The distribution model for The Outer Worlds is changing – the base edition will be pulled from most digital stores in the near future. This shift makes the Spacer’s Choice Edition the new primary version for anyone looking to visit the Halcyon Colony for the first time.
This store overhaul is scheduled for May 27. While the original version disappears from most digital markets, the legacy versions for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch are expected to remain available for purchase despite the broader catalog streamlining.
Current owners of the RPG have a significant bonus to look forward to during this transition. On May 27, those who already have the base game in their library will be granted the updated 2023 Spacer’s Choice Edition for free, modernizing their existing experience at no cost.
Starting May 27, the base edition will be removed from sale, leaving the Spacer’s Choice Edition as the only version available. Existing owners will keep their original copies, but this change excludes Xbox One, PS4, and Switch. It represents a major shift for the title’s retail presence.
Owners of the base game before May 27 receive the upgrade for free on Steam, EGS, GOG, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. After this date, the Spacer’s Choice Edition will be priced at $39.99 for new buyers. The update remains a high – quality overhaul for the modern hardware generation.
The Xbox marketplace presents a unique situation because all generations share one store. This technical overlap means players might still be able to purchase the Xbox One version for use on any console even after the official May 27 deadline has passed.
Prices for the Xbox One version will drop to $24.99, with expansions priced at $14.99 after the transition. Interestingly, purchasing this specific bundle after the deadline still provides a free entitlement to the enhanced Spacer’s Choice Edition upgrade automatically.
While PC players are most affected by the delisting of the vanilla game, the overall impact is mitigated by the upgrade offer. For the console community, the news focuses on the accessible path toward owning the most modern, technically enhanced edition of the title.
