You can check out this new RPG on Steam for free, and it’s one for The Witcher 3 and Valheim fans.
Sometimes, no matter how good a trailer appears to be, we can all get duped. It’s happened to the best of us. For example, do you remember that epic and heartbreaking announcement trailer for Dead Island in 2011?
Don’t get me wrong, Dead Island ended up being a decent enough game, but it was in no way, shape, or form anything like that trailer led us to believe. Well, other than zombies and death in a hotel, but what else is new in a UK Travelodge nowadays?
Thankfully, at least, we have access to a plethora of free game demos, trials and beta tests. Sure, a full game can have some differences, but for the most part, getting a proper sample of gameplay is often the best indication of whether or not we should part with our hard-earned cash.
Get A Taste Of This 2026 RPG For Free
One game that has a playtest coming up is Outward 2, developed and published by Nine Dots Studio, which is set to be released sometime around the middle of 2026.
“Outward 2 is a challenging action RPG with survival elements, focusing on a grounded experience. There’s no hand-holding, no scaled encounters, no divine blessings to make you tower over your enemies,” reads the synopsis of the game on Steam. “Eat your meal, check your map, grab your backpack: an unforgiving, rewarding adventure awaits.”
The free playtest will begin on Tuesday, 9 December and end on Monday, 15 December 2025.
During this time, you can experience the underground city of Haboob either with players online or some old-school, split-screen co-op.
Furthermore, if selected for the playtest, your feedback will help shape the final version of the game when it releases next year.
To be in with a chance of taking part in the Outward 2 playtest, you can register your interest via the official Nine Dots Studio website.
“Nice! I wish all registered players the best of luck in being selected,” said Kzaix, in the comments section of the playtest announcement trailer.
“Much earlier than expected, nice. May my low-end PC bless them with optimisation recommendations,” pleaded itshypevideos.
“Can’t wait for this game to be released! Wishing everyone who registered good luck on getting accepted!” exclaimed THELEMMONGRAFT.
Outward 2 will also be coming to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
This sounds like an exciting blend of two popular games! It’s great to see new RPG offerings on Steam, especially ones that cater to fans of The Witcher 3 and Valheim. Looking forward to seeing how it unfolds!
Absolutely, it’s always refreshing to see unique combinations in gaming. The mix of storytelling from The Witcher 3 with the survival elements of Valheim could really create a rich experience. I’m curious to see how the crafting mechanics will play out in this new RPG!
You’re right! Unique combinations can lead to some amazing gameplay experiences. It’s interesting how blending the rich narratives from The Witcher with the survival elements of Valheim can create a fresh adventure for players. I can’t wait to see how the quests unfold!
I completely agree! Unique combinations definitely open up new possibilities in gameplay. It’s fascinating how blending different genres can create such immersive worlds, especially when you think about how both The Witcher 3 and Valheim excel in storytelling and exploration.
It’s fascinating how blending elements from different games can create a fresh experience. The combination of storytelling from The Witcher 3 and the survival mechanics of Valheim really sets the stage for some interesting quests and challenges!