A colossal statue of a decaying knight, its armor rusted and adorned with unsettling, realistic mushrooms, has materialized in London. This striking installation, a creation of Xbox, serves as both a captivating artwork and a chilling premonition of the plague devastating the world of Avowed. Strategically placed posters advertising the game for Xbox Series X|S enhance the scene, transforming a commonplace street into a gateway to Avowed's realm.
To illuminate the creation of this ominous display, Xbox has released a behind-the-scenes video on YouTube, offering fans an intimate glimpse into the making of this unique promotional stunt.
The game itself has garnered significant acclaim from Steam users. An impressive 81% of Deluxe Edition players gave it a thumbs-up even before its official release, generating considerable anticipation for today's Standard Edition launch.
Gaming industry veteran, Jason Schreier, shared his enthusiastic appraisal of Avowed, highlighting its exceptional world design, compelling narrative, and engaging combat system. He particularly emphasized the game's unparalleled exploration:
"Avowed has completely captivated me. Obsidian's storytelling and combat are predictably superb, but the world design truly shines. Every path leads somewhere, every rooftop is accessible, and there's always a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Even after 40 hours, I'm still engrossed."
Schreier also acknowledged a disparity in opinions between critics and players, drawing parallels to Fallout: New Vegas:
"Some reviews have taken me by surprise. It's reminiscent of Fallout: New Vegas—critics were divided, yet players elevated it to legendary status. Avowed might follow a similar trajectory."
Fallout: New Vegas, despite an initial Metacritic score of 83, eventually achieved undisputed classic status. Could Avowed be destined for a comparable ascent to RPG immortality?
