The Outlast Trials is finally out of early access, and players are excited to dive into this multiplayer horror experience. This is a prequel to the first two games set in the same universe. Red Barrels studio has perfected the art of scaring players, and this brand-new offering does live up to its name.
The story for the Outlast games is convoluted and vague. Much like the first title's protagonist, players usually have to become investigative journalists themselves to uncover the truth behind the horrors. This form of storytelling is present in the newest Outlast game and can be hard to follow.
This article will take a look at the story of The Outlast Trials and how it's connected to the first two games.
The Outlast Trials is a prequel to the events of the first two games. Set in 1959, players take on the role of test subjects known as Reagents and complete objectives in the form of Trials. You can team up with up to three others or, if you're daring enough, take on the game yourself.
As is the case with the Outlast titles, there is always something menacing that chases you through the game. In this game, you are hunted by the Ex-Pop, failed experimental subjects that serve as antagonists. They are incredibly violent and will seek to hunt down any that stand in their way.
These deranged maniacs that hunt you have a lot of lore tied to them. The Ex-Pop were subjects of Murkoff's experiments for the defunct Project Lathe. Fans of the original game will recognize Murkoff Corporation as the conglomerate responsible for most of the evil present in the Outlast universe.
The trials/missions take on a Portal-esque route as they require you and your team to solve puzzles in increasingly dangerous situations. These objectives also
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