In Outriders you can choose from 4 different character classes. MeinMMO provides an overview of their traits and abilities.
This is Outriders: Outriders is a third-person shooter where you hunt for loot with up to two teammates. The title is developed by People Can Fly, known for the eccentric sci-fi shooter Bulletstorm.
The story takes place in a sci-fi setting on the planet Enoch. Players fight against various threats caused by a mysterious “Anomaly.” This anomaly is also the reason for the special abilities of the four different classes that you can choose from.
Update, April 2, 2021: We have added a section on class selection to the article. Additionally, all skills are now listed in the article, including the required level stages.
You have been able to test the classes in a demo since February 25. You can find all the important details about the Outriders demo on MeinMMO: All information about the free demo of the RPG shooter. In this special, we introduce the four classes individually.
These are the classes of Outriders:
- Pyromancer
- Technomancer
- Trickster
- Devastator
This is how classes are structured: Each of these classes has its own healing mechanic, since there are no healing potions in Outriders. Here, aggressive play is rewarded with healing. Each class has its own way of staying alive.
Each class also has three subclasses or skill trees that allow you to specialize further. However, you are not limited to one subclass and can combine them as well.
How do skills work? Each class has up to 8 skills (you start with one ability) that favor a specific playstyle. You can use up to 3 skills simultaneously and swap them out at any time—even in combat. You unlock abilities by leveling up your class.
Up to the level cap at level 30, you will receive a total of 20 skill points, which can be used to unlock abilities and talents.
In the game, you can reset your points for free at any time and try out new options. MeinMMO introduces the 4 classes in detail below.
Class Selection and Solo Class
Which class should I choose? This mainly depends on your playstyle. The classes are quite versatile and support various play styles. In simplified terms, you can categorize the classes as follows:
- Pyromancer: Medium range, mage, uses fire, good against masses of enemies
- Assassin: Close range, hit and run, manipulates space and time
- Devastator: Close range, tank, controls gravity
- Technomancer: All-rounder, ranged combat and support, uses gadgets like ice and poison turrets, rocket launchers, or a Gatling gun
You can use this as a rough orientation.
Can you switch classes? No. However, you can create a total of six characters, which is plenty to try out all classes. However, you must complete the main story with each class.
Which class is particularly suitable for solo players? With the right skills, you can play all classes solo. Initially, however, it makes sense to choose the Devastator or Assassin. These are geared towards melee combat and deal high damage at the same time.
Which class is suitable for co-op? All classes are designed for teamwork. However, it can be said that the Technomancer and Pyromancer have some targeted support abilities. The Technomancer, for example, is the only class in Outriders that can heal, while the Pyromancer can set entire groups on fire.
As already mentioned: There is no one-size-fits-all recipe in Outriders. With the right skills, weapons, and perks, you can succeed with any class. Now let’s move on to the individual classes and their abilities.
Pyromancer (English: Pyromancer)
This is how the Pyromancer fights: You should choose this character if you prefer to fight at medium distances and control the battlefield. He has several fire skills that deal area damage. This allows you to burn multiple enemies at once and keep them under control.
The Pyromancer relies on three core attributes: explosions, immobility, and burning. Furthermore, the fire mage can heal himself by marking enemies with his skills and taking them down.
These are the skills of the Pyromancer:
- Thermal Bomb (Level 1): Sets your enemies on fire and makes them immobile. If an enemy dies under the influence of the Thermal Bomb, they explode and deal area damage.
- Heatwave (Level 1): Shoots a wave of fire forward that burns enemies in its path and deals massive damage.
- Feed The Flames (Level 3): Pulls your enemy towards you, burns them, and siphons their health to heal yourself. It also interrupts the enemy’s action.
- Overheat (Level 6): Works similarly to Heatwave but is more about marking enemies and burning as many foes as possible. It is more of a support skill.
- Volcanic Rounds (Level 9): Fills your magazine with fire ammunition that burns enemies. Bullets also penetrate foes, allowing you to set multiple enemies on fire.
- Ash Blast (Level 13): This area attack puts multiple enemies within a certain radius in the “Ash” status and makes them immobile.
- F.A.S.E.R.-Beam (Level 17): Fires a powerful beam that deals +125% of your anomaly damage and hits multiple enemies at once. Enemies are also burned and interrupted in their attacks.
- Eruption (Level 22): Creates a powerful volcanic explosion at a target that also harms enemies in a small radius.
These skills can be combined into powerful power combos, allowing you to develop strategies. For example, you can first burn enemies that get too close with Heatwave, and then further pin them down with Ash Blast.
These are the subclasses and skill tree of the Pyromancer:
- Ashbreaker: Mainly benefits from damage bonuses against marked enemies. Targets all-rounders.
- Firestorm: Focuses on damage from skills. If you want to maximize your fire damage, this is your subclass.
- Firestarter: This subclass focuses on survival skills and is more of a tank path. Your healing abilities are enhanced, and you can even be revived through a unique talent.
You can watch gameplay of the Pyromancer in Axiom’s video and get an impression:
The developers also presented an endgame build: The Pyromancer is the crazy fire mage of Outriders – Here’s how he plays in the endgame
On the next page follows the Trickster.
