: 40 GB available space Grounded 2's storage requirement is 40 GB, an increase from the original game's 8 GB, reflecting expanded content. The game will be available through Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, or for purchase at .99, with a Founder's Edition priced at .99 and a Founder's Pack upgrade available for .99.

Winsage

July 27, 2025

Microsoft Weekly: a new Surface, big Windows 11 feature update, and more

In July 2025, Microsoft released non-security updates for Windows 10 (KB5062649) and Windows 11 (KB5062663 for versions 22H2 and 23H2; KB5062660 for version 24H2), introducing AI functionalities, improvements in Settings, and a redesigned BSOD. Companies like Brave and AdGuard are blocking Windows Recall due to privacy concerns. Microsoft is developing a tool for transitioning from older to newer computers and published a guide for Windows 10's end of support on October 14, 2025. The Windows Insider Program released Build 27909, focusing on minor fixes, and introduced an audio-sharing feature. Microsoft disclosed a security breach in SharePoint affecting the US nuclear weapons department and provided fixes. The Surface Laptop 7 was launched with Intel's Core Ultra 200 Series processors and optional 5G connectivity. The Files app received a preview update with a new Omnibar. Meta is transitioning WhatsApp on Windows to a progressive web app, and Firefox released version 141.0 with AI-powered tab groups. Microsoft is testing a cross-device play history feature for Xbox and reversed its decision on Xbox game pricing. EA announced a new Battlefield installment, and Nvidia added new titles to GeForce NOW. Various discounts and a free game, Legion TD 2, were featured in the Weekend PC Game Deals.