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Guide and Walkthrough (PS4) by chris-williams (18)
The Outer Worlds 2

Guide and Walkthrough (PS4) by chris-williams (18)

Learn about character creation in The Outer Worlds 2, including attributes, skills, aptitudes, perks, flaws, companions, and builds.

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Learn about character creation in The Outer Worlds 2, including attributes, skills, aptitudes, perks, flaws, companions, and builds.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Begin by allocating points to your character's Attributes (e.g., Strength, Dexterity, Intelligence).
  2. 2
    Distribute points into various Skills, such as Melee, Ranged, Tech, and Dialogue skills.
  3. 3
    Select Aptitudes that provide starting bonuses to specific skill groups.
  4. 4
    Choose Perks to gain passive abilities and combat enhancements as you level up.
  5. 5
    Consider taking on Flaws, which offer a disadvantage in exchange for an extra Perk point.
  6. 6
    Recruit Companions who offer unique skills and can assist you in combat and dialogue.
  7. 7
    Assemble a cohesive character Build by combining your attribute, skill, perk, and companion choices.
Tips
  • Experiment with different attribute and skill combinations to find a playstyle that suits you.
  • Perks can significantly alter your combat effectiveness and utility, so choose them wisely.
  • Flaws can be beneficial if you can manage the drawback, providing an extra Perk.
  • Companions add depth to the game and can be crucial in certain situations.

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