Avowed, a new role-playing game (RPG) from Obsidian Entertainment, has been available for just about a week, and early reports suggest it is performing well in both sales and reviews. The game’s director, Carrie Patel, shared insights about the game’s launch and development in a recent newsletter, stating that both players and the company are pleased with how things have gone.
Interestingly, Avowed reached the top spot on Steam last week, indicating strong sales despite its availability on Xbox Game Pass from day one. It’s important to note that the Game Pass service only applies to the Xbox and Microsoft Store versions, meaning players on Steam had to buy the game outright. The fact that many Steam users opted to purchase it demonstrates its popularity.
Patel also expressed excitement about the future of Avowed. She mentioned the possibility of exploring its universe further in upcoming projects, rather than starting a completely new game. She stated, “Now that we’ve built this wonderful world, and also built this team strength and muscle memory around the content and gameplay in this world, I’d love to see us do more with it.” This gives a clear hint that there could be more content related to Avowed in the future.
However, it’s up to Microsoft to decide what’s next for the Avowed team. Currently, the team hasn’t committed to any downloadable content (DLC) or sequel for the game. Meanwhile, another group within the developer is busy working on The Outer Worlds 2, which is slated for release later this year.
Fans of RPGs seem to appreciate Avowed, as evident from the enthusiastic feedback. The game appears to be hitting the mark with players, ensuring that Obsidian is happy with how their latest title has fared. For both new and long-time fans of the genre, the success of Avowed is a positive sign.
If you’re excited about Avowed’s success and curious about what might come next from Obsidian, the gaming community is eager to hear your thoughts. The discussions are already buzzing about this Xbox RPG and the potential for future expansions or new adventures within its imaginative world.