Avowed
Feb 17, 2026 6 months ago
Welcome to the Living Lands, a mysterious island filled with adventure and danger. Set in the fictional world of Eora that was first introduced to players in the Pillars of Eternity franchise, Avowed is a first-person fantasy action RPG from the award-winning team at Obsidian Entertainment. The Living Lands is a place that feels foreign yet somewhat intrinsic to you as it feels the island itself is calling out to you for help. Explore an island home to many different environments and landscapes, each with their own unique ecosystem. Mix and match swords, spells, guns, and shields to fight your way. Dig into your grimoire for spells to trap, freeze or burn enemies, bash them with your shield, or use range bows to attack from a distance. Companions from a spread of species will fight alongside you, with their own unique set of abilities. From a former mercenary to an eccentric wizard, they will be part of your journey with your choices shaping them as you help them with their quests.
What it’s like
Avowed offers a lush, first-person immersion into the Living Lands, prioritizing environmental wonder and visceral spell-slinging over complex systemic depth. The experience is defined by its stunning art direction and atmospheric worldbuilding, creating a sense of discovery that feels intrinsic to the setting. Combat serves as the primary loop, blending parkour-like movement with a versatile grimoire of magic and melee options, resulting in fluid but occasionally repetitive encounters. While the narrative delivers entertaining character interactions and maintains Obsidian’s signature lore density, the quest structure often feels workmanlike rather than groundbreaking. The game shines when exploring its diverse biomes, though it lacks the mechanical intricacy of some genre peers, settling for a solid, visually driven adventure that values mood and immediate engagement over long-term strategic complexity.
Strong in Atmosphere / MoodExploration / WorldAudio / MusicCharactersCombatGameplay / MechanicsStory / NarrativeVisuals / Art
Keep in mind The quest design can feel repetitive and 'workmanlike,' lacking the narrative punch expected from Obsidian’s previous titles. · Performance issues and bugs at launch may detract from the immersion for players seeking a polished technical experience.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from ign.com, pcgamer.com, gamesradar.com, tomsguide.com, rockpapershotgun.com, cnet.com.
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| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Feb 13, 20251 year ago |
| Xbox Series X|S | Worldwide | Full release | Feb 13, 20251 year ago |
| PlayStation 5 | Worldwide | Full release | Feb 17, 20266 months ago |
