Summary
The 1.3.0 update forAvowedis now live, and players can expect plenty of community-requested features, bug fixes, new customization options, and more. Several patches have been rolled out forAvowedfollowing its February 13 release, with the developers at Obsidian Entertainment promising many more down the road.
Initially planned to be an online multiplayer title,Avowedlater shifted into a story-heavy, single-player game, with a teaser trailer shown to audiences during a showcase in July 2020. The game takes place in the Living Lands in the world of Eora, and players are tasked with investigating a mysterious sickness known as the “Dream Scourge” as they use magic and physical attacks to take down monsters throughout the title’s many unique zones. Fans were eager to get their hands on the RPG, which was planned to release in 2024.Avowedwas later delayed until February 2025, but since its release, the development team has been hard at work polishing the title, slowly making it even more enjoyable for players.
Avowed’s 1.3.0 update is now live for PC and Xbox Series X/S players, with the patch bringing quest progression fixes, more HUD customization options, bug fixes, and more. According to thepatch notes, players will now receive one additional talent point when reaching a level that is a multiple of five. Additionally, fans using a mouse and keyboard can now toggle between walking and running, and a new option increases the font size of all documents, in-game pop-ups, and tutorials. A number of stability fixes have also been implemented, and improvements have been made to combat, spells, abilities, controls, and overall performance. The 1.3.0 update followsa recentAvowedpatchfocused on bug fixes, which also increased autosave slots.
Obsidian Entertainment is happy withAvowed’s sales, with the game’s director Carrie Patel interested in expanding on the title or developing a full sequel. The title became the number-one-selling game on Steam’s US charts shortly after launch, with the game currently boasting a top critic average score of 81 onOpenCritic. While Avowed has earned praise for its graphics and unique combat mechanics, it has faced some criticism for its overall narrative and upgrade system.
Following the continued success ofAvowed, Obsidian Entertainment is now looking towards its next release. Thefirst gameplay trailer forThe Outer Worlds 2was revealed during The Game Awards 2024, with the title slated to release sometime in 2025 for PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5.
