Heading Out

A throwback to '70s car films that mixes arcade racing with visual novel drama to create a unique roguelike experience.

Heading Out is an interesting narrative driving adventure, the controls work beautifully on the Steam Deck, and although there's stutters, performance isn't bad either.

An impressive ode to the classics of the 1970s, Heading Out is a unique blend of genres with its own unique gameplay twists that make it worth checking out, whether you're a fan of high-octane driving or strategy-focused resource management. Dripping with style, a killer soundtrack and a ton of interesting stories along the way, it makes for one mesmerizing road trip, with the journey being one that Serious Sim should be proud of.

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. I’m not a car guy but I do enjoy some crusty Americana, especially the kind that challenges authority and romanticizes the sheer scale and variety of this unhinged nation. Sometimes it may get a little too cute for its own good, but for the most part Heading Out captures its intended vibe with a shocking level of skill and accuracy, an academic level of cultural understanding through a lens of media and lite...

Heading Out offers a profound journey that transcends mere entertainment, leaving players with an indelible mark on their psyche. While not without its flaws, its strengths far outweigh its weaknesses, making it a must-play for fans of narrative-dri

A beautifully designed title with an engaging narrative, Heading Out is definitely a journey worth experiencing.

Part racing game, part visual novel—Heading Out is a visual joy ride that lets you make choices that impact your experience. It offers you plenty to do but may still leave you wanting more.

There’s something so satisfying about combining genres that really shouldn’t be compatible together. Games like 2022’s stellar Neon White successfully combined a visual novel into a deck-building first-person shooter. When it works, it’s magnificent, as you get a truly one-of-a-kind experience. Or what about Hades taking a narrative-driven approach to the roguelike genre? Integrating its very story into the gameplay loop. Heading Out is the latest game to really combine genres. A gam...

Heading Out doesn't fulfil its true potential. But while its story isn't as gripping as it should be, and its driving mechanics aren't anything special, together, along with an eye-catching black and white comic book visual style, they make for an enjoyable time on the whole.

Heading Out is a decent game for those looking for primarily a driving-based game, and it delivers a fun, fast-paced adventure game where you choose how your story will play out.