Outlast
Red Barrels
Hell is an experiment you can't survive in Outlast, a first-person survival horror game developed by veterans of some of the biggest game franchises in history. As investigative journalist Miles Upshur, explore Mount Massive Asylum and try to survive long enough to discover its terrible secret... if you dare.
Year 1
Sep 4, 2013 - Sep 4, 2014
22 changes
Outlast saw significant updates in its first year, highlighted by the Whistleblower DLC, which launched on May 6, 2014, and introduced a new narrative experience. Players also gained access to the Insane Mode, a challenging new difficulty setting that featured permadeath, adding a layer of intensity for those seeking a true test of survival.
- New Modes: Insane Mode introduced, allowing players to experience the game with one life at the hardest difficulty.
- Achievements: New achievements were added for players to unlock, enhancing replayability and challenges.
- Difficulty Levels: Two additional difficulty levels, Hard and Nightmare, were implemented to cater to varying player skill levels.
- Gameplay Changes: The struggle mini-games were revamped, removing the mouse shaking mechanic for a smoother experience.
- Quality of Life Improvements: Options to disable motion blur and hide interaction prompts were added, improving player comfort.
- Localization: Support for Japanese and Polish languages was introduced, broadening accessibility for international players.