Embark on your *Avowed* adventure with these tips, designed to make Obsidian's latest RPG enjoyable for both seasoned players and newcomers alike. RPGs can seem daunting, but with a little guidance, you'll be mastering the Living Lands in no time.
RPG Basics: Leveling Up and Character Builds
*Avowed*, like many RPGs, rewards exploration and combat. Gain XP by completing quests, vanquishing foes, and uncovering hidden areas. As you level up, you'll earn attribute and ability points, allowing you to craft a unique character. Become a mighty warrior, a cunning mage, or something entirely your own. The choice is yours! Attributes determine your character's strengths. Experiment and discover your ideal playstyle. What's more, *Avowed* lets you respec your points if needed, making experimentation risk-free.
Explore the World of Avowed
*Avowed*'s world offers a compelling blend of guided storytelling and open exploration. While the main quest provides a clear path, venturing off the beaten track is highly rewarding. Explore buildings, caves, and hidden areas to unearth loot, resources, and a wealth of side quests. These side quests often provide easy XP and valuable rewards. Don't forget to read books and notes—Obsidian's storytelling shines through in these details. You might even stumble upon treasure maps leading to special gear and gold.
Thorough exploration also yields significant gold, crucial for acquiring better weapons and gear. This will make a huge difference in combat, especially against challenging bosses. Taking your time to explore ensures you're well-equipped to face any challenge.
Mastering Combat: Potions and Resources
Early combat can be challenging for newcomers. Balance physical and essence attacks, and always monitor your health and essence bars. Health and essence potions are essential. Health potions restore health, while essence potions refill your essence bar. These are easily found throughout the world and sold by vendors. Health potions glow bright red, and essence potions are bright pink. However, conserve your health potions; use food and herbs to recover minor health losses. Some food items also cure status effects like poison. Only use health potions when your health is critically low.
The Importance of Companions
Remember to upgrade your companions! Every level-up grants skill and attribute points. Investing in your companions' abilities is crucial for success. Strong companions provide valuable support in combat and even offer healing capabilities. Neglecting them will leave you vulnerable and potentially lead to frustrating restarts.
Gear Upgrades: Enhancing Your Arsenal
As you explore, you'll gather resources used to upgrade your weapons and gear. At your camp, a crafting station (to the left upon entering) allows you to upgrade equipment. Focus on upgrading gear you plan to use for a while. Early on, you'll likely change weapons frequently, so invest wisely. Upgrades significantly enhance attack power, critical chance, and damage resistance.
Embrace the Journey: Play Your Way
Ultimately, *Avowed* is about immersing yourself in its world. Whether you focus on the main story or delve into every side quest, the game offers a flexible and rewarding experience. Create your own story and enjoy the journey. Explore the Living Lands at your own pace and have fun!
Avowed is available now on PC and Xbox.
