A Hidden Gem Sequel That's Never Been Brighter - Outcast: A New Beginning Preview

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is a sprawling adventure game with high-flying mobility, customizable combat, and a fascinating alien world to explore. The original was a highly influential PC release in 1999 as one of the first 3D open-world adventure games. Now, 25 years later, is ready to introduce new audiences to its well-constructed alien world of Adelpha.

is technically a sequel to the 1999 PC game, but players who have never experienced the original can enjoy the new game without feeling lost. Cutter Slade returns in the 3rd person action-adventure game inspired by the optimistic sci-fi often featured in 80/90s movies and comics.

The lush world of Adelpha is a world occupied by tribes of intelligent alien life known as the Talans. However, their freedom and the beautiful planet's resources are in danger. If Cutter is to return home, he must first reunite the tribes against invaders and hostile wildlife that cover the open world's huge map that takes hours to traverse on foot. However, developer Appeal Studios has ensured that players won't get bored by repetitive fetch quests to progress the story or to upgrade Cutter's vast mobility and combat abilities.

is not filled with traditional side quests. Instead, Cutter will visit different villages, gain the trust of its citizens, and find out what needs to be done to unify Adelpha's Talans. Helping its citizens will gain favor and resources that will prove essential in the game's later sections. Players will have the freedom to explore and complete whatever tasks they wish, including examining the alien world's unique wildlife. However, ignoring the needs of each village will be a missed opportunity to meet 's incredibly well-written cast of characters.

The Talans are a civilization with their own