Avowed's game director offers a detailed preview of the game's intricate mechanics ahead of its 2025 release.
Avowed: A Deep Dive into Complex Gameplay and Multiple Endings
Navigating Political Intrigue in The Living Lands
Obsidian Entertainment's Avowed promises players a rich, multifaceted experience driven by their choices. Game director Carrie Patel highlights the game's focus on player agency, stating that every decision, no matter how small, contributes to the overall narrative.
"It's about providing players with continuous opportunities to express themselves and explore their character's alignment," Patel explains. She emphasizes the importance of mindful gameplay, encouraging players to reflect on their engagement: "When are you most engaged? When are you curious? What keeps you invested?"
Patel further explains that the outcomes in Avowed are directly tied to player exploration and actions within the intricate world of Eora, specifically within The Living Lands, a region rife with political maneuvering. "I've enjoyed weaving together the narrative threads of these two intertwined worlds," she adds.
Players assume the role of an Aedyran Empire envoy, tasked with investigating a spiritual plague while simultaneously pursuing their own political ambitions. "Meaningful roleplay comes from giving players depth to explore," Patel notes. "It's about defining who you want to be and how your actions shape that identity."
Beyond the RPG elements, Avowed features strategic combat blending magic, melee, and ranged weaponry. Patel emphasizes the impact of player choices on combat: "The abilities and weapon combinations you select create vastly different gameplay experiences."
Patel confirmed to IGN the existence of numerous endings, with a wide range of possible combinations. "We have double-digit ending slides, and they can combine in many ways," she explains. "True to Obsidian's style, your ending is a direct reflection of your choices throughout the game, shaped by the content you discover and your actions within it."
