Is The Outer Worlds 2 On Game Pass?
Yes, The Outer Worlds 2 is on Xbox Game Pass and not just as some afterthought, either, but launching directly into the service on day one. Anyone with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass can start playing right away without coughing up extra cash for a full retail copy. It’s the sequel from Obsidian Entertainment and Xbox Game Studios, which pretty much guaranteed it a spot in the subscription library from the start.
There’s a little catch, though. Only the two top Game Pass tiers, Ultimate and PC Game Pass, will get access on launch day. Cheaper or “Essential” subscriptions have to wait, or just aren’t on the invite list at all. Game Pass Premium (a mid-tier, not available in all regions) is supposed to get it roughly twelve months after launch. Not ideal for bargain hunters, but the day-one drop is a big move for Game Pass regulars. Dropping a huge RPG like this as soon as it’s out is exactly what makes these subscriptions feel worth it now and then.
Outer Worlds 2 Game Pass Release Time
The Outer Worlds 2 goes live on Game Pass at 10 AM Pacific (PDT) that’s 6:30 PM here in India (IST). For players saving up sick leave, this is either an early evening grind or a late-night binge.
Game Pass Release Time by Region
| Region | Game Pass Release Time | Date |
|---|---|---|
| US (PDT) | 10:00 AM | Oct 29, 2025 |
| UK (BST) | 6:00 PM | Oct 29, 2025 |
| Central Europe | 7:00 PM | Oct 29, 2025 |
| India (IST) | 6:30 PM | Oct 29, 2025 |
| Japan (JST) | 2:00 AM (next day) | Oct 30, 2025 |
The devs tossed in pre-download as a feature, so anyone obsessive enough to keep their Game Pass app updated can preload and be ready the literal second the clock strikes launch. No hourlong waits for downloads after everyone shares their first screenshots this time.
What to Expect on Day One
Jumping in, the new Outer Worlds sends players to the Arcadia colony it’s another batch of corporate chaos, warring factions, and companions who may or may not hate your guts before the end of the story. Day one players get the full game, no content gated off for future DLC or anything like that. The Ultimate and PC Game Pass versions also support cloud streaming, which is handy for anyone gaming on a potato laptop or those who just like testing the limits of rural WiFi.
Most early reviews and previews flagged the same things fans loved from the original: tough decisions, dark humor, and that loose, playful “what if I just broke everything?” player agency. There’s a sense that Obsidian has doubled down on story depth but isn’t taking itself too seriously.
For RPG fans already living in the Game Pass ecosystem, Outer Worlds 2 showing up on day one genuinely feels like an event. The price hikes to Game Pass Ultimate this year burned a little, sure, but dropping big titles like this is how the value gets justified.
Anyone who’s indecisive about buying, or worried about a “missed pre-order bonus” situation, can just play at launch and decide later if it’s worth keeping the subscription or buying outright for permanent access. There’s no shame in speedrunning the campaign with a free trial, making a few outrageous choices, and then moving on with the gaming backlog.
Disclaimer: Game availability and release times are accurate as of October 2025. Regional access, subscription tier eligibility, and Game Pass features may vary based on Microsoft updates and regional licensing.
