Heading Out: A Journey Fueled by Moral Choices and Americana - Review. On Steam Today, 7 May

07/05/2024

Heading Out is not just about the destination—it's about the journey itself. Inspired by the cult classic road movies of the 1970s, this immersive driving game sends players down American highways on a thrilling, emotional journey. In striking black and white, you'll navigate the treacherous road ahead while dealing with the consequences of your choices and the chatter of radio hosts broadcasting your vigilante escapades.


Release Date: 7 May, 2024

Availability: Steam

Developer: Serious Sim

Publisher: Saber Interactive

About the Game: In Heading Out, you'll start each playthrough by answering questions about your vigilante driver, setting the stage for a unique run. Your answers determine your character's motivation, influence the radio commentary you hear, and shape the challenges and choices you'll face.



Key Features:

  • Your Adventure - What's Your Motivation? The dreams, fears, ambitions, and moral choices of your driver pave the road ahead, creating a unique combination of races, chases, hazards, and colorful characters with each playthrough.
  • Your Path - Will You, or Won't You? Each strategic decision impacts who you meet, what the radio hosts say about you, and your fuel consumption, car condition, and wanted level.
  • Your Legend - When and Where Does It End? An eclectic Americana soundtrack backs each road trip as you expand your legend across the unpredictable western frontier.

Gameplay Insights: I've had a blast playing Heading Out for over 10 hours and counting, yet it still feels like I've just scratched the surface. Each completed mission / playthrough rewards you, continually fueling the excitement.
 You can check out my gameplay video to see just how impressive the graphics are and how well the storytelling and gameplay mechanics are crafted to deliver hours of enjoyment. I have many hours of gameplay footage, but here's what's already uploaded as I write this: Youtube Link

The police chases, traffic jams and the wide variety of obstacles on the road are incredibly satisfying and rewarding. All the while, the slow-moving road behind you is a constant reminder that it's game over if you're not careful. I learned this the hard way during my last effort—caught up in the action and story, I made a few wrong choices and turns, and that was it: game over.

But I'll be back on the road soon because, with its soundtrack, and sound effects,  Heading Out gets a 9/10 from me. While it can become somewhat repetitive if you choose to play that way, the game is fun, exciting, and filled with action, car racing, chasing, and a story with a touch of drama that can't hurt anyone. The story blends perfectly into all of this.

Graphics: The graphics are amazing—they look simple at first, but once you're immersed in the game, you'll realize they couldn't be better. The black-and-white aesthetic fits perfectly with the '70s road movie vibe, and the unique visual style makes Heading Out stand out.

Image courtesy Serious SimSaber Interactive


Soundtrack: Listen to the Heading Out Soundtrack EP on major streaming platforms now! It features six original tracks from the upcoming narrative-adventure driving game.

The complete 19-song OST will be available as part of Heading Out's Deluxe Edition, launching May 7 on Steam.

Listen here: bit.ly/49UYNkm

Final Verdict:

Heading Out

is a thrilling, satisfying road trip that combines rogue-like gameplay, moral choices, and strategic resource management.

Fix Gaming Channel gives it a solid 9/10

If you're ready for a wild ride through the American West, this game is a must-play.


My Gameplay:


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Have a blast!

By Ronny Fiksdahl


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