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Overview
Outbound supports Steam Achievements, as confirmed on the Steam store page. The full achievement list has not been published prior to the game's April 23, 2026 launch. This guide covers what is known from the demo, beta builds, and official sources. It will be updated with a complete achievement list after release.
Known Achievement Categories
Based on the demo and beta, several types of accomplishments are likely to form the basis of the achievement list.
Inventory and Storage
The "Packrat" achievement (referenced in demo data) requires loading enough items into the van to fill 150 inventory grid slots. This suggests achievements tied to collecting and storing large quantities of resources.
Collectibles
Three collectible types are tracked on the map:
Cairns: Stone stack monuments hidden across all biomes
Gnomes: Small figurines placed in hard-to-reach or hidden locations
Bobbleheads: Animal figurines obtained from vending machines using bottle caps, displayed on the van's dashboard
Exploration
Discovering all landmarks within a biome, visiting all four biomes, and finding specific hidden locations are expected achievement triggers.
Crafting and Building
Unlocking blueprints from signal towers, reaching certain technology tree milestones, and building specific van configurations are anticipated categories.
Tips for Completionists
Explore every corner of each biome; cairns and gnomes are placed in out-of-the-way spots.
Collect bottle caps regularly and check vending machines for new bobbleheads.
Download blueprints from every signal tower you find; their offerings can vary between players.
Use the map filters to track which collectible categories you have already found in each region.
This article will be expanded with a full checklist after the game launches on April 23, 2026.