Obsidian just cut the controversial price of The Outer Worlds 2
Briefly

Obsidian Entertainment has revised The Outer Worlds 2's price from $79.99 to $69.99 ahead of its October launch. The price change follows community feedback regarding the initial pricing, which had surprised many fans. An Xbox spokesperson confirmed that the game would be priced in line with current market conditions. The Outer Worlds 2 will be available on PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X on October 29. The discussion of game pricing has continued as companies adapt to consumer response and market trends.
Obsidian Entertainment announced that The Outer Worlds 2 will retail for $69.99 instead of the previously stated $79.99, following feedback from the gaming community.
Microsoft maintains that holiday releases, including The Outer Worlds 2, will be priced at $69.99, suggesting a reevaluation of the anticipated price increase to $79.99.
The price adjustment for The Outer Worlds 2 came after backlash from fans regarding its initial pricing, indicating sensitivity to consumer demand in game pricing strategies.
Game pricing has been under scrutiny, as more companies like Nintendo shift premium game prices upwards, while Microsoft's strategy appears more conservative for The Outer Worlds 2.
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