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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10-64 bit Processeur : Intel Core i3 10100F | Ryzen 3 3100 or equivalent Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GTX 1050 | AMD RX 570 or equivalent DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 16 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX Compatible Sound Card

Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 11 64-bit Processeur : Intel i3-12100F | Ryzen 7 1700 or better Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA RTX 3060 | AMD RX 7600XT or better DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 16 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX Compatible Sound Card

Outbound

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Released May 11, 2026
sample: 483 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
72/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 74 % · 1,928 reviews (« Mostly Positive »)
Critics' score : 63/100 (23 OpenCritic reviews)
➡️ Stable reception — recent reviews (30d): 69% positive vs 73% overall (144 recent reviews)
24,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

A cozy adventure that turns even short play sessions into cherished moments, yet its technical hiccups can’t dampen the charm for those who love exploration. Nearly 90% of players who played over 25 hours still happily recommend it, proving it’s a slow-burning favorite.

What it's about: Explorez un monde haut en couleur et construisez votre propre maison sur roues. Fabriquez des postes de travail et des sources d'énergie solaire, éolienne ou hydraulique, améliorez et personnalisez votre véhicule, faites pousser des cultures et vivez en totale autonomie (jusqu'à 4 joueurs).

In-game

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« Super jeu, très relax, j'attends avec impatience l'ajout des pnj car en effet le monde est un peu vide pour le moment. Sinon, que du positif »
👍 anonymous review · 28 h played
« Le jeu est vraiment très prenant, pour ma part zéro bugs. Je vous le conseille vivement. »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« Un jeu chill vraiment prenant ! avec plein de choses à faire, beaucoup d'exploration bref au top ! »
👍 anonymous review · 30 h played
« A nice game to chill with friends or your loved one! Great way to relax, AND YOU CAN PET THE DOG YES »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« jeux cosy de craft, a prendre comme il est, perso je kiffe »
👍 anonymous review · 26 h played
« bon jeu mais je suis bloqué, je n'arrive pas a obtenir les plans nécessaires pour débloquer la pioche 2 et débloquer de novelles parties de la carte »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« It's a bit slow paced. There is not a need to have a carry weight/stamina mechanic or an overheat mechanic at all. Poor choice. Wasn't for me. Also devs were trying to get people to refund/remove negative reviews. Big oof. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played211
« It's a shell of a game right now and should be labelled early access. Developers seem committed to pushing this forward, but your mileage may vary. »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played1
« Beaucoup trop chère pour ce que le jeu offre »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played
« On s'ennuie vraiment. Le jeu est lent et ne donne vraiment pas envie de continuer. »
👎 anonymous review · 5 h played
« I bought this game to play with a friend, i didn't like it at all and i can't get a refund because i have 4 hours... Please be cautious before buying the game, watch a gameplay you will not do the same error like me. »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« meme si je suis bloqué je ne trouve pas le moyen d'avoir du bois renforcé c'est normal ? je ne peu pas avoir de pioche niv 2 a cause de sa :( sinon le jeux et top »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played

In players' words

« Super jeu, très relax, j'attends avec impatience l'ajout des pnj car en effet le monde est un peu vide pour le moment. Sinon, que du positif »
👍 anonymous review · 28 h played
« It's a bit slow paced. There is not a need to have a carry weight/stamina mechanic or an overheat mechanic at all. Poor choice. Wasn't for me. Also devs were trying to get people to refund/remove negative reviews. Big oof. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played211
« Le jeu est vraiment très prenant, pour ma part zéro bugs. Je vous le conseille vivement. »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« It's a shell of a game right now and should be labelled early access. Developers seem committed to pushing this forward, but your mileage may vary. »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played1
« Un jeu chill vraiment prenant ! avec plein de choses à faire, beaucoup d'exploration bref au top ! »
👍 anonymous review · 30 h played
« Beaucoup trop chère pour ce que le jeu offre »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played
« A nice game to chill with friends or your loved one! Great way to relax, AND YOU CAN PET THE DOG YES »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« On s'ennuie vraiment. Le jeu est lent et ne donne vraiment pas envie de continuer. »
👎 anonymous review · 5 h played
« jeux cosy de craft, a prendre comme il est, perso je kiffe »
👍 anonymous review · 26 h played
« I bought this game to play with a friend, i didn't like it at all and i can't get a refund because i have 4 hours... Please be cautious before buying the game, watch a gameplay you will not do the same error like me. »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« bon jeu mais je suis bloqué, je n'arrive pas a obtenir les plans nécessaires pour débloquer la pioche 2 et débloquer de novelles parties de la carte »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« meme si je suis bloqué je ne trouve pas le moyen d'avoir du bois renforcé c'est normal ? je ne peu pas avoir de pioche niv 2 a cause de sa :( sinon le jeux et top »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
76 % pos · n=144
Content / longevity
40 % pos · n=53
Graphics / art
85 % pos · n=27
Multiplayer
58 % pos · n=24
Performance
40 % pos · n=15
Story / writing
67 % pos · n=12
Stability / bugs
8 % pos · n=12
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=10
Value for money
20 % pos · n=5
Interface / UX
40 % pos · n=5
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay144110628
Content / longevity53211220
Graphics / art272313
Multiplayer241428
Performance15618
Story / writing12813
Stability / bugs121011
Audio / music101000
Value for money5104
Interface / UX5203

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 20 h on median; those who dislike it: 5.4 h.

<2h
29 % (n=42)
2-10h
62 % (n=126)
10-25h
80 % (n=154)
>25h
89 % (n=161)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

📈 Up since launch (+20 pts) — updates have won players over
May 2026 : 49% positive49MayJun 2026 : 75% positive75JunJul 2026 : 69% positive69Jul

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€18.75€20.62€22.49€24.36€26.23€19.99

Steam price tracked automatically since May 11, 2026 · All-time low: €19.99 (Jun 25, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

1 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 32 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 8,9 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The gameplay earns effusive praise: 110 positive mentions out of 144, with players calling it relaxing and immersive.
  • Graphics are a standout strength: 23 positive mentions out of 27, praised for their warm, inviting style.
  • Audio gets a perfect score: 10 positive mentions with zero negatives, enhancing the soothing atmosphere.
  • Long-term players are hooked: 89% positive for those logging over 25 hours, signaling deep engagement.

Weaknesses

  • Performance stumbles under scrutiny: 8 negative mentions out of 15, with complaints about frame drops in busy scenes.
  • Content divides players: only 21 positive mentions out of 53, as some find the sandbox too sparse.
  • Bugs mar the experience: 11 negative mentions out of 12, though most agree they don’t ruin the fun.
  • Multiplayer feels half-baked: 8 negative mentions out of 24, with frustration over limited co-op features.

Who is it for?

Fans of laid-back, exploration-heavy adventures will find a home here, especially those who savor cozy atmospheres and don’t mind a few technical bumps along the way.

Is Outbound worth it in 2026?

Yes for the right audience, despite some caveats: 74% of 1,928 Steam reviews are positive (player score 72/100). Most-praised strength: The gameplay earns effusive praise. Current price: 24,99€.

Verdict

Outbound is a gem of a game for players seeking tranquility and discovery, but its rough edges and content gaps may frustrate those expecting depth or polish. Still, the overwhelmingly positive long-term reception cements its status as a standout indie.

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Outbound: 72/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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