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Switch between light and dark to cross a perilous 2D world, solve color-based challenges, and battle forces of chaos.
Released 29 Sep 2014
Match Colors to Survive
Navigate Color-Coded Hazards
Explore Interconnected Routes
Outland is a fast-paced, dynamic platformer where the player uses powers of light and dark in an epic journey to save the world from forces of chaos.
Developed by Housemarque · Published by Housemarque









In this 2D action-platformer, you play a lone figure caught between Balance and Chaos, journeying through a world threatened by destruction.
Switch between light and dark to interact with enemies, platforms, and incoming projectiles. Matching your state to threats and hazards is central to crossing dangerous areas and solving puzzles.
Explore connected stages, fight enemies and bosses, and collect power-ups that expand your options. The game also includes co-op play.
Players who enjoy Outland often point to its light-and-dark switching as a distinctive twist on platforming, combat, and puzzles, alongside its colorful presentation and soundtrack. Some also praise the platforming and boss fights, and a few mention enjoying co-op. Reactions are mixed: other reviewers criticize the story, find combat or platforming frustrating, or say the levels and controls fall short.
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux |
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| Achievements | 12 |
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| Controller support | Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
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| Metacritic | 79/100 View on Metacritic |
| Website | Official website |