Side Effects Guaranteed, the First Chapter of Two-Part Expansion, Announced for The Outer Worlds 2

Xbox Game Studios and developer Obsidian Entertainment have announced Side Effects Guaranteed, the first expansion chapter for The Outer Worlds 2, launching December 2.

Investigating a distress signal from a derelict vessel with the crew of the Incognito, you discover a hibernating crew infected with a cell-destroying affliction, launching a search for a cure across the new Elysium Valley region on Eden.

The expansion increases the level cap from 30 to 36, introduces over 15 new perks and four flaws, and adds Sub Rosa radio tracks alongside new weapons and companion armor. Players can dive in via existing saves or jump directly into the content from the main menu using an alternate start option with a level-27 pre-made commander.

Side Effects Guaranteed releases December 2 for PC via Steam and Microsoft Store, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, both standalone and as part of the Premium Edition.