The Outer Worlds gets a free upgrade to Spacer's Choice Edition

Obsidian Entertainment has announced that players of The Outer Worlds will be upgraded for free to the premium version, Spacer's Choice Edition. This change is part of a larger update released on May 1, 2026. It marks the first update since June 2023 and a major moment for the game, which originally launched in October 2019.

Key updates

The recently released patch (version 2.5.7.0) introduces important changes, including the addition of a new weapon: grenades. This change comes nearly seven years after the game’s original release. Players can expect grenades in a future update, which will roll out later this month. It gives players a new way to take on enemies that wasn’t previously available in the game.

The latest update also addresses several bugs and performance issues. Players can now manually save during certain status effects, and FPS performance has been improved in various areas, such as Fallbrook and Emerald Vale.

Spacer's Choice Edition

With the arrival of the Spacer's Choice Edition, players get access not only to the new weapon mechanics, but also to the previously released DLCs Peril on Gorgon and Murder on Eridanos. This free upgrade is available to players who have the base game in their library before May 27, or who purchase it before then. It’s a chance to save a significant amount, since the upgrade comes at no extra cost for new players.

It’s important to note that this upgrade will not be available to users of last-gen consoles such as PlayStation 4 and Xbox One unless they also own both DLCs. For them, the base game and DLC prices have been reduced to $24.99 and $14.99, respectively.

Player satisfaction and community

The Outer Worlds currently holds an overall player rating of 82 percent on Steam, based on more than 16,000 English reviews. That strong score reflects the game’s lasting popularity. Its unique mix of humor and criticism of modern capitalist society has drawn in many players.

As Obsidian prepares to improve the game experience, it has also said there are currently no plans for a third entry in the series following the release of The Outer Worlds 2, which underperformed. That raises questions about the future of the franchise, but for now fans can focus on the new content and updates coming to the current game.

Conclusion

The upcoming changes to The Outer Worlds, including the free upgrade to Spacer's Choice Edition and the addition of new gameplay elements, offer a fresh experience for both new and returning players. Future updates will shape expectations for how Obsidian continues to support and expand the game.