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The Outer Worlds 2 Expands Fallout-Era Perks System for October 29, 2025 Launch

Obsidian demonstrated at the Xbox Games Showcase how more than 100 perks and new flaws—from stealth-boosting Assassin to the disorienting Sungazer—will shape player builds.

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Overview

  • The Outer Worlds 2’s perks system is modeled on Fallout: New Vegas but expanded to include over 100 distinct options.
  • Perks such as Assassin grant speed boosts after stealth kills and Serial Killer provides permanent health bonuses from harvested NPC hearts.
  • Flaws like Bad Knees impose realistic drawbacks by making loud popping sounds when standing, which can alert nearby enemies.
  • The Sungazer flaw introduces severe visual distortions comparable to cataracts, a trade-off developers warn can make the game difficult to play.
  • The game will launch on October 29, 2025, aiming to enrich its satirical humor and branching narrative through these enhanced customization systems.