Avowed: Roleplay Impact Shapes Entire Game
Avowed, launching in 2025, promises a deep and complex RPG experience where player choices significantly impact the entire game. Game director Carrie Patel recently offered insights into the game's intricate design.
Avowed: A World of Complex Choices and Multiple Endings
Political Intrigue and a Rich Narrative in The Living Lands
Obsidian Entertainment's Avowed provides players with constant opportunities to shape their character and experience. According to Patel, every decision, no matter how small, contributes to the overall narrative. The game encourages players to reflect on their motivations and how their choices affect their journey. Patel emphasizes the importance of player agency, asking players to consider what excites them, what piques their curiosity, and what keeps them engaged.Your choices and their consequences are intricately tied to the exploration of Eora, specifically the Living Lands, and your pursuit of political power within this region. The interwoven narratives throughout the game reward thorough exploration.
Players assume the role of an Aedyran Empire envoy investigating a spiritual plague while advancing their political ambitions. Patel highlights the importance of meaningful choices, stating that the game is about defining your character and acting accordingly.
Beyond the rich RPG mechanics, Avowed features strategic combat blending magic, swords, and firearms. Weapon and ability choices significantly alter gameplay, ensuring diverse playthroughs.
Patel confirmed to IGN that the game boasts numerous endings, resulting from various combinations of player choices. With a double-digit number of ending slides, the final outcome truly reflects the cumulative effect of all decisions made throughout the game. As a true Obsidian title, your ending is a direct consequence of your actions and discoveries.




