Outer Wilds

Outer Wilds

Puzzle • Simulator • Adventure • Indie
2019

Outer Wilds is an upcoming Puzzle/Simulator/Adventure/Indie game releasing on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows). Scheduled to launch on May 28, 2019.

Developed by Mobius Digital and published by Annapurna Interactive, Limited Run Games.

Release Date: 05/29/2019

Released
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Story

Welcome to the Space Program! You're the newest recruit of Outer Wilds Ventures, a fledgling space program searching for answers in a strange, constantly evolving solar system. What lurks in the heart of the ominous Dark Bramble? Who built the alien ruins on the Moon? Can the endless time loop be stopped? Answers await you in the most dangerous reaches of space.

The planets of Outer Wilds are packed with hidden locations that change with the passage of time. Visit an underground city of before it's swallowed by sand, or explore the surface of a planet as it crumbles beneath your feet. Every secret is guarded by hazardous environments and natural catastrophes.

Strap on your hiking boots, check your oxygen levels, and get ready to venture into space. Use a variety of unique gadgets to probe your surroundings, track down mysterious signals, decipher ancient alien writing, and roast the perfect marshmallow.

Screenshots

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Game Information

Platforms

Xbox Series X|SPlayStation 4PC (Microsoft Windows)PlayStation 5Xbox OneNintendo Switch

Genres

PuzzleSimulatorAdventureIndie

Developer

  • Mobius Digital

Publishers

  • Annapurna Interactive
  • Limited Run Games

Age Rating

ESRB: Unknown

Player Perspective

First person

Ratings & Reviews

85%
Critic Score
7 reviews
90%
User Score
635 ratings

Features & Details

Themes & Elements

ActionScience fictionOpen worldMystery

Game Modes

Single player

Key Features

space simulationexplorationtime travelastronaut

Game Engine

Built with Unity

Release Information

Primary Release Date

May 28, 2019

✅ Already released

Platform Release Dates

Xbox Series X|S

September 15, 2022
Worldwide

PlayStation 4

October 15, 2019
Worldwide

PC (Microsoft Windows)

May 28, 2019
Worldwide
June 18, 2020
North America

Nintendo Switch

December 7, 2023
Worldwide
December 12, 2023
Japan

PlayStation 5

September 15, 2022
Worldwide

Xbox One

May 29, 2019
Worldwide

Release Notes

  • Release dates may vary by region and platform
  • Pre-orders may be available before the official release date
  • Digital releases typically go live at 00:00 local time
  • Physical releases may arrive a few days earlier or later depending on shipping

System Requirements

Estimated system requirements for Outer Wilds on PC

Minimum Requirements

os:Windows 10 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X
memory:16 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD RX 6600 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:50 GB available space (SSD recommended)

Recommended Requirements

✨ Recommended
os:Windows 11 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
memory:32 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 3080 / AMD RX 6800 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:100 GB available space (NVMe SSD recommended)

Important Notes

  • These are estimated requirements based on game analysis and industry standards
  • Official system requirements will be announced closer to release date
  • SSD storage highly recommended for reduced loading times
  • Requirements may vary for different graphics settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra)
  • VR games may have additional requirements if VR support is included

💡Performance Tips

For the best experience with Outer Wilds, consider upgrading to an SSD, ensuring your graphics drivers are up to date, and closing unnecessary background applications before playing.

Frequently Asked Questions about Outer Wilds