Avowed: Release date, platforms, trailers, and gameplay details
Obsidian Entertainment Obsidian Entertainment’s next first-person RPG looks set to rival Skyrim. Here’s everything we know about Avowed, including its confirmed release window.
Microsoft has been acquiring studios for a few years, and Obsidian Entertainment might be one of the most exciting. The legendary RPG studio has worked on everything from South Park: The Stick of Truth, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II, and its own Pillars of Eternity franchise.
Perhaps best known for Fallout: New Vegas and The Outer Worlds, though, the team is once again returning to first-person RPGs with Avowed. Originally unveiled in July of 2020, here’s everything we know about Avowed so far.
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Does Avowed have a set release date?
Avowed has a current release window of Fall 2024.
Avowed platforms
Microsoft’s official site for the game says that Avowed will come to Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X consoles, as well as Windows 10|11 PCs via Steam.
If you’re on PS4 or PS5, though, bad luck – the game is an Xbox exclusive.
Avowed trailer
Check out the pre-rendered announcement trailer below:
Xbox Developer Direct trailer
Avowed Extended Gameplay Breakdown with Obsidian
Avowed gameplay details
Avowed is set in the same universe as the Pillars of Eternity franchise. In Avowed, players assume the role of an envoy of the Aedyr Empire who must investigate a mysterious plague. Much like the studio’s previous work, players can expect an enthralling and colorful first-person, RPG experience.
In Avowed, players will wield magic and weapons such as guns and shields to defeat their foes. Each weapon has a unique feel to it, furthering the immersion of the game. There will also be a loadout system in place, letting players create custom loadouts for any situation.
Much like Obsidian’s previous works, expect a robust dialogue system, with a world full of consequences depending on the paths players take. Players can also recruit companions to their parties.
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