Outbound Is Available Today With Xbox Game Pass, And Here’s What The Reviews Are Saying
Welcome to your latest Xbox Game Pass roundup! Today, co-op camping sim Outbound joins the library as a day one Game Pass Ultimate title – and we’re going to do things a little differently and round up some of the game’s early reviews in this XGP update!
Of course, you can get a snapshot of the game via the trailer up above, and we’ll also drop a brief description of Outbound down below before getting into some of these reviews.
“Outbound is a cozy open-world exploration game set in a utopian near future. Start with an empty camper van and turn it into the home of your dreams – alone or together with your friends. Build and explore at your own pace. Collect materials, craft, and build in and on top of your vehicle with modular parts. Advance in technology and efficiently use energy to power your home.”
Without further ado, here’s what folks are saying about this new Game Pass title:
“Outbound is a triumph of the “cozy game” genre, transforming the most commonplace survival experiences into an exercise in creativity and tranquility. Its greatest strengths lie in the immense architectural freedom offered by the camper van and its beautiful design—elements that combine to generate a constant sense of satisfaction without ever needing to resort to urgency or punishment. It is a game that truly understands its niche: players seeking a sanctuary title amidst these times of madness, war, and chaos.”
“Outbound is the equivalent of sitting in the countryside during late summer, knocking back a cold drink with ice, and relaxing while watching the sunset. This game may have the guts of the usual survival and crafting games that crop up all the time, but Outbound has done a great job avoiding many pitfalls in the genre.”
“Outbound is a relaxing journey that will please anyone who wants to get away without going anywhere. Extensive exploration and a satisfying gameplay loop make for a joyful experience, and it’s easy to lose hours to driving around in your camper, collecting logs and unlocking new biomes. A few visual and control gripes might form bumps in the road, but otherwise this is a fun ride.”
