A decaying knight statue, its armor consumed by eerie, real-world mushrooms, has materialized in London—a chilling testament to the plague engulfing the Avowed universe. This striking installation, courtesy of Xbox, functions as both artwork and ominous forewarning, plunging onlookers into the game's grim Dreamscourge reality. Accompanying posters advertising Avowed for Xbox Series X|S transform the ordinary street into a gateway to the game's world.
Xbox has released a behind-the-scenes YouTube video documenting the creation of this unsettling promotional piece, offering fans an intimate glimpse into its development.
Pre-launch Steam reviews reveal overwhelmingly positive player sentiment—a remarkable 81% recommendation rate for the Deluxe Edition among users, generating considerable anticipation for today's Standard Edition release.
Industry veteran Jason Schreier lauded Avowed, praising its world-building, narrative, and combat mechanics, but especially its exploration:
"Avowed has completely captivated me. Obsidian's storytelling and combat are excellent, as expected, but the world design is truly exceptional. Every path leads somewhere, every rooftop is accessible, and hidden details abound. Even after 40 hours, I'm still exploring."
Schreier also highlighted a disparity between critical and player reception, drawing parallels to Fallout: New Vegas:
"Some reviews have surprised me. It mirrors the Fallout: New Vegas situation—critics were divided, yet players elevated it to legendary status. Avowed might follow a similar path."
Fallout: New Vegas, initially scoring 83 on Metacritic, eventually achieved classic status. Could Avowed be destined for a comparable rise to RPG prominence?
