Obsidian Entertainment’s The Outer Worlds 2 has joined the lineup of titles available to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers. The highly anticipated sequel launched on October 29, enabling members of the highest tier to enjoy it from day one.

Reviews for the sequel to 2019’s The Outer Worlds have been coming in, and critics have praised it, calling it a “superior sequel” that outshines its predecessor in various aspects. With an average critic rating of 83 on OpenCritic, the game has gained acclaim for its RPG mechanics, engaging characters, sense of adventure, and stunning visuals. While dedicated fans of the original might not have needed to check reviews before diving into The Outer Worlds 2, the initial feedback is certainly encouraging.

Xbox Game Pass Adds The Outer Worlds 2

Despite a recent price increase for Xbox Game Pass, Microsoft maintains an appealing value for gamers; one significant aspect being the release of certain titles on launch day. The Outer Worlds 2 has now become part of that list for Game Pass Ultimate subscribers, while standard tier members may need to wait additional months before getting their hands on this RPG adventure.

Coming to Xbox Game Pass in October and November 2025

A table of upcoming games includes:

Game	Game Pass Tier(s)	Date	Notes
The Outer Worlds 2	Ultimate, PC	Oct 29	Day one release
Football Manager 26	Ultimate, PC	Nov 4	Day one release
1000xResist	Ultimate, PC	Nov 4	Day one console release
Whiskerwood	Ultimate, PC	Nov 6	Day one release
Voidtrain	Ultimate, PC	Nov 7	Day one 1.0 release
Winter Burrow	Ultimate, PC	Nov 12	Day one release
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7	Ultimate, PC	Nov 14	Day one release
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault	Ultimate, PC	Nov 19	Game Preview release

The Outer Worlds 2 is not merely a more beautiful rendition of its predecessor. The game takes place in an alternate history where hyper-capitalistic megacorporations control society, introducing players to a new colony, Arcadia. This space RPG brings fresh weapons, enemies, and a new crew to interact with, enhanced by first-person shooting mechanics developed alongside Halo Studios. Players can also look forward to having a pet in The Outer Worlds 2.

Be ready to dive into this exciting universe and discover all the adventures that await!