Silver Lining Interactive and Square Glade Games have announced that Outbound, a laid-back survival adventure with a cozy aesthetic and a camper van twist, is officially heading to PlayStation 5 in early 2026. Dubbed a “cozyvival,” the game blends off-grid living with crafting, exploration, and vehicle customization, inviting players to hit the open road in a utopian near-future where freedom is the only goal.

Players begin with a humble camper van, dropped into a lush and vibrant world that encourages exploration, self-reliance, and personal creativity. From there, every element of the vehicle can be transformed and expanded. Walls, furniture, paint jobs, and power systems are all up for modification, allowing players to shape their mobile base into something deeply personal. The official reveal trailer showcases each of these elements as the player departs from their mundane office job to live a slower, simpler, and more relaxing life in the wilderness.
The game leans hard into sustainability and slow living. Solar panels, wind turbines, and even flowing water sources can be harnessed to power the van, while farming, foraging, and cooking provide the means to stay healthy on the road. The focus isn’t on fending off hostile environments but embracing them, with each biome offering secrets to uncover, resources to gather, and moments to savor.

Whether traveling alone or teaming up with up to three others in online co-op, Outbound encourages players to roam at their own pace. There are no timers or looming threats, just the open world, a reliable van, and the tools to thrive. The addition of research systems and workstation upgrades allows for deeper progression without ever disrupting the game’s relaxing tone.

While the survival genre has typically been dominated by harsh mechanics and relentless systems, Outbound offers something softer, a digital space for reflection, creativity, and calm. It’s not just about staying alive, but about living well, far from the noise and pressures of civilization.

Outbound will launch digitally for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam in early 2026. Wishlists are now live on both platforms. If you’ve ever dreamed of building your own van and heading into the unknown, this just might be your sign to answer the call of the road.