Outcast – A New Beginning Shows Off Its Combat

Posted on 18 Nov 2023 by
L Coulsen

Did y’all know that Outcast is getting a sequel? You know, the one that got that remake a few years back. Well, you do now. Thankfully, not taking as long as it took for the first game to find its audience. It’s been almost 25 years, now! Anyway, we don’t have a set release date, yet. But judging from the linked video, it’s certainly starting to get close.


Official Press Release

IT’S A NEW WORLD, IT’S A NEW BEGINNING – OUTCAST REVEALS NEW COMBAT TRAILER TODAY!

Wien, Österreich / Charleroi, Belgien – 16. November, 2023:  Today, Outcast – A New Beginning, reveals an exciting new combat trailer, showcasing the dynamic and strategic elements that await you in this immersive gaming experience. Modify your weapons on the fly, harness powerful gadgets and ancient abilities, and tame the local wildlife to drive back the invaders! To catch a glimpse of the thrilling third person combat action.

Modular Gun

Throughout the game, you’ll find more than 30 different weapon modules that change the behaviour of your gun. Combine modules to try different combat styles! With 24 different modules (8 are doubled) and up to 6 weapon slots, the number of combinations is massive. Spoiler: it’s over 9000! If we consider all possible options, we’re talking 906.192 combinations – feel free to do the math.
Shield

Use your shield to defend yourself – or to attack! It works both as an offensive and defensive weapon.

Jetpack

Your jetpack allows you to travel quickly but also aids in combat. Upgrade it as you progress through the game!

Talan Powers

You’ll aquire helpful abilities by finishing a village quest – like anti-gravity powers or flying creatures dropping bombs on enemies. Those powers are a part of the natural ecosystem of Adelpha. But keep in mind: The better the job you did in helping those villages, the stronger your powers will be.

Outcast – A New Beginning / Overview

Weapon upgrades, aliens and monsters (who can also be predators) – you will find all of this in Appeal Studio’s and THQ Nordic’s upcoming open world action-adventure Outcast – A New Beginning! Play as Cutter Slade, ex-Navy SEAL, and gain the trust of the local Talans. Engage in guerilla warfare such as destroying enemy ammo convoys to weaken bases and freely choosing where to launch the next attack, shaping the success of the Talan uprising.

The stakes are high, though, Cutter Slade brings dry humor to the forefront, adding a touch of wit to the intense storyline. Rediscover the awe-inspiring game world reminiscent of the beloved Outcast 1, while offering something totally fresh and accessible for newcomers. Every corner is brimming with wonders and surprises!

Outcast: A New Beginning is being developed by Appeal Studios in Charleroi, Belgium and will be available for PC at an SRP of € 59.99 / $ 59.99 / £ 49.99, and PlayStation5 & Xbox Series at an SRP of € 69.99 / $ 69.99 / £ 59.99.

The original team behind Outcast 1 has reunited to create this fascinating world, full of dangerous creatures and home to the Talan people – an ancient culture whose fate has become inextricably linked with earth since the events of the first game. You play as Cutter Slade, ex-Navy SEAL, sporting the same dry wit he had back in the 90s – however, the world around him has changed and eventually, so will he.Use your jetpack to jump, air-dash, glide, and quickly traverse the fantastic in-game open world

Combine dozens of different modules to create your own personal weapon for taking down the robot invaders

Have total control to approach the story at your own pace in this non-linear world

Explore the world without boundaries, discover hidden temples and dangerous wildlife

Get familiar with the Talan culture while helping them free their villages and gain access to ancient Talan powers that use forces of nature to destroy your enemies

Experience a beautiful, hand-crafted world accompanied by an epic soundtrack by Outcast’s original composer, Lennie Moore

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