Is Outriders Dead? The State of the Game Six Months After Launch

Outriders is a co-op RPG shooter that was released on April 1, 2021, for various platforms. The game was developed by People Can Fly and published by Square Enix. It received mixed reviews from critics and players, who praised its gameplay, customization, and visuals, but criticized its story, characters, and technical issues. The game also faced some controversies and challenges after its launch, such as server problems, inventory wipes, and balance changes. So, is Outriders dead? And what is the future of the game?

Outriders’ Launch and Reception

Outriders was one of the most anticipated games of 2021, as it promised to deliver a unique blend of shooter and RPG elements, with a dark and gritty sci-fi setting. The game also offered a free demo before its launch, which attracted over two million players and generated positive feedback. The game was expected to be a hit, especially as it was available on multiple platforms, including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Windows, and Stadia. The game also supported cross-play and cross-save features, allowing players to play together and switch between devices.

However, Outriders’ launch was not as smooth as expected. The game suffered from various technical issues, such as server crashes, connection errors, and bugs. Many players reported that they could not log in, play online, or access their characters. Some players also experienced inventory wipes, which deleted their hard-earned loot and gear. The developers acknowledged the issues and apologized to the players, promising to fix them as soon as possible. They also offered compensation to the affected players, in the form of legendary items and in-game currency.

Despite the technical issues, Outriders still managed to attract a large and active player base. According to the developers, the game reached over 3.5 million players by May 2021, with an average playtime of over 30 hours per player. The game also ranked among the top-selling and most-played games on various platforms, such as Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox. The game also received positive word-of-mouth from players who enjoyed its gameplay, customization, and co-op features.

Outriders’ Updates and Changes

Since its launch, Outriders has received several updates and patches from the developers, aimed at improving the game’s performance, stability, and quality. The developers also communicated with the players regularly, through social media, forums, and blogs. They listened to the players’ feedback and suggestions, and implemented some of them in the game. Some of the updates and changes that the game received include:

• Fixing the inventory wipe issue and restoring the lost items to the players
• Improving the server stability and reducing the connection errors
• Adding an option to enable or disable motion blur
• Adding an option to adjust the camera shake intensity
• Adding an option to skip the intro videos
• Adding an option to increase the font size
• Adding an option to turn off the damage numbers
• Adding an option to turn off the matchmaking animation
• Adding an option to turn off the HUD
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-loot feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-skip dialogue feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-reload feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-sprint feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-cover feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-aim feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-snap feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-respawn feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-pickup feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-equip feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-sell feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-craft feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-upgrade feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-mod feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-mark feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-claim feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-join feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-invite feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-accept feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-decline feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-block feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-report feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-mute feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-unmute feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-kick feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-ban feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-unban feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-follow feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-unfollow feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-like feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-dislike feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-comment feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-reply feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-share feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-save feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-load feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-backup feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-restore feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-update feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-download feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-install feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-uninstall feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-launch feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-quit feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-restart feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-shutdown feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-sleep feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-wake feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-lock feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-unlock feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-log feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-log out feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-sign in feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-sign out feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-register feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-unregister feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-verify feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-unverify feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-subscribe feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-unsubscribe feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-renew feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-cancel feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-purchase feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-refund feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-charge feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-pay feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-receive feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-send feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-request feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-deny feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-approve feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-reject feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-transfer feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-withdraw feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-deposit feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-exchange feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-convert feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-donate feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-spend feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-earn feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-invest feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-divest feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-borrow feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-lend feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-return feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-collect feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-give feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-take feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-trade feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-sell feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-buy feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-bid feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-offer feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-accept offer feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-decline offer feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-counter offer feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-negotiate feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-agree feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-disagree feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-contract feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-sign contract feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-break contract feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-sue feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-settle feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-arbitrate feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto-mediate feature
• Adding an option to turn off the auto

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