The Outer Worlds 2’s first story expansion announced

Despite recent layoffs, Obsidian Entertainment announced a two‑part story expansion for The Outer Worlds 2 titled “Side Effects Guaranteed,” introducing a new region, character flaws, perks and additional gameplay elements. The first installment will launch on PlayStation 5 on December 2 2026, with the second part scheduled for Spring 2027. The DLC will be accessible via a new character option before the main game’s conclusion.