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Outer Wilds

Named Game of the Year 2019 by Giant Bomb, Polygon, Eurogamer, and The Guardian, Outer Wilds is a critically-acclaimed and award-winning open world mystery about a solar system trapped in an endless time loop.

$24.99Jun 18, 2020989 playing now
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Outer Wilds: price, PC requirements and status

Store data comes from Steam's US listing and can change by region. Use these checks to decide whether the game fits before opening the store.

US Steam price$24.99Confirm the final regional price
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Steam players989 playing nowReleased Jun 18, 2020

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

DealCheckpoint take

  • Open-world structure is listed by Steam
  • Single-player
  • Listed at $24.99

What stands out

  • Open-world structure is listed

Potential concerns

Check the requirements, current user feedback and final regional price before committing.

Solo or co-op?

Steam lists these play modes: Single-player. Confirm any player-count or online requirements on the official page.

Wishlist if

  • you want an open-world structure confirmed on Steam

Wait if

  • your PC does not comfortably meet the official requirements
Official description

Winner of Best Game at the 2020 BAFTA Games Awards and named Game of the Year 2019 by Giant Bomb, Polygon, Eurogamer, and The Guardian, Outer Wilds is a critically-acclaimed and award-winning open world mystery about a solar system trapped in an endless time loop. 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. Mysteries of the 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. A World That Changes Over Time The planets of Outer Wilds are packed with hidden locations that change with the passage of time. Visit an underground city 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. Grab Your Intergalactic Hiking Gear! 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.

OFFICIAL MEDIA

See the game before you leave

Trailer and screenshots are delivered from the same official Steam store record used for the game details.

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CAN YOUR PC RUN IT?

Outer Wilds system requirements

Official Windows requirements from the Steam store record. Compare them with your PC before you buy or install.

Minimum

  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: Intel Core i5-2300 | AMD FX-4350
  • Memory: 6 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 660, 2 GB | AMD Radeon HD 7870, 2 GB
  • Storage: 8 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: Gamepad or Controller Recommended (Xbox and PS4 Natively Supported)

Recommended

  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: Intel Core i5-8400 | AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 | AMD Radeon RX 580
  • Storage: 8 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: Gamepad or Controller Recommended (Xbox and PS4 Natively Supported)

SUPPORTED LANGUAGES

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GAME FAQ

Common questions about Outer Wilds

Is Outer Wilds free to play?

No, Outer Wilds is a paid PC game on Steam. It is currently listed at $24.99 for the selected region.

How much does Outer Wilds cost on PC?

Outer Wilds is listed at $24.99 on Steam for the selected store region. Prices change with sales, so always confirm the final price on the official store before buying.

What platforms does Outer Wilds run on?

Outer Wilds runs on Windows. Check the system requirements below to confirm your PC can run it.

What are the minimum PC requirements for Outer Wilds?

Minimum requirements listed on Steam: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system; OS: Windows 10; Processor: Intel Core i5-2300 | AMD FX-4350; Memory: 6 GB RAM; Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 660, 2 GB | AMD Radeon HD 7870, 2 GB; Storage: 8 GB available space; Additional Notes: Gamepad or Controller Recommended (Xbox and PS4 Natively Supported).

How many people play Outer Wilds right now?

About 989 players are in Outer Wilds right now, according to Steam's live concurrent player count.

When did Outer Wilds release?

Outer Wilds released on Jun 18, 2020 according to its official Steam store listing.

PLAY STYLE

ActionAdventureAdjustable Text SizeColor AlternativesCustom Volume ControlsGamepad RecommendedKeyboard Only OptionPlayable without Timed InputDualShock Controller Support

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