Outbound (2026)

Developer: Square Glade Games
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Casual, Indie, Simulation
Rating: 3.7 of 5, 2,042 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 17 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A gentle, pressure-free journey of building and exploring a colorful world at your own pace.

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What players say

Players call Outbound cozy but shallow, with a slow pace that becomes tedious in the late game. Many complain about the grindy research system and lack of fast travel, while co-op reviews report broken item sync. The scenic world is praised, but the four maps feel cramped and the narrative is nearly absent.

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