Outbound News

Demo Version 1.0.0.4 is up!

Change notes:

• Added a button to access Multiplayer from the pause menu
  
• Added a side task showing how to lock a material in your backpack
  
• Added a side task for crafting the Base Building Deck
  
• Slightly reduced thunder volume
  
• Updated the demo map visual to better represent the demo area
  
• Hide recipes that are not part of the demo
  
• Minor fixes on Chinese translations
  
• Improved networking stability
  

If you enjoyed the demo, please take a moment to leave a review on the Steam page. This helps us a ton! 🫶

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2938240/Outbound_Demo/

Hey Travellers! SURPRISE!

We originally planned to launch the demo during Steam Next Fest next week, but couldn’t wait to share it with you early. The demo is now live on Steam! Get ready to explore, drive, craft, and build!

[h2]🌟 DEMO OUT NOW! 🌟[/h2]

The Demo we’ve prepared for you includes:

• Approximately 3 hours of exploration.
  
• Open end, you can continue playing after finishing it!
  
• Multiplayer - play the Demo with your friends.
  
• Streamable and sharable.

Enjoy the Outbound Demo! And also, if you enjoy the Demo, please consider leaving a Steam review!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2938240/



[h2]Help Us Shape the Road Ahead[/h2]
We’re actively listening to your feedback as we head toward the full launch in Q2 2026. Your thoughts on systems, co-op, building, exploration - all of it - will help us fine-tune the experience and make Outbound the best it can possibly be.

So please:

• Share your feedback
  
• Post your screenshots
  
• Tell us your stories
  
• Play together
  
• Break things (gently!)
  

We’re watching, reading, and cheering you on every step of the way!

[h2]🎥 Want a Sneak Peek?[/h2]
If you’d prefer to settle in with a cozy drink and watch before diving in, there’s also a relaxed demo walkthrough available over on IGN’s channels.

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Let’s meet on the road! 🚐

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Hey Travellers!

We promised you an update on the Outbound Demo early in 2026… and here it is! We know you’ve all been extremely patient, and we’re seriously excited to finally be able to share it with you. Get ready to explore, drive, and experience the journey for yourself…

[h2]Outbound Demo is heading to Steam Next Fest starting on February 23rd! 🥾[/h2]

Demo map (spoiler!) 👇


Please note that this map is only the first of 4 biomes - and you will be able to play part of it!

The demo we’ve prepared for you includes approximately 3 hours of playtime (to explore it all), where you’ll be able to discover the world, gather, craft, build & truly begin your cozyvival adventure. The demo is open-ended and you can continue building as long as you want! The demo will also feature multiplayer, so you can play together with your friends!

We hope you will enjoy it, and of course, we are looking forward to hearing your thoughts.

…and if you’re looking for a little insight into Outbound before the demo drops… keep an eye out ;)

Can’t wait! See you on the road 🌄

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Hey Travellers!

With the holidays time upon us, we wanted to check in before 2025 ends and celebrate it with a little Dev Diary! We hope you enjoy this sneak peek at what’s coming.

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This past year has been all about showcasing the game, sharing our vision of cozyvival road trips with you all, opening the first alpha & beta doors, but above all: working hard behind the scenes on the game, listening to our playtesters, and adding polishing touches to the world you will soon get to explore!

We know you’ve all been waiting eagerly for Outbound, and trust us: we’ve felt that same excitement every step of the way. 2026 is just around the corner, we’re proud (and beyond thrilled!) to say that we are officially only a few days away from Outbound’s release year! 🎉

Thank you for your immense support, and we wish you all Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year, full of laughter, joy and travels.

See you on the road!
Outbound Team 🚐💨

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Thanks for being part of the ride!
- The Outbound Team 🚐💨

Hi everyone!

We’ve got something extra special to share today - something many of you have been asking about since the very beginning. After months of planning, designing, and packing (literally!), we’re excited to confirm Outbound is officially getting physical retail editions, including a fully packed Collector’s Edition!

Notably, the Nintendo Switch 2 edition will be a full cartridge release, letting players enjoy the adventure in a true collector's way.



There’s something incredibly magical about holding a piece of the Outbound journey in your hands, and being able to offer both a Standard and an absolutely stuffed Collector’s Edition!

[h2]Retail Standard Edition[/h2]

• Physical Game
  
• School Bus Adventures DLC - School Bus as a playable vehicle
  
• Digital Soundtrack
  

[h2]Collector’s Edition[/h2]

• Game-Accurate Road Map - plan your in-game adventures like a true road-tripper
  
• Acrylic Standee of the game’s key art - park it safely on your desk or shelf
  
• Hanging Charm - a little something for the road
  
• 4 Enamel Pins - tiny badges of honor for your love of cozy adventures
  
• 2 Fabric Patches - perfect for jackets, bags, or camping gear
  
• 6 Postcards - send a message from your travels or display them at home
  
• Collector’s Box - designed to keep all your treasures safe and cozy
  
• Standard Edition Contents; Physical Game, School Bus Adventures DLC and Digital Soundtrack
  

[h2]Pricing[/h2]
Please note that since digital distribution does not require physical production, we will be able to offer the digital version for the Q2 2026 release at a lower price than the physical Standard Edition. We’ll be sharing the finalized digital pricing chart very soon!

Digital Pricing

• coming soon!
  

Physical Retail Pricing

• PC Phsyical - €29.99 / $29.99 / £24.99
  
• PS5 Physical - €39.99 / $39.99 / £34.99
  
• Nintendo Switch Physical - €39.99 / $39.99 / £34.99
  
• Nintendo Switch 2 Physical (Full Game on Cartridge) - €49.99 / $49.99 / £44.99
  

Collector's Edition Pricing

• PC Collector's Edition - €69.99 / £59.99
  
• PS5 Collector's Edition - €79.99 / £69.99
  
• Nintendo Switch Collector's Edition - €79.99 / £69.99
  
• Ninteod Switch 2 Collector's Edition (Full Game on Cartridge) - €89.99 / £79.99
  

Now, as we are nearing the end of the year, we know you all have been incredibly patient and supportive of the game and the team behind it. We wanted to truly thank you, and address some of the questions you’ve been raising:

Release Date - we want to assure you that this Announcement is coming soon! We want to ensure this news reaches as wide an audience as possible including those of you who’ve been following the journey for so long and this takes a lot of planning in the background to achieve. The Square Glade team is hard at work to ensure Outbound launches in Q2 2026 :)

Demo - We know this is something you’re really eager for and we will have news on this to share early in the new year. Rest assured there will be a robust demo for you to experience before Outbound launches!

Once again, thank you, for your support and your understanding!

The Outbound Team 🚐💨

P.s.: We also want to highlight the amazing new artwork that our fantastic artist created for the Collector's Edition! Hope you love it as much as we do!