PC & Steam
Released May 11, 2026. Steam lists Outbound from Square Glade Games with single-player, online co-op, achievements, and cloud saves.
Find where to play Outbound, what the store pages say about Xbox Game Pass and online co-op, then jump into beginner tips, crafting, energy, and van upgrades.
The most-searched questions are simple: is Outbound out, where can you play it, and what does multiplayer require?
Released May 11, 2026. Steam lists Outbound from Square Glade Games with single-player, online co-op, achievements, and cloud saves.
Features Xbox Play Anywhere. The Xbox store page lists Series X|S optimization, cloud play with Game Pass Ultimate, and online multiplayer requirements.
Releasing May 14, 2026. Nintendo lists Outbound for Nintendo Switch with Switch 2 compatibility, online play, and up to 4 players online.
PlayStation has announced Outbound for PS5 with solo play and up to four-player online co-op.
Quick answer: Outbound launched on PC and Xbox on May 11, 2026. Check the official Nintendo and PlayStation store pages for current console availability before buying. Pick the same store or console ecosystem as your friends, since full crossplay is not supported at launch.
Start with the guides players need most often: the map, windmill puzzle, Thread crafting, co-op rules, and buying decisions.
Plan early routes, keep objective pins separate from resource runs, and use verified guide links while the full map data grows.
Use the ladder levers, bring 20x Scrap Metal, repair the cogwheel, and unlock the Mortar and Pestle blueprint.
Check the Thread recipe, Fibre cost, Spinning Wheel requirement, and what to do if the station is missing.
See what online co-op support is confirmed and what to check before buying copies across different platforms.
Decide whether Outbound fits your group, platform, and preferred pace before jumping into a new save.
Outbound is built around a calm survival loop: explore, gather, craft, power your camper, decorate the van, and keep moving through an open world.
Before buying, use the trailer and store notes to check whether the pace, co-op style, and van-building focus match what you want from a cozy crafting game.
Three simple habits for turning an empty camper into a useful mobile base without getting lost in menus.
Start with nearby resources, keep a small reserve in the van, and avoid spending everything on decoration before your first utility upgrades.
Your first crafting station should support tools, storage, and early van upgrades. Build it inside your van early to save time running back and forth.
Outbound is built around sustainable energy. Prioritize a simple power setup before adding too many stations, crops, or comfort items.
Pick the guide that matches your next blocker or buying decision.
Controls, early priorities, first tools, and the safest way to build momentum in a fresh save.
Read the Outbound Buying Guide →Starter workstations, blueprint priorities, and materials to watch for as the guide database expands.
Open the Outbound Thread Recipe Guide →A map hub for verified POIs, objective routes, resource loops, and collectible layers as reliable data is added.
Open the Outbound Map →Role splits for 2–4 players, online co-op setup notes, shared inventory tips, and what to check before planning a crossplay group.
Read the Outbound Co-op Guide →Gather these materials for useful early recipes. Recipe costs may change in future updates.
| Recipe | Station | Ingredients | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bolts | Bolt Press | Scrap Metal x 2 |
Early van and station upgrades |
| Thread | Spinning Wheel | Fibre x 2 |
Backpack progress and fabric crafting |
| Paint | Mortar and Pestle | Petals x 5 |
Camper color customization |
| Mushroom Soup | Cooking Pot | Water x 1Mushrooms x 2 |
Simple food recovery |
| Tomato Sauce | Food Processor | Tomatoes x 2 |
Cooking ingredient |
Resource note: Scrap Metal is a gathered material, not a crafted recipe. Watch for scrap piles near Signal Towers when you need upgrade materials.
No featured recipes match that search yet.
Quick answers to the most common questions before you hit the road.
No full crossplay at launch. Use the co-op guide before your group buys on different stores or consoles.
Open the starting area map first, then use the windmill and Thread guides for the earliest common blockers.
Use the buying guide for price, cloud access, Steam reviews, PC requirements, and Steam Deck notes.
Save Fibre until you know whether you need Thread. It is easy to burn early materials before your backpack and workstation path is clear.