Adventure is no longer just around the bend – it finally has a date. Silver Lining Interactive and Square Glade Games are thrilled to announce that Outbound, one of the most anticipated cozy games of the year, will launch globally on April 23, 2026.
The excitement reached a fever pitch during this afternoon’s Nintendo Indie World showcase, where Outbound not only announced its release date – April 23, 2026 – but also shadow-dropped its player acclaimed demo on Nintendo Switch 1 & Nintendo Switch 2. Whether you’re at home or on the go, your journey begins today.
For those who prefer to sit back and take it all in, a special demo sneak peek is also available, created by the dev team
With over 1.2 million wishlists on Steam and tens of thousands more on PS5 & Xbox, Outbound has become one of the most anticipated indie titles of the year. Its unique blend of cozy crafting, open-world exploration, and survival-lite mechanics – has resonated with players worldwide. The demo gives players their first true taste of life on the road:
- A sizable part of the first map to explore
- Build and customize your dream camper-van home
- Craft tools, upgrade systems, and live sustainably
- Play solo or cooperatively with friends
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