Outcast - A New Beginning News

Game Director Pablo Coma talks about Outcast – A New Beginning in Today’s New Trailer!

Vienna, Austria / Charleroi, Belgium - March 8, 2024: Today, Pablo Coma, Game Director of Outcast - A New Beginning, takes you on a deep dive and talks about the beautiful, interconnected world of Adelpha.

Check out the trailer: https://youtu.be/mLkKQnDYnv0

As you step into Cutter Slade’s boots, you are free to explore the planet at your own pace. After a brief tutorial, it's up to you to decide what to do next. Whatever path you choose, your decisions not only impact you but the entire world of Adelpha.

Pre-order the game!
Enjoy a 17% pre-order discount on PC or a 15% discount on PlayStation and Xbox when you secure the game before its release on March 15th when pre-ordered from the links below.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1013140/Outcast__A_New_Beginning/

Outcast - A New Beginning is being developed by Appeal Studios in Charleroi, Belgium and published by THQ Nordic. The game will be available March 15th, 2024 for PC at an SRP of € 59.99 / $ 59.99 / £ 49.99, and PlayStation 5 & Xbox Series at an SRP of € 69.99 / $ 69.99 / £ 59.99.

Links & Info:
• Website: https://outcastthegame.com

• Discord: https://discord.gg/outcastgame

Enjoy & stay tuned!

1. What date and time does the game release? Is the release simultaneous across all time zones?
   The game will be released on 15 March 2024, at 15:00 CET/ 10:00 EDT/ 07:00 PDT. Release is simultaneous worldwide.
   
2. Which platforms will the game release on?
   PC (Steam and GOG), PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S|X
   
3. Are there plans for release on additional platforms, e.g. Epic Games, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, GeForce Now, Gamepass, Mac, Linux, etc.?
   There are no plans for release on other platforms at this moment.
   
4. When does the review embargo drop? How can I get reviewer/content creator access?
   If you are a content creator, please contact [email protected] and make sure to link your YouTube/Twitch channel in your email. The embargo drops on: 14 March 2024, at 15:00 CET/ 10:00 EDT/ 07:00 PDT.
   
5. How much does the game cost?
   PC standard: € 59.99 / $ 59.99 / £ 49.99
   PlayStation 5 & Xbox Series S|X standard: € 69.99 / $ 69.99 / £ 59.99
   Collector’s edition: € 199.99 / $ 199.99 / £ 179.99
   
6. Is there no PC collector’s edition for the US?
   There is no PC collector’s edition for the US, that is correct.
   
7. Do physical editions for PC come with a disc, Steam code or both?
   Both (this applies to both standard and collector’s edition).
   
8. Are any additional languages planned? (e.g. Turkish, Ukrainian, European Portuguese, Italian VO)
   Additional languages are currently not planned.
   
9. Are there going to be beta tests for the game?
   No.
   
10. Is there a roadmap for future content?
    Not at the moment.
    
11. Will there be microtransactions or other monetization features?
    No.
    
12. Will there be custom Steam backgrounds, avatars and game profiles? Will the game have Steam trading cards?
    Trading cards: yes. The rest: no.
    
13. How big is the dev studio that worked on the game?
    Appeal Studios is around 50 people.
    
14. Will the soundtrack be available separately?
    Yes.
    

1. Will users be able to preload the game?
   No.
   
2. Will the game be always online? / Will it be playable offline?
   It is entirely playable offline.
   
3. Will the game feature any sort of multiplayer?
   No.
   
4. Does the game run on Steam Deck? If so, how well? Is it verified?
   We’re still looking into it and are currently targeting that it runs well around launch.
   
5. What are the final hardware requirements?
   MINIMUM:
   o Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
   o OS: Windows 10, 64 Bit
   o Processor: Ryzen 3 1300X / Intel Core i3-7530K
   o Memory: 8 GB RAM
   o Graphics: GeForce GTX 980 Ti / Radeon RX 5600 XT
   o DirectX: Version 11
   o Storage: 40 GB available space
   RECOMMENDED:
   o Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
   o OS: Windows 10, 64 Bit
   o Processor: Ryzen 5 5600X / Core i5-12400
   o Memory: 16 GB RAM
   o Graphics: GeForce RTX 2070 Super / Radeon RX 6800 XT
   o DirectX: Version 12
   o Storage: 40 GB available space
   
6. Will the game be limited to one player / save file per account and system?
   No. Players can make multiple manual save files.
   
7. Will the game have 3rd party DRM such as Denuvo?
   No.
   
8. Which engine was used to make the game?
   Unreal Engine 4.
   
9. Will the game be VR compatible?
   The game does not have official VR support.
   
10. Will we be able to disable motion blur, film grain and other such post-processing effects?
    Yes.
    
11. Are there any other accessibility options?
    In addition to the above, the game offers adjustments for deuteranopia, protanopia and tritanopia, as well as the option to adjust brightness and contrast.
    
12. Will we be able to adjust camera/FOV?
    Yes. Camera inversion and FOV settings can be found in the in-game pause menu, both in the main game and in the demo version.
    
13. Are the controls customizable?
    Yes for keyboard and mouse. No for controller.
    
14. Are there any plans to support PlayStation controller layouts or will all buttons be displayed as Xbox buttons?
    This is currently not planned.
    
15. Will the game have advanced graphics options on PC such as DLSS, FrameGen and FSR?
    The game supports DLSS, but not FrameGen and FSR.
    
16. Does the game support ultrawide resolutions?
    Yes.
    
17. Will the game let us choose between performance and quality mode on consoles?
    This is currently still being worked on.
    
18. Will we have the option to disable HUD elements for a fully immersive experience?
    Not at launch. We are looking into it, though.
    

1. Is this game a sequel? Do I need to have played the first game to understand this one?
   Yes, it is a sequel, but while knowledge of the story of the first game is helpful, it is not required.
   
2. Does this game reboot/retcon existing lore?
   We have taken great care to stick as close to the existing lore as possible. All major events of the first game are canon within this one.
   
3. Does the game have vehicles? Can we ride twon-has again?
   No to vehicles and twon-ha riding. But there is a creature you can fly on. ;)
   
4. Does the game have character customization (outfits, helmets, different armor pieces, etc).
   No.
   
5. Are there melee weapons apart from the shield?
   No.
   
6. Is there a personal protagonist orbital ship hub/house or underwater hub/house?
   No.
   
7. Will there be a photo mode?
   Not at launch, but we’re looking into adding it post launch.
   
8. Is the game world open or following a strict story structure?
   Everybody’s journey through Adelpha starts and ends in the same place, but between that, you have lots of freedom in which parts of the world/story you want to tackle next.
   
9. Why do the Talans look and sound so much more human than in the first game? What was the reason behind that choice?
   This is mostly due to the progress in terms of facial animations and fidelity. Back then, the Talans didn’t have many details and very heavy voice-processing. When we made A New Beginning, we sat down to look at the original content and decided to re-evaluate certain design choices. While the original Talan designs were intriguing and unique, we decided to update them to a more detailed, more colorful and expressive version, similar to the update to Adelpha’s environments.
   
10. Why did you change Cutter’s look and voice so much? He looks and sounds nothing like the original!
    That’s mostly due to the evolution of Cutter as a character. In “A New Beginning”, Cutter is more matured. He is the father of a child and goes through a different character arc. Therefore, the writing, character model and voice performance changed accordingly.
    
11. What exactly is included in the demo version?
    The demo version consists of three segments:
    - Combat: clear one base using a preset number of weapons/upgrades, no time limit
    - Exploration: explore the world of Adelpha and its side quests, 20 minutes per access
    - Story: storyline of the village Sappa, 20 minutes per access (time pauses in dialogues)
    
12. How long is the game?
    If you rush through the main story, approximately 30 hours, but much more if you explore and do side quests.
    

A new PC demo patch (1.2) has been released. Console patch to follow soon.

• Removed the limited tries (every demo can now be played with unlimited tries)
  
• Optimized performance and reduced stutters and stalls
  
• Update on Gamor behaviour to avoid them getting stuck
  

How to Save A World in 60 Seconds: New Trailer for Upcoming Open-World Action-Adventure Outcast - A New Beginning

Vienna, Austria / Charleroi, Belgium - February 21, 2024: Do you have 60 seconds to spare? Head over to our YouTube channel for a concise overview of our upcoming open-world science-fantasy action-adventure, 'Outcast - A New Beginning.' Join us on a journey to the vibrant and colorful alien planet of Adelpha, a nearly magical destination waiting to be explored. Immerse yourself in its fascinating flora and fauna, uncover remnants of ancient civilizations, and soak in the captivating scenery. Adelpha could be the perfect vacation spot if not for the invading robot forces that our protagonist, ex-Navy SEAL Cutter Slade, must confront...

Check out the latest trailer here: https://youtu.be/IdX_MkqQxmQ

Demo available
Get a taste of the action now and decide for yourself if you're ready to join the resistance when Outcast - A New Beginning launches on March 15th, 2024.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2775330/

Pre-Order available
The digital pre-order for Outcast - A New Beginning is now open! Take the leap through the portal to Adelpha early, and enjoy a 17% pre-order discount on PC or 15% on PlayStation and Xbox when you secure the game before its release on March 15th when pre-ordered from the links below.

You can pre-order here:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1013140/Outcast__A_New_Beginning/

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.

Outcast - A New Beginning is being developed by Appeal Studios in Charleroi, Belgium and published by THQ Nordic.

The game will be available March 15th, 2024 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.

Links & Info:

• Website: https://outcastthegame.com
  
• Discord: https://discord.gg/outcastgame
  

Enjoy & stay tuned!

Thank you to all players who have checked out our demo so far!
We appreciate and examine every bit of feedback we get, especially from long-time Outcast fans, and are working on making adjustments and improvements where we can, especially the stutters so many of you encountered, which we will fix until release.

For a start, we are providing you with a patch to the demo today, which will include the following fixes/features:

• Reset the tries for each demo so you can give it another go in case you already used your tries (in some cases due to technical problems)
  
• Improved performance in general
  
• Fixed collision issues where Cutter can be stuck in the ground
  
• Added tool tip prompting the use of melee attacks against the blue NaGamors
  
• Gork eruptions can now be cleared by only destroying the Krakit nest
  
• Improved Display of Glide / Jetsprint in the control image