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The Outer Worlds 2's toothless satire of capitalism should be a disappointment to everyone, except Microsoft

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The Outer Worlds 2
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The Outer Worlds 2
Genres · rpg
Release · Oct 29, 2025
Developer · Obsidian Entertainment
Xbox Series X|SPCPS5
372 articles 117 writers 11 reviews
Microsoft
COMPANYSubject
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Role · Developer / Publisher
Active · 1982–2025
Latest · Marvel Cosmic Invasion
Top genres · fps, simulation, strategy
3120 articles 487 writers 194 games
Capitalism
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Capitalism
Active · 1995
Latest · Capitalism
Top genres · simulation
26 articles 26 writers 1 games
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