Avowed Has “Meaningful Roleplay” As The Choices You Make Affect Entire Game

Avowed's game director offers a detailed preview of the intricate gameplay awaiting players in the anticipated 2025 release.

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"The game provides players with continuous opportunities to express and explore their character's inclinations," Patel explained. She further highlighted the game's focus on player engagement, noting, "It encourages players to reflect on their experience, asking themselves: 'When am I engaged? When am I curious? When does my interest wane? What keeps me invested moment to moment?'"

Patel added that player choices and their consequences in Avowed "depend heavily on what you discover" while exploring the rich world of Eora, particularly within the politically charged region of The Living Lands. "I've thoroughly enjoyed weaving together the narratives of these two worlds," she commented.

Players assume the role of an Aedyran Empire envoy, tasked with investigating a mysterious spiritual plague while simultaneously advancing their political ambitions. "Giving players depth to explore—that's what makes for meaningful roleplay," Patel stated. "It's about defining who you want to be in this world and how the game's situations allow you to express that identity."

Beyond the intricate RPG mechanics, Avowed features strategic combat blending magic, swords, and firearms. "The abilities and weapon combinations you choose create vastly different experiences with each playthrough," Patel noted.

Furthermore, Patel confirmed to IGN the game boasts numerous endings, offering "a wide array of combinations." She explained, "We have a double-digit number of ending slides, and they can combine in countless ways." She added, "True to Obsidian's style, your ending is a direct reflection of your choices throughout the game, shaped by the content you encounter and your actions within it."