Outward Definitive Edition
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Outward Definitive Edition

No remarkable journey is achieved without great effort. In Outward, the cold of the night or an infected wound can be as dangerous as a predator lurking in the dark. Explore the vast world of Aurai solo or in Co-op. The Definitive Edition features both DLCs and quality of life improvements.

DEV: Nine Dots StudioPUB: Prime Matter, Deep SilverAppID 794260

Is Outward Definitive Edition still being updated? — the short answer, with the evidence.

72.2
Mixed

Elixir Rating

72.7% of 31,430 Steam reviews are positive, which after adjusting for sample size gives a reception score of 72.2. It is a finished game, so no support adjustment applies either way.

reception 72.2·support +0.0·Mixed

Computed from Steam’s own review tally and observable developer activity — never from anyone’s opinion of the game. How this is calculated

Should you look into this?

From Steam's own record

Current price

$1.99$39.99−95%

Development

Insufficient evidence

Last heard from developers

4 months ago

Historical posting rhythm

every ~30 days

Substantial updates (6 mo)

0

Current silence

cannot be judged

Our news coverage needs a fresh check; missing posts are not evidence that development has stopped. We have not recorded a substantial update in six months; our record contains 4 developer posts. It is currently 95% below its usual price.

Last successful news check: Sep 27, 2026, 2:05 PM UTC. This is when we checked Steam, separate from when the developer last posted. A fresh check is needed before judging current activity.

Two years of development

■ substantial ■ routine

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13 announcements · 0 substantial · 16 months with nothing

Recent Transmissions

30 entries in codex

Community AnnouncementsJun 16, 2026
Delaying the launch of Outward 2

Hi everyone,I know that this might seem sudden as not that long ago we released a trailer inviting people to explore Aurai during summer, but the truth is that if we just stick to the plan stubbornly, we’re delivering a product that might n…

Community AnnouncementsMay 27, 2026
5 tips to play Outward 2 Beta! AG French Direct Trailer

Watch our new trailer from the AG French Direct showcase!Tip #1 — CHECK YOUR VITALS! Outward is a game that simulates the life of an ordinary adventurer in a very hostile world. You need to take care of your basic needs. — Eating well, stay…

Community AnnouncementsMay 26, 2026
Outward 2 Beta starts now

Hello adventurers!Outward 2 Closed Beta is now live!Please find all the information related to the closed beta below in the FAQ.You can leave your feedback on Discord or by filling this survey.#ExploreAurai: Get a chance to win an early Key…

Community AnnouncementsMay 19, 2026
Huge news! Closed beta & Release date

Mark your calendar: WE’RE RELEASING ON JULY 7THThanks to potato mode, Outward 2 can run on your old machines!Discover our upcoming PC specs in this smashing trailer. Outward 2 can be enjoyed from a battle station to an air fryer. Take a loo…

Community AnnouncementsJan 26, 2026
Playtest Livestream with Guillaume

Hello adventurers!Today is the last day registrations will be opened for this playtest. Head over to the Outward 2 Steam page to register to playtest if you haven’t already! You can also register on our website. Access will however come qui…

Community AnnouncementsDec 4, 2025
Discover the Playtest content in our upcoming Livestream

Tune in this December 8th at 2PM Eastern Time on Twitch to discover the upcoming playtest content. Guillaume Boucher-Vidal, our CEO and Creative Director, will be with you to present the content and answer all your questions. You might want…

Community AnnouncementsDec 2, 2025
The first playtest starts next week!

Hello Adventurers, This is a small first look at Outward 2, before our larger playtest that will take place in Early 2026. Thank you to everyone who registered, we love your enthusiasm! To be fully transparent, because this is a first and h…

Community AnnouncementsOct 28, 2025
Patch Notes

Hey there adventurers! A patch will be pushed today for all PC versions of Outward. The patch will simply fix Unity's vulnerability issue that affected many games developed on the engine. Affected versions: default (only Defed) default-mono…

Community AnnouncementsSep 28, 2025
Outward 2 is coming Summer 2026! In the meantime, register for the playtest.

Outward 2 is coming Summer 2026 and we’re looking for playtesters.  You can register now to the playtest on Steam or on our website to get access earlier. Register here. We’re having a Livestream on October 2nd (2PM EST / 8pm CET / 11 AM PT…

Community AnnouncementsSep 25, 2025
Ask your questions about Outward 2 and discover the character creator.

Tune in this October 2nd at 2PM Eastern Time on Twitch for the third exciting edition of our Backstage Livestream. Guillaume Boucher-Vidal, our CEO and Creative Director, will be with us once again to answer your questions about Outward 2 a…

Community AnnouncementsSep 24, 2025
New trailer coming on September 28th

We’re very happy to reveal our new Artwork and screenshots for Outward 2. You can find the video reveal here.The Steam store page just got a makeover. Head over to the Outward 2 Steam page to see the page's fresh look and show your support …

Community AnnouncementsJul 15, 2025
Launching Nine Dots Supporter Bundle

Hi everyone!Today, Lost in Prayer launches in Early Access, and we are taking this opportunity to create a bundle for those who wish to support Nine Dots by collecting all of our games!Since we know that GoD Factory’s value is diminished by…

Community AnnouncementsMay 14, 2025
Outward 2 livestream - Discover how we create a skill tree on May 22nd and more

Tune in on Twitch on May 22nd for our 2nd Nine Dots Backstage where we open the curtains on what’s happening at Nine Dots Studio. In this livestream Guillaume Boucher-Vidal, Outward’s creative director and Nine Dots Studio’s CEO, will tell …

Community AnnouncementsJun 27, 2024
Save 88% on Outward: Definitive Edition during Steam Summer Sale

Hello Adventurers! It's summer, it's hot, and the discount you can get Outward at during this year's Steam Summer Sale from June 27 to July 11 is just as hot. Aurai is waiting for you, hot, exciting and captivating. And the best thing is th…

Community AnnouncementsJun 7, 2024
New Patch

Hey there, adventurers! We're thrilled to bring you an exciting new update for Outward: Definitive Edition! This latest patch is packed with improvements, enhancements, and bug fixes to ensure your journey is smoother and more enjoyable tha…

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Community AnnouncementsMar 14, 2024
Save up to 85% on Outward!

Hello Adventurers! Winter is over, spring is here and with it a new chance to grab Outward at an incredible discount of up to 85% during the Spring Sale from March 14, 2024 - March 21, 2024! Don't miss out on the chance to explore the thril…

Community AnnouncementsJan 25, 2024
Save 85% on Outward!

Hello Adventurers! Who would have thought it, but this winter is stepping it up a notch! The Winter Sale already came with an ice cold discount, but the current Publisher Sale, which runs from today until February 1st, is going even bigger!…

Community AnnouncementsDec 21, 2023
Save 80% on Outward!

Hello Adventurers! You missed the autumn storm with its great Autumn Sale? No worries, the icy winter wind brings you even cooler discounts! From today until January 04th, 2024 you can get Outward during the Steam Winter Sale at a fantastic…

Community AnnouncementsNov 21, 2023
Save 75% on Outward!

Hello Adventurers! After the hot summer, the heat settles while the winds start to blow. Autumn is here and so is Steam Autumn Sale and with it you can grab Outward: Definitive Edition at a fresh discount of 75% off! The sale lasts from tod…

Community AnnouncementsNov 7, 2023
Get a Pearl Bird Plushie from Aurai!

Adventurers of Aurai, We're excited to announce that we're bringing a piece of Aurai into the real world with our limited-edition Pearl Bird plushie from Makeship! As one of the community's favorite characters from Outward, we jumped at the…

Community AnnouncementsJun 29, 2023
Save 75% on Outward: Definitive Edition

Hello Adventurers! Summer is upon us, and with it the Steam Summer Sale. Outward: Definitive Edition is now 75% off! The sale lasts from today until July, 13th, so don't miss your chance to discover everything Aurai has to offer and see if …

Community AnnouncementsMar 16, 2023
Save 65% on Outward: Definitive Edition

Hello Adventurer, Spring is just around the corner in the real world and as is the nature of spring, the weather is clearing up, it's going to be nice, sunny, warm and cozy... oh, wait. Is this also the case in the challenging world of Aura…

Community AnnouncementsMar 2, 2023
Up to 80% OFF

Hello Adventurers, and those who want to be! Outward is now up to 80% off as part of the PLAION & friends publisher sale! Don't miss your chance to start your journey into Aurai. To get the latest news on all things Outward, follow us on Tw…

Community AnnouncementsDec 22, 2022
Save 65% on Outward: Definitive Edition!

Hello Adventurers! As snowy Winter descends upon Chersonese, so does the Steam Winter Sale descend upon us. Outward: Definitive Edition is now 65% off! The sale lasts from today until January 5th, so don't miss your chance to discover every…

Community AnnouncementsNov 22, 2022
Save 55% on Outward: Definitive Edition

Hello Adventurers! Autumn is upon us, and with it the Steam Autumn Sale. Outward: Definitive Edition is now 55% off! The sale lasts from today until November 29th, so don't miss your chance to discover everything Aurai has to offer! https:/…

Community AnnouncementsNov 16, 2022
Outward Definitive Edition - Midweek Madness is here!

Adventurers of Aurai, It's time to get mad with the Outward Definitive Edition Midweek Madness sale! Just until Thursday, 7pm CET, Outward Definitive Edition will be 55% off. https://store.steampowered.com/app/794260/Outward_Definitive_Edit…

Community AnnouncementsOct 14, 2022
New Patch

Hello Adventurers! Outward: Definitive Edition has received a new patch that improves several game features, including balancing and bug fixes in the game. Additionally, there are some enhancements for the game on PS5 and Xbox. You can find…

Community AnnouncementsJun 23, 2022
Save 50% on Outward: Definitive Edition

Hello Adventurers! Outward: Definitive Edition, one of the Top Steam Releases for May, is part of the Steam Summer Sale and is now 50% off! The sale lasts from today to July 7, so don't miss your chance to discover everything Aurai has to o…

Community AnnouncementsMay 17, 2022
Outward: Definitive Edition is Out Now!

Adventurers, your wait is finally over. Outward: Definitive Edition is here! If you haven’t seen it yet, here is the launch trailer: The song Outward – The Adventurers’ Tale was created by the incredibly talented Clamavi De Profundis, speci…

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Community AnnouncementsMay 9, 2022
Outward & Pathfinder Midweek Madness!

Adventurers across the realms, We bring to you a bagpack full of exciting news as we anticipate the release of Outward Definitive Edition! Get Outward + The Three Brothers DLC and be entitled to a free digital copy of Outward Definitive Edi…