Outriders launch times: When you can play, day one update, and more
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The upcoming loot-centric co-op shooterOutridersis almost here. If you want details on when you can play the game based on your platform and region, information on the day one update, and much more, we’ve got you covered. Here’s everything you need to know to prepare for the launch of Outriders.
Outriders launch and release times
While technically not a games-as-a-service title according to the developer, servers will still be required to access many of the features in Outriders. In a post on the official social channels for the game, the team explained how the rollout will work for each platform and region.
Console Versions
For players on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, and PS5, Outriders will unlock at12 a.m. your local time on April 1. This staggered release schedule on console means that not all players will be able to access the game simultaneously, but instead at midnight for each time zone.
PC Version
The schedule for the launch of the PC version of the game is less straight-forward. While the game still technically releases on April 1 in most regions, it won’t go live at midnight. Here’s when you can play Outriders on PC:
Outriders day one update and preload times
In late February, Square Enix and People Can Fly gave players the opportunity to get their hands on the game with along-running and rather expansive demo. Based on the feedback fans provided, People Can Fly will be delivering a day one update positioned to fix numerous technical issues, adjust game balance, and adress general complaints like accessive motion blur. Here are some highlights of the patch notes from the officialOutriders subreddit.
In addition to detailing exactly what’s changed between the latest demo build and launch, the team also gave players a better idea of when they’ll have the ability to pre-load Outriders based on their platform of choice. Here’s when you can start your download:
Where will you be playing?
Which platform will you be playing Outriders on? Let us know in the comment section below! The massive announcement of aday one launch into Xbox Game Passcertainly makes the Xbox version of the game incredibly appealing. If you want more info on Xbox Game Pass and the games you can play for one low monthly fee, check out our list of thebest games on Xbox Game Pass.
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Become an Outrider and follow a mysterious signal across the alien planet of Enoch, full of hellish threats waiting around every corner. Outriders features drop-in, drop-out co-op for up to three players so you can have a couple of friends at your side.
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