The Outer Worlds 2: A Sequel That Balances Humor and Capitalist Critique
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The Outer Worlds 2, developed by Obsidian and published by Xbox, continues its critique of capitalism and authoritarianism through a darker, more dialogue-driven narrative, but its humor often falls flat amid grim themes, with gameplay mechanics remaining solid but unoriginal, ultimately offering a less whimsical experience than its predecessor.
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