Outbound Exploration
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Field Guide
Satellite downloads
Exploration in Outbound unlocks new blueprints and capabilities through 111 downloadable discoveries across 38 pools. As you explore the world, you find download stations that let you choose from a pool of unlockables including tools, decorations, recipes, and upgrades.
Pickaxe IIThis pickaxe turns tough, rugged boulders into handy little rocks.Pool of 5pick 3
Pickaxe IIIAllows to build an axe that crushes tougher stones with ease.Pool of 3pick 3
Pickaxe IVThe cream of the crop (pickaxe wise that is...)Pool of 1pick 3
Player Equipment ResearcherAllows to research new technology for your personal equipment.Pool of 2pick 3
Rainwater EnergyBuild rainwater turbines that charge your vehicle. When it downpours, your battery fills up.Pool of 2pick 3
Rainwater HarvesterDownload this blueprint to catch and filter rainwater, to turn rainy days into hydration wins.Pool of 6pick 3
Rubber ProcessorAllows to refine raw rubber into durable rubber versions.Pool of 6pick 3
SawmillLogs go in, build-ready planks come out.Pool of 1pick 3Demo
SewingAllows you to sew better backpacks for your adventure.Pool of 3, pick 3Pool of 5, pick 3
Sheet PressAllows to start flattening metal into perfect metal sheets.Pool of 3pick 3
Shelf Pack IHang them up and level up your space.Pool of 12pick 3PriorityShelf Pack IIStylish storage shelves for seasoned travelers.Pool of 12pick 3
Sickle IThis sickle lets you sweep through large bushes and wheat with ease.Pool of 3, pick 3Pool of 5, pick 3Demo
Sickle IIA tool that cuts through sturdier bushes like a professional.Pool of 4pick 3
Sickle IIIAllows to build a sickle that slices through stubborn weeds.Pool of 3pick 3
Sickle IVCuts clean through any jungle trek.Pool of 3pick 3
Single Beds PackSnuggle up with comfort and style.Pool of 12pick 3
SmasherDownload this blueprint to start smashing tough rocks into precious minerals.Pool of 6pick 3
Solar EnergyAllows to build solar panels so you can power your journey with the warmth of the sun.Pool of 2pick 3
Spinning WheelSpin your way into adventure, one thread at a time.Pool of 1pick 3
Standing Lamps Pack IBrighten up your vehicle with this stylish standing lamps pack.Pool of 12pick 3
Stuffing MakerDownload this blueprint to upgrade your fluff.Pool of 7pick 3Sustainable EnergyAllows to build solar panels and wind turbines to sustainably power your journey.Pool of 1pick 3Demo
Table ClothsDress your table to create a cozy look.Pool of 11pick 3
Tea StationDelicious gentle warmth, always on tap.Pool of 5pick 3
Tiki TorchesAdd a touch of tropical flair for a festive night under the stars.Pool of 14pick 3
Vehicle ResearcherAllows to research new cutting-edge technology so you can transform your trusty ride.Pool of 1pick 3
WeaverYour essential station for weaving fine cloth.Pool of 1pick 3
Wind EnergyAllows to build wind turbines that charge your vehicle. A gust of wind means a boost of energy!Pool of 2pick 3
Wooden Counter Variety PackBuild out your space with charming wooden counter varieties.Pool of 12pick 3Priority
Wrench IIA bigger wrench, for the bigger fixes.Pool of 3pick 3
Download Pools
Satellite downloads
37 pools
Each download pool shows up to 3 of its blueprints at a time; you choose 1 and the others stay available for later downloads.
Download pool 1: 3 downloads
Axe I, Pickaxe I, Sickle I.
Download pool 2: 1 download
Pickaxe IV. Offered at 1 signal tower in Mountains.
Download pool 3: 11 downloads
Camper Van Couches, Fountain Pack I, Fountain Pack II, Flower Beds, Fireplaces, Table Cloths, Cacti, Decorative Models, Lamp Standards, Light Crates, Book Decorations.
Download pool 4: 6 downloads
Exotic plants, Gnome Decorations, Gnome Houses, Exotic Furniture, Bamboo Lamps, Bird Houses.
Download pool 5: 2 downloads
Solar Energy, Wind Energy. Offered at 2 signal towers in Starting Level.
Download pool 6: 1 download
Sawmill. Offered at 1 signal tower in Starting Level.
Download pool 7: 5 downloads
Bamboo Splitter, Mushroom Plot Counter, Crop Plot Counter, Tea Station, Beehive III. Offered at 5 signal towers in Mountains.
Download pool 8: 3 downloads
Gardening, Food Processor, Sewing.
Download pool 9: 2 downloads
Furniture Pack I, Furniture Pack II. Offered at 2 signal towers in Starting Level.
Download pool 10: 12 downloads
Shelf Pack I, Shelf Pack II, Wooden Counter Variety Pack, Metal Side Table Pack, Dinner Table Pack, Single Beds Pack, Standing Lamps Pack I, Chill Chairs Pack, Hanging Decorations I, Flower Bouquets, Painting Horizontal, Painting Vertical.
Download pool 11: 1 download
Fishing.
Download pool 12: 2 downloads
Gardening, Food Processor.
Download pool 13: 2 downloads
Efficient Wind Turbine, Rainwater Energy. Offered at 2 signal towers in Pacific Coast.
Download pool 14: 1 download
Vehicle Researcher. Offered at 1 signal tower in Starting Level.
Download pool 15: 1 download
Mortar and Pestle.
Download pool 16: 1 download
Building. Offered at 1 signal tower in Starting Level.
Download pool 17: 1 download
Spinning Wheel.
Download pool 18: 14 downloads
Clothing Cabinets, Outdoor Counter Pack, Outdoor Counter Variety Pack, Hanging Party Pack, Hanging Decorations II, Counter Extensions, Tiki Torches, Lamp Variety Pack I, Lamp Variety Pack II, Beach Pack I, Beach Pack II, Pallet Couches, Flower Planters Wood, Green plants.
Download pool 19: 3 downloads
Sheet Press, Assembler, Battery Workstation. Offered at 3 signal towers in Pacific Coast.
Download pool 20: 1 download
Sustainable Energy.
Download pool 21: 3 downloads
Pickaxe III, Wrench II, Sickle III. Offered at 3 signal towers in Canyons.
Download pool 22: 1 download
Fishing III.
Download pool 23: 1 download
Photo Camera.
Download pool 24: 4 downloads
Axe III, Paint Brush, Sickle II, Flashlight I. Offered at 4 signal towers in Pacific Coast.
Download pool 25: 7 downloads
Bread Press, Glass Smelter, Efficient Mushroom Plot, Efficient Crop Plot, Cake Oven, Beehive II, Stuffing Maker. Offered at 7 signal towers in Canyons.
Download pool 26: 5 downloads
Axe I, Axe II, Pickaxe I, Pickaxe II, Sickle I. Offered at 5 signal towers in Starting Level.
Download pool 27: 1 download
Fishing II.
Download pool 28: 3 downloads
Axe IV, Sickle IV, Flashlight II. Offered at 3 signal towers in Mountains.
Download pool 29: 3 downloads
Bolt Press, Nailer, Metal Smelter. Offered at 3 signal towers in Starting Level.
Download pool 30: 1 download
Basic Tools. Offered at 1 signal tower in Starting Level.
Download pool 31: 5 downloads
Gardening, Food Processor, Sewing, Bio Burner, Baking Oven. Offered at 4 signal towers in Starting Level.
Download pool 32: 1 download
Weaver. Offered at 1 signal tower in Canyons.
Download pool 33: 1 download
Coffee Making.
Download pool 34: 2 downloads
Companion Training, Player Equipment Researcher. Offered at 2 signal towers in Pacific Coast.
Download pool 35: 2 downloads
Efficient Solar Panel, Efficient Rainwater Energy. Offered at 2 signal towers in Canyons.
Download pool 36: 6 downloads
Mushroom Plot, Cooking Pot, Rainwater Harvester, Rubber Processor, Smasher, Beehive I. Offered at 6 signal towers in Pacific Coast.
Download pool 37: 4 downloads
Furniture Pack I, Hanging Decorations I, Green plants, Pallet Couches.
How Does Exploration Work in Outbound?
Field notes
2 questions
How do you unlock Satellite Downloads in Outbound?
Satellite Downloads are blueprints you download at signal towers and download terminals. Each download costs 1 Download Coupon (Download Voucher). Download Coupon is made at the Recycler from 2x Litter in 15 seconds. A tower shows up to 3 blueprints from a download pool and you choose 1; blueprints you do not choose become available for download later.
Where are the signal towers in Outbound?
There are 66 download points (signal towers and terminals): 24 in Starting Level, 19 in Pacific Coast, 13 in Canyons and 10 in Mountains. Each region has one ordered list of download pools; the signal towers carry no pool of their own, while some terminals carry a fixed blueprint (see below).
Which Satellite Downloads are offered in Starting Level?
The list of Starting Level has 20 entries. Its pools in the order they first come up, with how many times each appears in the list: 1x: Basic Tools; 5x: Axe I, Axe II, Pickaxe I, Pickaxe II, Sickle I; 4x: Gardening, Food Processor, Sewing, Bio Burner, Baking Oven; 1x: Sawmill; 2x: Furniture Pack I, Furniture Pack II; 1x: Building; 3x: Bolt Press, Nailer, Metal Smelter; 1x: Vehicle Researcher; 2x: Solar Energy, Wind Energy.
Which Satellite Downloads are offered in Pacific Coast?
The list of Pacific Coast has 17 entries. Its pools in the order they first come up, with how many times each appears in the list: 6x: Mushroom Plot, Cooking Pot, Rainwater Harvester, Rubber Processor, Smasher, Beehive I; 2x: Companion Training, Player Equipment Researcher; 3x: Sheet Press, Assembler, Battery Workstation; 4x: Axe III, Paint Brush, Sickle II, Flashlight I; 2x: Efficient Wind Turbine, Rainwater Energy.
Which Satellite Downloads are offered in Canyons?
The list of Canyons has 13 entries. Its pools in the order they first come up, with how many times each appears in the list: 7x: Bread Press, Glass Smelter, Efficient Mushroom Plot, Efficient Crop Plot, Cake Oven, Beehive II, Stuffing Maker; 3x: Pickaxe III, Wrench II, Sickle III; 2x: Efficient Solar Panel, Efficient Rainwater Energy; 1x: Weaver.
Which Satellite Downloads are offered in Mountains?
The list of Mountains has 9 entries. Its pools in the order they first come up, with how many times each appears in the list: 5x: Bamboo Splitter, Mushroom Plot Counter, Crop Plot Counter, Tea Station, Beehive III; 3x: Axe IV, Sickle IV, Flashlight II; 1x: Pickaxe IV.
Which terminals offer a fixed blueprint?
These terminals always offer one set blueprint instead of a pool from the list. Starting Level: the fishing shed at the pier (Fishing), the windmill (Mortar and Pestle), the farm barn (Spinning Wheel) and one more terminal (Photo Camera). Pacific Coast: the fishing shed (Fishing II) and the Coffee Farm (Coffee Making). Mountains: the fishing cabin (Fishing III).
Which download terminals are locked?
Ten terminals stay locked until you find three key items in the surrounding area (a floppy disk, a USB stick and a password). Starting Level: windmill, tree house, farm barn and fire lookout. Pacific Coast: house boat village, Coffee Farm and Lighthouse. Canyons: kayak club, Red Ridge Airstrip and Research Center. Some towers also need a repair first: the Weather Station terminal (Pacific Coast) and the tower at the broken cabin (Canyons) have no power until the Weather Station power is restored or the cabin generator is fixed; the Lighthouse terminal has no signal until the lighthouse light is repaired and turning, and the Red Ridge Airstrip tower has no signal until the airstrip signal tower is repaired.
Do some Satellite Downloads need an earlier download?
Yes. These blueprints only become available after the download in brackets: Axe II (Axe I), Axe III (Axe II), Axe IV (Axe III), Pickaxe II (Pickaxe I), Pickaxe III (Pickaxe II), Pickaxe IV (Pickaxe III), Sickle II (Sickle I), Sickle III (Sickle II), Sickle IV (Sickle III), Flashlight II (Flashlight I), Wrench II (Basic Tools), Beehive II (Beehive I), Beehive III (Beehive II), Assembler (Sheet Press), Battery Workstation (Assembler), Mushroom Plot (Gardening), Efficient Rainwater Energy (Rainwater Energy), Shelf Pack II (Shelf Pack I), Outdoor Counter Variety Pack (Outdoor Counter Pack). Painting Horizontal and Painting Vertical need the matching painting collected first.
What else do the regions offer besides the list?
Each region also has a pool of furniture and decoration packs: 12 packs in Starting Level, 14 in Pacific Coast, 11 in Canyons and 6 in Mountains (see Download Pools below). Radio signals also appear on the map from time to time; following one leads to a blueprint download at the signal.