Looking for the ultimate ways to enhance your Outer Worlds 2 experience? While we might not see massive, Skyrim-esque new world mods, the modding community for The Outer Worlds 2 offers incredible tools to refine and personalize your journey. Expect ingenious gameplay tweaks that elevate the core adventure.
Many players are eager to unlock the game’s hidden console commands, a feature typically inaccessible without a little help from mods. By combining the power of player-created modifications with these console commands, you can truly shape this epic RPG to your liking, crafting a character capable of anything you envision.
Here’s a curated list of the best Outer Worlds 2 mods and console commands available:
- Optimized Tweaks
- Character Editor (Respec)
- Near Third-Person Camera
- Map Tweaks
- More Skill Points
- Free Cam
- Console Commands
Optimized Tweaks
Normally, we approach engine optimization mods with caution, as their real-world impact can often be negligible. However, VynnGfx’s Optimized Tweaks mod for Outer Worlds 2 is a significant exception. If you’ve been battling frustrating stuttering or performance dips, this mod directly addresses common Unreal Engine 5 issues that even developers struggle with.
Beyond general fixes, Optimized Tweaks also includes optional files that can dramatically scale back the game’s visuals in favor of raw performance. In some cases, this can even double your frame rate, especially noticeable on portable gaming devices like the Steam Deck, making your interstellar travels much smoother.
Character Editor (Respec)
As you might have discovered, The Outer Worlds 2 initially prevents you from re-speccing your character, aiming to make your choices feel impactful. However, this is a game, and you don’t always have to play by the rules! With nathdev’s Character Editor mod, you can defy these limitations. Not only can you adjust your skills and perks on the fly, but you can also completely customize your character’s appearance!
Fancy a new haircut? Just jump into the editor. Want to completely change your face? The power is yours, whenever you desire.
Near Third Person Camera
The default third-person camera angle in The Outer Worlds 2 can feel a bit off for some players. While native camera adjustments would be ideal, xD1712’s Near Third Person Camera mod provides a welcome solution. Despite minor quirks when using certain melee weapons, this mod significantly enhances the camera experience, making it feel much more akin to traditional third-person action games.
Map Tweaks
Caites, a well-known name in the modding community for their numerous gameplay tweaks across major releases, is back with a set of handy modifications for The Outer Worlds 2. Among them, the Map Tweaks mod stands out as a favorite. This mod ingeniously removes the ‘fog of war’ effect from your map, granting you an unobstructed view of your next destination.
If you’re seeking more convenient adjustments without disrupting the game’s core balance, be sure to explore other useful mods like Better Time Dilation, Easier Perks and Flaws, and Better Skills.
More Skill Points
For many, the most exciting part of any RPG is leveling up and unlocking new, powerful abilities. While you could painstakingly complete every quest in The Outer Worlds 2 to earn experience points, this mod offers a quicker route to character progression. Goldenchrome’s More Skill Points per Level mod does exactly what it promises: it allows you to customize the number of skill points you gain with each level-up.
This means more flexibility in building your character, enhancing your conversational prowess, and improving your interactions with the game world.
Free Cam
Unleash your inner virtual photographer with KeinZantezuken’s Free Cam and Teleport mod. This tool opens up entirely new perspectives to view the galaxy. While your character may become temporarily disembodied, it’s a small trade-off for the freedom to capture stunning screenshots from virtually any angle or location.
Console Commands
KeinZantezuken’s Console Enabler mod is your gateway to the hidden developer tools of The Outer Worlds 2. Once activated, a simple press of the tilde key will open the console, allowing you to input commands that add or remove almost anything within the game. To help you get started, we’ve compiled a list of some of the most useful commands:
- RespecSkillPoints (respec your skill points)
- RespecPerks True (respec your perks)
- TraitAddDebug BrilliantTrait (add a trait)
- TraitRemoveDebug ResilientTrait (remove a trait)
- FlawAddDebug Flaw_Sys_EasilyDistracted (add a flaw)
- FlawOfferDebug Flaw_Sys_EasilyDistracted (receive the pop-up for a flaw)
- FlawClearDebug Flaw_Sys_EasilyDistracted (remove a flaw)
- PerkPurchase Perk_Player_Bulletshield (add a perk)
- RemovePerk Perk_Player_Bulletshield (remove a perk)
- SetAptitudeDebug ExConvict (change your background)
- AddItemDebug name amount (add an item)
- AddItemDebug Collectible_ED_LockboxKey 1 (add Advanced Decryption Key)
These are currently the best Outer Worlds 2 mods and console commands available. We’ll continue to update this list as more exciting modifications are released. For further guidance on your adventure, be sure to check out our guides on Outer Worlds 2 companions for a breakdown of each party member and their unique abilities. You can also explore our Outer Worlds 2 map guide to discover all the planets waiting for you.