New Gameplay Revealed in Xbox Developer Direct 2024 Showcase
Obsidian Entertainment, the studio behind Fallout: New Vegas, has pinned down a Fall 2024 release window for their highly-anticipated first-person action-adventure RPG, Avowed. This announcement, made during the Xbox Developer Direct 2024, offers a more precise timeframe for eager fans.
The event showcased not only the release window but also treated viewers to an extensive look at fresh gameplay. Highlights included a detailed exploration of the unique guns and magic hybrid combat system, introducing a new companion to the game. Additionally, Obsidian revealed a feature that fans of Skyrim will appreciate: weapon loadouts.
Unveiled in 2020, Avowed is Obsidian’s brand-new intellectual property. Last year’s Summer Game Fest provided an in-depth preview of the game’s expansive world and diverse combat mechanics, merging spells and melee attacks. With the passage of time since the last update, the confirmed release window brings a welcomed sense of certainty, assuring fans that the game is on track for its scheduled launch.
Avowed’s narrative places players in the shoes of the envoy of Aedyr, a distant island. Entrusted with investigating rumors of a rapidly spreading plague, players will unravel personal connections to both the explored land and an ancient secret with existential implications. The game is set to release on Xbox Series X/S, and PC, and will be available on Game Pass.