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Serious Sim, Crunching Koalas · Published by Crunching Koalas · Official site ↗
Content notice: The story of Heading Out addresses racism, mental health (anxiety, depression), inequality, and other social issues. There is no graphic nudity, sex scenes, or violence in the game, but the adult characters sometimes talk about intimacy, relationship violence, and - very rarely - sexual violence. These conversations are not graphic. One of the game's villains uses hate speech against minorities. Most adult characters use vulgar language. The game is recommended for mature audiences.
Mostly Positive — 76% positive (716 reviews) · Metacritic 76 · 55 achievements
Last updated 27 Sept 2026
Flee your fear and carve your story. Blaze a trail across mythic American highways, where choices twist your tale and danger’s always in the rearview mirror. With roguelike routes, limited resources, and breakneck chases, this isn’t just a drive—it’s your legend in the making.
£16.49
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Action, Adventure, Indie, Strategy, Racing · 2024 · More £15 - £30 games
Heading Out invites you to carve your legend on American mythic roads, making choices that twist your tale. With roguelike routes and intense racing, every drive is a new adventure in this action-packed, strategy-rich game from Serious Sim and Crunching Koalas.
About this game
It's not about the destination—it's about the journey.
Heading Out is a genre-bending road trip adventure that fuses high-speed racing with immersive storytelling. Inspired by cult classic American road movies, this narrative-driven experience invites you to outrun your fears and carve your legend across the open highways of a mythic, timeless America.
Drive to Survive
Assume the role of the enigmatic "Interstate Jackalope", an outlaw on a cross-country quest to confront the world's greatest driver. Each decision you make shapes your story, influencing encounters, challenges, and the ever-present red mist of fear that trails your path.
Strategic Choices, Unpredictable Roads
Navigate a dynamic map where every route presents new dilemmas. Manage resources like fuel, car condition, and focus while deciding whether to help strangers, engage in street races, or evade the law. Your choices impact your reputation, wanted level, and the unfolding narrative.
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Stylized Homage
Experience a striking black-and-white comic book aesthetic, punctuated by vivid splashes of color that highlight key elements. Complementing the visuals is an eclectic Americana soundtrack, featuring jazz and rock tracks that underscore the game's emotional beats.
Key Features
Narrative-Driven Racing: A compelling story that evolves based on your decisions, offering multiple endings and diverse character interactions.
Resource Management: Balance your needs carefully—neglecting your car's condition or running low on fuel can have dire consequences.
Dynamic Encounters: Meet a cast of colorful characters, each with their own stories and moral dilemmas that challenge your choices.
Unique Visual Style: A minimalist, comic-inspired art direction that enhances the game's thematic depth.
Embark on a journey where every mile tells a story, and every choice drives you closer to your destiny. Will you escape your fears, or will they catch up to you on the open road?
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit
- Processor: Intel Core i3-10320 or AMD Ryzen 3 3100
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 1060 or Radeon RX 560
- Storage: 30 GB available space
Recommended
- OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit
- Processor: Intel i5-12600K or AMD Ryzen 7 5700X
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce RTX 2070 Super or Radeon 5700 XT
- Storage: 30 GB available space
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Minor Hotfix
We've implemented a few fixes, mainly to the UI (word spacing, font touchups). Unity has also been updated. Nothing much to see here. Carry on.Read full article on Community Announcements (CrunchingWnuk)AnnouncementsOfficial
🚗💨 60% Off and Full Throttle!
You’ve got the car. You’ve got the playlist. You’ve got the ghosts whispering through the static. In Heading Out, the journey is more than asphalt and headlights - it’s about who you become when you’re finally behind the wheel. Speed through the lonely highways of America, face your fears, talk to strangers, and leave your past behind - or catch up to it. For a limited time, Heading Out is 60% off in the Steam Daily Deal. It’s time to turn up the radio, roll down the windows, and see what kind of legend you’ll become before sunrise. The road’s calling — are you ready to answer?Read full article on Community Announcements (CrunchingWnuk)AnnouncementsOfficial
Heading Out is Steam Deck verified!
🏁 Heading Out is Now Steam Deck Verified!Great news, Jackalopes - Heading Out is officially Steam Deck Verified!That means your road trip doesn’t have to stop when you step away from your rig. Whether you’re stretched out on the couch, cruising on a train, or watching the sunset from a rest stop - your journey can keep rolling, anywhere you go.This update also brings several improvements and fixes, including:Better UI scaling for a smoother experience across all screen sizesTweaks and visual adjustments to keep the story sharp and stylish on Steam DeckGeneral performance and stability fixes for an even more polished rideEvery mile, every choice, every late-night radio whisper — it’s all running better than ever, wherever you play. See you out there.Read full article on Community Announcements (CrunchingWnuk)AnnouncementsOfficial
🚗 Two Roads, One Bundle 🚙
Big news, drivers! We’ve teamed up with our friends at Garage Monkeys to bring you a brand-new bundle: Heading Out + Car Dealer Simulator. With Heading Out recently hitting the road on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, now’s the perfect time to experience it on Steam—alongside one of the most addictive tycoon experiences out there. Car Dealer Simulator puts you behind the scenes of the used car market: sniffing out bargains, customizing rides, and making deals that turn your garage into an empire. It’s a game that keeps you coming back for “just one more sale.” They're adding new content and patches weekly, and they're just about to add yet another, new car to the already-impressive roster, so it's the perfect time to hop into it and start your empire! Check out the newest devlog on the game page! Pair that with the stylish road trip adventure of Heading Out, and you’ve got the ultimate package for car lovers, storytellers, and dreamers alike.👉 Check out the bundle and hit the road today!Read full article on Community Announcements (CrunchingWnuk)AnnouncementsOfficial
Heading Out Hits the Road on Consoles!
🚦 Heading Out is now on Consoles! 🚦The wait is over, drivers. We’re beyond excited to announce that Heading Out is now available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S!Whether you’re chasing freedom on the open road, testing your nerve against the law, or simply getting lost in the radio static, you can now experience the thrill of Heading Out from the comfort of your couch.Here's a brand-new trailer to set the mood:This milestone wouldn’t be possible without your support, and we can’t wait to welcome even more players to our journey across America.👉 If you’ve got friends on console, now’s the time to let them know they can hit the road too.Get it on PlayStation 5: https://store.playstation.com/concept/10015378/Get it on Xbox Series X|S: xbox.com/games/store/heading-out/9N6QX85ZTQZL/0010See you out there, Jackalopes. 🛣️✨Read full article on Community Announcements (CrunchingWnuk)
