The Outer Worlds 2 shows why RPGs are still the most rewarding games to play
Published on November 6, 2025, at 1:49 AM PST
For fans of role-playing games, few experiences compare to the instant a new world opens up before your eyes. As the menu fades and the music swells, you realise freedom lies ahead—you can go anywhere. RPGs have always embodied this rare kind of escapism: a chance to live another life, shape your own journey, and lose yourself in a universe that feels truly alive.
With The Outer Worlds 2, Obsidian Entertainment rekindles that magic—the thrill of discovery, the joy of choice, and the excitement of watching a world respond to your every action.
The essence of exploration
Arcadia, the colony at the centre of The Outer Worlds 2, feels designed for those who love to wander. Every outpost, settlement, and alien vista tells its own tale. From overheard conversations and spontaneous missions to the subtle changes in the sky, every element contributes to a sense of depth and realism.
“There’s a sense of texture to everything, like the game wants you to slow down and take it in rather than rush to the next objective.”
Choice and identity
One of the most compelling aspects of RPGs lies in shaping personal identity. In The Outer Worlds 2, players construct their commander from the ground up—their appearance, skills, and personality are entirely in your hands.
- A charismatic diplomat can talk their way through peril.
- A stealthy tactician might outsmart their foes from the shadows.
- A fearless brawler can face danger head-on.
Each approach offers a different story and a unique path through Arcadia’s living world.
Author’s Summary: Obsidian’s The Outer Worlds 2 proves why RPGs remain unmatched in immersion, blending freedom, story depth, and choice into a truly living world.