The Outer Worlds 2 Price Slashed: Obsidian Listens to Fans and Lowers Cost Before Launch
Obsidian Drops The Outer Worlds 2 Price After Backlash
Good news for fans waiting on The Outer Worlds 2! Obsidian and Microsoft have decided to lower the game’s price before its October release. Originally set at a steep $79.99, the new price is now $69.99. This move comes after plenty of complaints and possibly some slow pre-orders.
- The Outer Worlds 2 price cut from $79.99 to $69.99
- Microsoft and Obsidian respond to community feedback
- Game launches October 29 on PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC
- Price drop reflects market trends and consumer reaction
Price Cut and Official Statements
Obsidian made the announcement on their BlueSky account with a bit of in-character flair: “We have received your SOS via skip drone about the pricing. As an organization devoted to making sure that corporations do not go unfettered, we at the Earth Directorate have worked with [REDACTED] to revise the price of The Outer Worlds 2.”
Meanwhile, an Xbox spokesperson confirmed to Windows Central that the $69.99 price point aligns with current market conditions and that other holiday releases will stay at this price for now. This suggests that the initially announced $79.99 pricing might be on pause.
Why the Price Change?
The original pricing for The Outer Worlds 2 was revealed during Xbox’s Games Showcase and the dedicated Outer Worlds 2 Direct events earlier this year. The jump to $79.99 surprised many fans, especially since the first Outer Worlds launched in 2019 at $59.99 under Private Division.
Game pricing has been a hot topic lately. Companies like Nintendo have raised prices on new premium titles to $69.99 or even $79.99, such as with Mario Kart World on Switch 2. However, Microsoft’s move to lower the price of The Outer Worlds 2 shows that demand and fan feedback can influence pricing strategies, especially for new IP sequels.
Release Date and Platforms
The Outer Worlds 2 is set to launch on October 29, 2024, for PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X. Fans can now pre-order the game at the adjusted price of $69.99, making it a bit easier on the wallet for this highly anticipated sci-fi RPG.
