Avowed Game: Why Everyone’s Talking About It (and What’s New)
Alright, let’s be real—if you’re into RPGs and haven’t heard about Avowed yet, where’ve you been?
This new fantasy role-playing game from Obsidian (yeah, the same folks who gave us The Outer Worlds) is kind of a big deal. Set in the same universe as Pillars of Eternity, but this time in full 3D, first-person mode, Avowed throws you deep into a rich, magical world called Eora. And trust me, it’s not just another “swing your sword and save the kingdom” kinda game.
What makes Avowed stand out?
Let’s start with combat. It’s not just slash and block anymore. You can dual-wield spells and swords, switch to ranged weapons on the fly, and even freeze enemies mid-air with some freaky ice magic. And it actually feels smooth—not clunky like some older RPGs.
And the way choices affect the story? Insane. Like, you could piss off a faction just by how you talk to someone—or build trust that leads to a whole different quest path. Your actions actually matter. Not just fake decisions.
The latest version (yep, the 2025 update everyone’s hyped about) added some sweet upgrades. There’s deeper faction alignment now, a full moral system where your decisions change how the world reacts to you, and yeah, weapon enchantments finally make a comeback. Also, shoutout to whoever worked on the new companion AI—those characters actually help now, instead of standing around doing nothing mid-fight.
Is it perfect? Nah. Still a few bugs floating around, but nothing game-breaking. Plus, Obsidian’s pretty good about pushing out quick patches.
Why play it?
Honestly? It’s just fun. Whether you’re into exploring massive, eerie ruins, crafting gear with rare ingredients, or just chilling in the city listening to NPC drama, Avowed’s got you. It mixes classic RPG vibes with modern gameplay in a way that doesn’t feel forced.
And if you’ve never played Pillars of Eternity, don’t worry—you don’t need to. But if you have, you’ll spot so many little easter eggs and connections. That lore runs deep.
So yeah—if you’re looking for a game that actually respects your time, gives you freedom, and doesn’t treat you like a noob, Avowed is worth checking out.
