The Standard Edition is for those who want the game and just the game. No sleeve, no bonus.
Pick up a Standard copy here for Playstation®5 and get an exclusive preorder bonus: a stunning 44-page art booklet!
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Expected Release Date: July 23rd, 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.
If, like us, you find the art of this game absolutely gorgeous, do not dally: all preorders of the game on our website will receive a 44-page art booklet featuring game illustrations!
Featuring:
Narrative-Driven Racing: A compelling story that evolves based on your decisions, offering multiple endings and diverse character interactions.
Unique Visual Style: A minimalist, comic-inspired art direction that enhances the game's thematic depth.
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.
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?
“Heading Out is one of the most inventive games I've played all year, with plenty of replayability, great ideas, and an engaging story.”
9/10
God is a Geek
“Heading Out is an intricate, compelling story that mixes modular storytelling and roguelike structure with deeply America-flavored media of the 1970s and on, particularly the “road” genre.”
8/10
Shacknews
“Dripping with style, a killer soundtrack and a ton of interesting stories along the way, it makes for one mesmerizing road trip…”
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.
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.
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.
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.
A 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.
You can also find the standard Edition on our Amazon Store
