{"id":10332,"date":"2025-06-13T12:05:37","date_gmt":"2025-06-13T12:05:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ipp-news.com\/?p=10332"},"modified":"2025-06-13T12:05:37","modified_gmt":"2025-06-13T12:05:37","slug":"the-outer-worlds-2-director-confirms-80-launch-price-facing-backlash","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ipp-news.com\/?p=10332","title":{"rendered":"‘The Outer Worlds 2’ director confirms $80 launch price, facing backlash"},"content":{"rendered":"
The release of The Outer Worlds 2 is set to make waves with a price tag of $80, marking it as the first Xbox-published game to carry such a hefty price point.<\/p>\n

However, in an interview at the Summer Game Fest, Obsidian Entertainment\u2019s director, Brandon Adler, was quick to clarify that the developers had no say in the pricing decision.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe price is set by the platform holders,\u201d Adler said, referring to Xbox, which recently confirmed that several first-party games will carry the same price from this holiday season onward.<\/p>\n

The Outer Worlds 2, set to launch on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S on October 29, is the first example of this price shift.<\/p>\n

\u201cI wish everybody could play my game,\u201d Adler continued, acknowledging the challenges the higher price could pose to some fans.<\/p>\n

\u201cBut for the reasons behind the $79.99 price point, you\u2019d have to talk to the Xbox folks,\u201d he said, carefully deflecting any personal opinions on the matter.<\/p>\n

This price hike follows a trend seen with other major titles, such as Nintendo\u2019s Mario Kart World for the Switch 2, which debuted at the same price earlier this year.<\/p>\n

With the rising costs of AAA game production, discussions surrounding $80 games have intensified, especially as other publishers like Sony and Nintendo have implemented similar pricing structures.<\/p>\n

While the high cost of games may continue to be a point of contention, it\u2019s clear that the industry is evolving in response to production costs and market trends.<\/p>\n

Fans of the video game franchise have been voicing their criticisms online.<\/p>\n

The Outer World 2 trailer being sarcastic about “Capitalism” and whatnot just to launch with the $80 price tag… https:\/\/t.co\/bONLjL55WU pic.twitter.com\/QTjiT2fNCz
\n\u2014 Vboy (@The_Vboy) June 8, 2025<\/p>\n

“Oh, it’s Inflation raising game prices.”
\nYeah, no.
\nExpedition 33 is $50 and was released like 8 weeks ago.<\/p>\n

It’s one of the greatest games I’ve ever played.
\nAnd it cost $50 bucks.<\/p>\n

$80 for Mario Kart and Outer Worlds 2 is PURE GREED. pic.twitter.com\/VZHWrpcI4r
\n\u2014 Fake Wizard (@RealLifeFakeWiz) June 9, 2025<\/p>\n

PSA: Do Not buy The Outer Worlds 2 for $80. Instead get it on Game Pass, as it will be on that service at launch. This Xbox $10 price increase feels REALLY bad, especially on games like this. pic.twitter.com\/yyYavTBP32
\n\u2014 Joe Vargas (@AngryJoeShow) June 9, 2025<\/p>\n

As someone who is insanely hyped for The Outer Worlds 2, $80 is a scam.<\/p>\n

No, ” just get Game Pass” is not a valid counter.<\/p>\n

I do not want my access to games locked behind a subscription, which keeps getting more expensive.<\/p>\n

Shame on @Xbox for hurting the hype of this for greed. pic.twitter.com\/qZ7ExlYL8m
\n\u2014 \ud83c\udd41\ud83c\udd34\ud83c\udd43\ud83c\udd41\ud83c\udd3e \ud83c\udff3\ufe0f\u200d\ud83c\udf08\ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\udde6 (@totallynotretro) June 9, 2025<\/p>\n

Whether The Outer Worlds 2 will become the new norm remains to be seen, but fans of the RPG are already gearing up for its launch, eager to explore the absurd perks that Adler and his team have packed into the new title.<\/p>\n

The conversation around pricing is set to continue as other upcoming titles, like Borderlands 4, spark heated debates among fans and developers alike.<\/p>\n

Gearbox boss Randy Pitchford, for instance, has faced backlash after suggesting that true fans would find a way to afford the higher price tag. As the industry moves forward, how players and developers navigate these changes will likely shape the future of gaming.<\/p>\n

In the meantime, The Outer Worlds 2 promises an eccentric journey through its RPG universe, with the game\u2019s quirky features already catching the attention of many.<\/p>\n

The launch in October will no doubt spark further discussions, not only about its pricing but also about its place in the ever-expanding world of AAA gaming.<\/p>\n

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