I've been having a blast with The Outer Worlds 2, and it certainly feels more stable than a lot of high-profile video game releases these days — but I'd never go so far as to claim it's perfect.
I've encountered my fair share of bugs and quirks in Obsidian Entertainment's latest masterpiece, and one in particular annoyed me. Well, I suppose The Outer Worlds 2 team is listening in on me, because they just released a new patch that fixes that exact bug.
Finally, I can get past this dumb lock
The Outer Worlds 2 has been out for a week, now (if you count its 5-day early access run), and the developers at Obsidian are clearly hard at work smoothing over some of the rough spots players have discovered.
The latest effort is a patch rolling out across Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and PlayStation 5 right now, and it brings with it a healthy number of fixes.
Most players will probably be more interested in the fixes for rare crashes, corrupted saves, and progression-breaking bugs in various story and companion quests. Those sensitive to noise may be glad to know the double-jump boots will no longer play at twice the intended volume (hooray!).
That's all good stuff, but I'm most excited for a very specific bug affecting a very specific puzzle in a very specific place. Hidden in Free Market Station is a wall of levers and a cryptic note hinting that there's treasure stashed behind a nearby locked door — if only you can solve the puzzle for how to correctly route power to the door without overloading the levers.
I first found the Otto's Lock puzzle before acquiring the story-related N-Ray Scanner I didn't know I needed, and eventually left. Hours later, I returned, only to find myself stumped once again. Had I truly been bested by the puzzle? Had video games finally crippled my faculties? A quick Google search revealed that, no, I was fine, it's the game that's the problem.
Plenty of other players have been left confounded by this tiny bug, which causes one of the levers to not truly activate when you interact with it. I'm glad I didn't have to wait weeks for a patch that fixed this bug (like I had to wait weeks for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle to fix the bug preventing me from getting 100% of the journal).
Look out for the update on your device at any moment. On my Xbox Series X, it came out to around 1.18GB in size.
FAQ
What does The Outer Worlds 2 1.0.4.1 update change?
The latest patch update for The Outer Worlds 2, version 1.0.4.1, is a modest release that mostly focuses on fixing critical issues and progress-breaking bugs. You can read the full changelog at OuterWorlds2.Obsidian.net.
What is The Outer Worlds 2?
The Outer Worlds 2 is the latest video game from Obsidian Entertainment, one of Xbox's top first-party studios. Like its predecessor, The Outer Worlds, TOW2 is a semi open-world sci-fi RPG with vibrant visuals, varied role-playing gameplay, and a dark sense of humor. The Outer Worlds 2 released on Oct. 29, 2025 for Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and PlayStation 5.
Is The Outer Worlds 2 on Xbox Game Pass?
Yes, The Outer Worlds 2 is available on Xbox Game Pass. More specifically, it can be downloaded through Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass, and can be streamed through Xbox Cloud Gaming. The Outer Worlds 2 is also an Xbox Play Anywhere title, so your progress syncs across Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC.
Is The Outer Worlds 2 worth playing?
Yes, The Outer Worlds 2 is worth playing, and has enjoyed positive feedback from critics. In our The Outer Worlds 2 review, we gave the game a Windows Central "Must Play" award alongside our 4.5/5 star score. I've been playing The Outer Worlds 2 myself, and I am enjoying it a lot — but if you absolutely hated the first game, you probably won't love the sequel.
Do I need to play The Outer Worlds 1 first?
While both The Outer Worlds games are set in the same universe, the stories aren't directly connected. I still recommend the first game and think it's worth a play through, but you don't have to play it to understand The Outer Worlds 2 and enjoy it fully.
How long is The Outer Worlds 2?
Like most RPGs, how long it'll take to complete The Outer Worlds 2 depends on your play style. For most players, it'll likely take between 30 and 40 hours to finish the game. Players who rush through the game can do so in around 20-25 hours, and those who take their time (like me) can easily get 50 hours of fun out of The Outer Worlds 2.
Which version of The Outer Worlds 2 should I buy?
For most people, the standard version of The Outer Worlds 2 will be best, which you can get for $55.79 at Loaded.com for Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC. If you're playing The Outer Worlds 2 through Xbox Game Pass, you can also consider getting the Premium Edition Upgrade for $24.29 at Loaded.com, which gives you access to two DLC expansions as they release and some in-game perks, including unique gear.
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