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Dishonored 2 vs The Outer Worlds
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| info General Information | |
| Release Date | |
| Nov 11, 2016 | Oct 25, 2019 |
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| Arkane Studios | Obsidian Entertainment |
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| Bethesda Softworks | Private Division |
| Genre(s) | |
| Action-Adventure, Stealth, Immersive Sim, First-Person | Action RPG, First-Person, RPG, Sci-Fi, Shooter |
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| Void Engine (Modified id Tech 5) | Unreal Engine 4 |
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| Mature 17+ | M (Mature 17+) |
| Avg. User Rating | |
| 4.6 / 5.0 | 4.3 / 5.0 |
| Current Price (USD) | |
| $39.99 | $59.99 |
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Dishonored 2 is a purely single-player experience. There are no multiplayer modes. |
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Available in Standard Edition and a Collector's Edition. The Collector's Edition included a replica of Corvo Attano's mask and stand, Emily Kaldwin's ring replica, a propaganda poster, a SteelBook case, and the 'Imperial Assassin's Pack' digital items (bonecharms, lore book, in-game currency). Pre-orders often included Dishonored: Definitive Edition. |
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A standalone expansion/sequel, 'Dishonored: Death of the Outsider' (starring Billie Lurk), was released in 2017. For Dishonored 2 itself, a significant free update added a New Game Plus mode (allowing players to access both Emily's and Corvo's powers in a single playthrough) and custom difficulty settings. |
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Developed on Arkane's Void Engine (a modified id Tech 5), Dishonored 2 features a distinct 'painterly' art style with stylized character models and richly detailed environments. Karnaca's design is inspired by southern European coastal cities, showcasing vibrant colors mixed with industrial decay and dust storms. The game is known for its intricate level architecture and environmental storytelling. |
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| Audio & Soundtrack | |
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Original score composed by Daniel Licht, featuring atmospheric and often melancholic orchestral pieces that reflect the game's dark, industrial, and supernatural themes. Sound design is crucial for stealth gameplay, with distinct audio cues for enemy patrols, awareness levels, traps, and power usage. Voice acting from a notable cast (e.g., Rosario Dawson, Sam Rockwell, Vincent D'Onofrio, Pedro Pascal) brings characters to life. |
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Features a first-person HUD displaying health (red) and mana (blue) bars, equipped powers/gadgets, and contextual prompts. A radial menu is used for selecting powers and weapons. The Heart (Corvo) or Void Gaze (Emily - conceptual equivalent for finding Runes/Bonecharms) helps locate collectibles. Journal tracks quests, lore, and targets. Chaos level is subtly indicated by world state and ending outcomes rather than a persistent UI element. |
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Offers a range of accessibility options, including customizable controls (PC), extensive subtitle and caption customization, options for aim assist strength, options to adjust UI element size, colorblind modes, and various gameplay toggles for difficulty and visual comfort (e.g., reducing head bob). |
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| settings_applications System Requirements | |
| 1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (Targets 1080p, High settings, ~60 FPS) (High Preset, 1080p resolution, aiming for a consistent 60 FPS.) CPU: Official recommended desktop CPU for a solid 60 FPS experience. CPU (Laptop): A decent mobile CPU is needed to maintain a stable framerate in cities like Byzantium. GPU: Official recommended desktop GPUs for a high-quality 1080p experience. GPU (Laptop): Good laptop GPUs for a solid 1080p experience. An RTX 3050 or better will comfortably run the game at max settings. RAM: 16GB RAM is the official recommended amount for a smoother experience. Storage: An SSD is strongly recommended for this tier to ensure fast loading. | |
| — | memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-7700K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB) or AMD Radeon RX 470 laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-10300H / AMD Ryzen 5 4600H or better. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop (4GB), RTX 3050 Laptop (4GB), RTX 4050 Laptop (6GB). layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 40 GB SSD |
| 1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (1080p ~60 FPS, High Preset) (High Preset) CPU: Recommended desktop CPU for 1080p/60FPS High settings. CPU (Laptop): Estimated mid-range laptop CPUs. GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p/60FPS High. GPU (Laptop): Estimated performance-focused laptop GPUs. 6GB+ VRAM recommended. RAM: 16GB RAM strongly recommended. Storage: SSD strongly recommended. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-4770 or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB) or AMD Radeon RX 480 (8GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-7700HQ / AMD Ryzen 5 3550H equivalent or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Mobile (8GB) / RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB). **An RTX 3060 Mobile or RTX 4050 Mobile (High TGP) is a good target for 1080p High.** layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 60 GB SSD | — |
| 1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (Targets 1080p, Low settings, ~30 FPS) (Low Preset, 1080p resolution.) CPU: Official minimum desktop CPU requirement. These are very old processors. CPU (Laptop): Estimated entry-level laptop CPUs for minimum playability. GPU: Official minimum desktop GPUs. These cards are over a decade old. GPU (Laptop): Any modern entry-level laptop GPU, including strong integrated graphics, will easily meet this requirement. RAM: 8GB RAM is the official minimum requirement. Storage: An HDD is technically sufficient for the minimum spec, but an SSD is recommended. | |
| — | memoryCPU: Intel Core i3-3225 or AMD Phenom II X6 1100T developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 Ti or AMD Radeon HD 7850 laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-7200U / AMD Ryzen 3 2200U or better. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce MX350, or even modern integrated graphics like Intel Iris Xe. layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 40 GB HDD |
| 1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (1080p ~30 FPS, Low Preset) (Low Preset) CPU: Minimum desktop CPU for lower settings. CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU equivalent. Modern i5/Ryzen 5 U or H series better. GPU: Minimum desktop GPU for lower settings. GPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop GPUs. 3-4GB VRAM preferable even at low. RAM: Minimum RAM requirement. Storage: HDD absolute minimum, SSD highly recommended. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-2400 or AMD FX-8320 developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 (2GB) or AMD Radeon HD 7970 (3GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-6300HQ / AMD Ryzen 3 1300U equivalent or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M (2GB) / GTX 1050 Mobile (2GB). **A GTX 1650 Mobile would be a more realistic minimum for a somewhat stable experience.** layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 60 GB HDD (SSD Strongly Recommended) | — |
| 1440p (QHD/2K) - High Performance (Estimated 1440p ~60 FPS, Very High Preset) (Very High Preset) CPU: CPU for 1440p/60FPS Very High. CPU (Laptop): High-end laptop CPU. GPU: Desktop GPU for 1440p/60FPS Very High. GPU (Laptop): High-end laptop GPUs. 8GB VRAM critical. RAM: 16GB RAM essential, 32GB beneficial. Storage: NVMe SSD required. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-6700K or AMD Ryzen 7 2700X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 (8GB) / RTX 2070 (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 (8GB) / RX 5700 XT (8GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-9750H / AMD Ryzen 7 4800H or better. **Modern i7/Ryzen 7 H/HX series.** laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Mobile (8GB) / RTX 3070 Mobile (8GB, High TGP). **An RTX 3070 Ti Mobile or RTX 4060 Mobile (High TGP) would provide excellent performance.** layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 60 GB NVMe SSD | — |
| 1440p (QHD/2K) - High (Targets 1440p, High settings, ~60+ FPS) (High Preset, 1440p resolution.) CPU: A modern CPU is recommended to prevent bottlenecks at 1440p. CPU (Laptop): A strong mobile CPU is beneficial for a consistent 1440p experience. GPU: Desktop GPUs capable of a strong 1440p/60FPS experience. GPU (Laptop): A high-TGP RTX 3060 or any RTX 40-series laptop GPU is an excellent target for 1440p. RAM: 16GB RAM is highly recommended for smooth 1440p gaming. Storage: A fast NVMe SSD is recommended for the best loading times at 1440p. | |
| — | memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-11600K or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (12GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT (8GB). laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-11800H / AMD Ryzen 7 5800H or newer. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB), RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB), or RTX 5050 Laptop. layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 40 GB NVMe SSD |
| 2160p (UHD/4K) - Ultimate (Estimated 2160p/4K ~60 FPS, Ultra Preset, Upscaling potentially needed) (Ultra Preset (Upscaling may be needed for consistent 60 FPS)) CPU: Flagship CPU for attempting 4K/60FPS Ultra. CPU (Laptop): Top-tier laptop CPUs for 4K. GPU: Flagship desktop GPU for 4K Ultra, may require some setting tweaks or upscaling. GPU (Laptop): Flagship laptop GPUs. 12GB+ VRAM essential. RAM: 32GB RAM highly recommended for 4K Ultra. Storage: NVMe SSD required. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-8700K or AMD Ryzen 7 3800X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti (11GB) / RTX 3080 (10GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT (16GB) / RX 7800 XT (16GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-10980HK / AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS or better. **Modern flagship Intel/AMD HX series (e.g., 13900HX, 7945HX).** laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile (16GB, Max TGP) / RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP). **An RTX 4090 Mobile would be better for 4K. A hypothetical next-gen flagship (RTX 50-series) would be targeted for more comfortable native 4K high framerates. (Highly Speculative)** layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 60 GB NVMe SSD | — |
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| Spec: 60 GB available space (SSD Recommended). Note: An SSD is highly recommended for faster loading times between large levels. Type: SSD | Spec: 40 GB available space (SSD Recommended) Note: The game requires 40 GB of storage space. An SSD is strongly recommended to significantly reduce loading times between planets and zones. Type: SSD |
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| Spec: Windows 7/8/10 (64-bit versions) Explanation: 64-bit Windows 7 or newer is required. Windows 10/11 64-bit recommended for best performance. | Spec: Windows 7 (SP1) / 10 / 11 (64-bit Required) Explanation: A 64-bit version of Windows 7 (SP1) is the absolute minimum, but Windows 10 or 11 is strongly recommended. |
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| Spec: DirectX 11 Explanation: DirectX 11 API is required. | Spec: Version 11 Explanation: The official requirement is DirectX 11. The game runs on Unreal Engine 4. |
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