The Outer Worlds 2
The Outer Worlds 2

Combat Achievements — The Outer Worlds 2 Guide

Earn Combat Achievements in The Outer Worlds 2 by mastering weapon kills, companion abilities, and tactical combat maneuvers like Tactical Time Dilation.

Combat achievements in The Outer Worlds 2 celebrate your mastery of the game's diverse combat systems. From specific weapon kills to executing complex maneuvers, these accolades reward players for their dedication to honing their fighting skills and exploring the full potential of their character builds.

Weapon-Specific Achievements

Many achievements are tied to using specific weapon types or achieving a certain number of kills with them:

  • Pistol Power: Achieve X number of kills with any pistol.
  • Shotgun Specialist: Eliminate X enemies with a shotgun blast at close range.
  • Melee Master: Defeat X enemies using only melee weapons.
  • Heavy Ordinance: Secure X kills with heavy weapons like rocket launchers or flamethrowers.

Skill and Ability Achievements

These achievements focus on the effective use of your character's skills and companion abilities:

  • Headshot Hero: Land X headshots with any ranged weapon.
  • Critical Mass: Achieve X critical hits in a single combat encounter.
  • Companion's Fury: Trigger a companion's ultimate ability X times.
  • Tactical Genius: Successfully use the Tactical Time Dilation X times.

Combat Style Achievements

Achievements that reward specific combat approaches or playstyles:

  • Pacifist Run (Partial): Complete a mission without killing any enemies (may require specific dialogue or stealth options).
  • Stealthy Elimination: Perform X stealth takedowns.
  • Environmental Hazard: Kill X enemies using environmental traps or explosives.
  • Untouchable: Complete a combat encounter without taking any damage.

Boss and Enemy-Specific Achievements

Some achievements are tied to defeating specific bosses or challenging enemy types in a particular way:

  • Marauder Slayer: Defeat The Marauder Leader.
  • Mutant Menace: Eliminate X number of mutated creatures.
  • Corporate Cleanse: Defeat X number of corporate security forces.

Tips for Earning Achievements

  • Experimentation: Don't be afraid to try different weapons and playstyles.
  • Replayability: Some achievements may require replaying missions or exploring different dialogue options.
  • Difficulty Settings: Certain achievements might be easier to obtain on lower difficulties, while others may require higher challenges.
  • Companion Synergy: Coordinate with your companions to trigger their abilities and create powerful combos.