Ahead of its release on 1st April 2021, the expansive Outriders demo is now available to download on both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. The pre-release test weighs in at roughly 22GB on both consoles and grants you access to the full game's prologue and opening chapter, with more side content to complete once you've blasted through those initial levels. But the best thing is that all of the progress you make will then carry over into the final version once you have bought it — level progression, character builds, levels, inventory and all.
With all four classes unlocked for you to play as within the demo, you'll be able to reach a level cap of seven and sample the sort of abilities and skills each one is equipped with. There's the Devastator, Pyromancer, Technomancer, and the Trickster — six character slots mean you'll be able to give them all a go. Finally, if you've got friends on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, or PC who want to team up with you, cross-play will make sure that happens in the demo. There's no expiry date attached to it either, so you can try Outriders whenever you like.
For more information, check out our Outriders demo guide. Will you be trying this brand new looter shooter from Square Enix out? Let us know in the comments below.
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Downloading now...
On it!... Really need a new online Co-op game. Hope this is good.
....or I guess not. I see it on the store, but it's not letting me download...wtf?
how to download on ps5 there is no demo section and trying to add to library from the Web just gives an error
Read some small print, it says you have to have Sony Online and pay a one time fee to Sony. Oh well, would have tried it. I'm not buying Plus until I get a PS5. Someone let me know if it's good.
@LordSteev NOTE: The OUTRIDERS Demo requires a free Square Enix Members account - allowing transfer of your progress, including your customized Outrider character, to the full game.Square Enix Members will also receive a free ‘Slick and Smooth’ in-game emote! The OUTRIDERS Demo also requires persistent online access.
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@Sur_GalaHad
Umm, what's false?
hmm on my PS5 I never saw no such option to get he demo or anything mentioned here.
I'll try again later today and see.
hmm if i have no PS Plus no can play?
@LordSteev Yup I read this to... guess I'm out.
@rumple1980 That kind of sucks. I was looking forward to this. I just can't see the sense of getting Plus now, when I'm going to buy a PS5 as soon as I can get my mitts on one. I'm not sure how it would transfer over, so I just want to do it on the new console. Oh well, the screenshots looked pretty. Guess I'll play them.
The PS App says it's PS5 only. Lame.
Can't even find it on the web. More lame.
Why did Sony ***** their storefront so hard? It's awful.
@LordSteev I guess if you get PS Plus it's tied to either PS4 or 5? Doesn't go either way? That's kinda dumb no?
Hi everyone, just joined for this. I'm on the PS5 and haven't been able to find this yet - just wanted to let you know you're not alone. I have yet to see anyone confirm they were able to find it on the PS5.
2 big thumbs down for the PS store changes. Really wish we could open it still and it wasn't tied to the home screen like it is.
EDIT: I found it! Go over to the (...) button displayed next to Wishlist and the demo is in the drop-down. Unfortunately I keep getting errors when I try to download it.
@rumple1980
Truth is, I don't know. Just seemed safer to wait until I got a 5 than to get it now and maybe have to deal with Sony 'customer support' to get it to transfer. I don't really know how it would work, or if you even have to do anything.
@LordSteev It's tied to your PS account. Set up your PS5 and log into your account, Quick and easy!
@LordSteev. Im downloading mine now on ps4 its on now.word up son
@LordSteev You don't have to do anything. I've carried the same account over from 3 to 4 to 5. All you do is sign in on the new console and you're done.
@rumple1980. Its live now.im downloading it now.so download it now playa.word up son
@playstation1995 ok will check again thanks yo!
@dkberg its live on my ps4 pro.im downloading it now.word up son
@MightyDemon82
Sorry to bother you, but could you give me some clarification? Right now, I don't have a 5 or plus. Can I just buy a years worth of plus on my 4, and then when I get a 5 simply change over?
And, bear with me, if I get a plus memebership, then do I have to make a password for it? And then just use that when I log in with a new ps5? Is that what you mean?
Thanks in advance, and sorry for being so stupid.
Sure, I'll try this on my ps5
yup downloading on PS5 ... hope it's good
@Deadhunter
Thanks for that! I was typing my above reply, and didn't see this. Ok, your now talking to the newest future Plus member!
@playstation1995
Well, even after finding it on the PS5 it's having errors when I click download. I'll try it on my Pro or Series X I guess.
@playstation1995
I'm buying plus right now, just so I can try this!
@LordSteev Nice.... should come just in time for March's FFVII remake free download .. or so I speculate
This isnt very good at all.. Its very Anthem meets Mass Effect, plus the servers are absolute garbage, keep getting disconnected or cant log in
@dkberg thats odd mine worked fine... if you go to the game page, click the "..." button and select demo it doesn't work for you?
@PaperAlien yikes... I haven't tried this yet.... will attempt login after work.
@LordSteev As long as you keep the account you have on PS4 your all good.
No question is stupid especially when it revolves around parting with cash, Maybe see you online in the future for a game 😀.
who's hyped for state of play in a few hours I know I am
@rumple1980
Yep, I swear, I'm trying on my PS5 not PS4 though. Error in the top right: WS-116483-3
Text below: "Something went wrong."
I'm downloading it on my series X right now though, worked first try. Maybe too many people trying at once?
@rumple1980
Ok, just spent $60 for a free demo, lol!!
Always wanted the enhanced version of Control, too, so it was nice to add that to my library. Demo's downloading now!
@LordSteev - ps+ is not tied to device, but to your account. i've used it from PS3 to 4 to 4pro to 5. my PS4 and PS5 are both connected to the same TV. in theory you could use both at the same time to play multiplayer with yourself..
@MightyDemon82
Thank you again for the help! What games do you like online? Be glad to join you sometime if it's something I've got.
@leucocyte Hah! Might have to try that when I get a 5! Just bought a year of plus, and was happy to see I could still dl Control, so added that to the library for later, and downloading Outrider demo as I type. Sure is slow, must be a lot of people downloading at the same time.
@dkberg @dkberg. What thats crazy.try it on ps4 im downloading mine now.word up son
@dkberg well that sucks... hope it works for you on xBox.
Been trying to get in for almost an hour. I did get to create my character but keep getting server issues, hope I can try it soon!
@LordSteev If you haven't played Control yet man your in for a treat! That's worth the $60 no question. That game was amazing and went under the radar when it was released. A total gem!
@rumple1980 Yep, played it day one when it was released, loved it but it had a few stuttering problems. Liked it enough that I'm going to download the enhanced version and do it all again!
Oh, and I'm also looking forward to the State of Play! Unless I get totally lost in Outriders and forget about it.
EDIT: Download is so slow, for some reason....might not even be finished in time for State of Play.
@LordSteev No problem, I'm mostly a single player gamer. But I do dip in and out of Rocket League, will have to try out more multiplayer games in the future!
@MightyDemon82
Let's keep an eye out for each other, then.
I used to multiplay all the time on PC, but that was 20 years ago. Mostly just single player now for me, too, but with plus now, who knows?
@LordSteev apparently if you use the app or go on the website you can claim the PS5 versions of games and the PS5 games like destruction all-stars. They'll be linked to your ps plus account and then when you do get a PS5 you'll be able to play them.
@Serialsid That's great news! Plus seems like a great deal. For just $5 a month, and it seems like they've been giving away some pretty cool games. Glad I finally signed up.
@rumple1980 ooh, thanks for the reminder. Going to have to stay up. There's a few perks to being a night shifter...
Well, demo's only about 2/3 downloaded now.
@LordSteev yeah the last few months have been very good. I reckon they might have some nice surprises for the March psplus games on tonight's state of play.
currently downloading ok for me on PS5 - went to the outriders page, selected the ... and then demo - goes to separate page for demo where you can download it. probably won't get to try it til tomorrow night though.
@Serialsid They HAVE been good, to the point I was jealous. Control is AAA all the way, and last month, I forget what game it was, but it was something I wanted to try for sure and I couldn't believe they were giving it away free, too. Not Destruction All-Stars, something else...OH! Greedfall, that was it. Wanted to try it, didn't want to pay for it.
@leucocyte Didn't think of that. Had to go through a couple of sub-menus on the ps store to find it, but I'm just downloading it from there. So slow....
So I have been playing and it’s kinda bad why do all the people look like ken and Barbie plastic and all?
I freaking give up. It wouldn't let me play unless I started a Square Enix account. So I did that. I've now tried 6 different times to start the demo, and it refers me to sqex.me/link. I go there, enter the code I've been given (which is a pain in the a** on a gaming controller) exit out, and try to start the game again, and we're back to square one with me being prompted to enter another code. Screw this. This game better get sky high reviews, because it won't let me try the demo.
Soooo anyone played it? Any good? I'll check it out tomorrow. I've seen some tweets about scaling up servers, apparently they underestimated their traffic.
Can already tell, this is Anthem all over, the game is super buggy - and there is far, far too much to patch before release. Pop in enemies, textures everything. Stuttering frame rate, lip sync out. Low res textures, this is a mess. For anyone saying this is a demo, don’t fall into that trap.
@QueenOfHearts38 yeah it’s terrible.
Wow. Now THIS is a way to get people to give your game a go and possibly make more sales (assuming it's a good game). A sizeable chunk, saves carry over + cross play? Although it seems obvious and should be done more often ... Whoever put this idea forward needs some praise.
In regards to the ps5 store front its actually quite slick once you get used to it..faster and more in depth than the old slow one..finding the demo was easy using the search bar...logging in was easy as i already had a square account from my ps4..the game is better than i thought it would be..yes its generic and very mass effect/destiny but it plays very,very well and it looks very nice although its not that much better looking than destiny 2 but and its a big but its a lot smoother oh and load times are very quick although i bet they will get on ps4 owners nerves..i might be tempted on this title at a lower price...
@Voltan First impressions are really bad. As a fan of the genre generally speaking I want to give this a chance but it’s tough to ignore the immediate issues. I feel like this was sold as a destiny meets the division mix with ability based skill trees and cover shooting. While this is the case in some respects it feels more like bulletstorm with upgrades. Not that bulletstorm is bad in my opinion but it does feel really dated.
I have to echo other comments regarding how generic it feels as well as performance issues. I couldn’t watch a single cutscene to its end which is out of character for me.
The core gameplay I found pretty fun once I got going but the level design detracts from any enjoyment as every engagement felt the same; transition corridor to generic arena/room with numerous cover points. Enemies rush and spam grenades to force movement - rinse repeat.
Not something I’d pay full price for but I certainly appreciate the fact they had the confidence/integrity to put such a substantial demo out.
PS App, Store, searched Outriders, Downloading 👍Try it later 😎
@Scratchy_Seal fair enough, I'll still check it out - all it costs is a bit of my Friday evening and it's not like I got somewhere to be
Downloaded and fired it up, wants me to sign up for a square account. Oh well. I'll get around to signing up for an account one day. Maybe.
@Voltan Ha true that, I mean I’ll still dip back in and try the other characters to check the abilities and get more familiar with the loot aspect but £60 is a hard sell for sure. Have fun!
Well I'm only I think half way through the demo. Went with a fire build guy... can't remember that one. Pyromancer maybe.
It's not bad, but is buggy. I do enjoy playing solo as I'm not very good at these types of games.
Will post back once I finish the demo.
Ok so as of right now I'm hooked.
I'm world tier 4 and almost lvl 5. The spells or whatever they call it you can cast as my character is awesome. Weapons are great. I really like how you can play solo. Once you get going it's not bad. I just found out how to melee lol... R3
I also just recently changed the camera (R3) speed down as it was way to fast for me so now it's much better.
Bad things so far... the cut scene camera work is all over the place. It's anything but smooth that's for sure.
The audio to lip sync is out of sync sometimes but not so hard you can't follow it.
Doing a side quest at a higher world tier and then toning down the world tier to a lower level if having trouble with a side quest boss is very cool so thumbs up there.
I'm interested to see where the story goes after the demo, but so far so good.
Best things are the spells/abilities hands down right now.
ok im sold on this.
i can play solo without a PS Plus sub. and the story is anywhere from 30 to 35 hours in length.
i played the demo all the way through and it's officially grabbed me.
I'm in on this one.
My interest in this game has been kindled after seeing demo gameplay, will be keeping my eyes out for reviews.
@KidBoruto Keep in mind they have released some patches and will be doing so on day 1 of release to up frame rates, fix the jumpy camera cut scenes and fix the annoying responsiveness to crouching behind a wall for shelter.
https://www.techradar.com/news/outriders-demo-update-will-improve-matchmaking-and-change-loot-drops
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