diff --git a/Main.py b/Main.py
index 924def653b..a192d5dbd4 100644
--- a/Main.py
+++ b/Main.py
@@ -207,6 +207,8 @@ def main(args, seed=None, baked_server_options: dict[str, object] | None = None)
     else:
         logger.info("Progression balancing skipped.")
 
+    logger.info("Running pre-output steps.")
+
     AutoWorld.call_all(multiworld, "finalize_multiworld")
     AutoWorld.call_all(multiworld, "pre_output")