Avowed Players Don’t Think It Deserves The Hate

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Summary

  • There is a negative sentiment surrounding Avowed, despite the game not having been released yet.
  • There are claims that people “want to hate” Avowed because they’re unhappy with Obsidian’s decision to develop the game.
  • Fans of the game are tired of the constant negativity being spouted about a game they enjoy.

Initially accessible only to those who had pre-ordered its premium edition on February 13, the game “Avowed” is officially set for a wider release later today. However, due to its limited initial availability, most potential players have yet to experience it. Nonetheless, debates have already started among enthusiasts and critics of “Avowed”.

Recently on Reddit, a user named YeahhhhhWhateverrrr brought up the ongoing argument regarding the game Avowed. They expressed frustration over the prevailing negativity surrounding the title, noting that any conversation about it often gets twisted by individuals who seem to have a predisposition towards disliking the game, regardless of its genuine qualities and shortcomings.

Everyone Has An Opinion

In their words: “People seem to have lost interest in games; they only play what’s trendy or popular. It’s all about conformity. I can no longer bear it, and I believe this is an issue that needs to be tackled seriously.” They further explain that influencers gain financially by presenting a game in a negative light due to the increased viewership generated by “drama, hostility, and commotion.

Critically, Avowed has performed quite well. Obsidian Entertainment’s latest offering currently holds an average critic score of 82 on OpenCritic. top-mob.com‘s own Editor-in-Chief Stacey Henley enjoyed it less than other critics, saying “Avowed is a valiant attempt at fantasy you can play your way, but while it delivers well enough with combat, the narrative just isn’t there,” in her 3/5 review.

Taking a quick look at discussion boards focused on Obsidian Entertainment’s games, it appears that Avowed is generally well-received. However, the criticism seems to originate from outside these specific communities. In the discussed thread, many comments echo the original post, with KatyaBelli adding that misinformation is a significant issue. She explains that some people assume the game lacks world reactivity or exploration because there are hidden side quests scattered throughout the game, which can significantly alter not only the world state but also the main quest of the game itself.

Despite receiving generally positive reviews on Steam at launch, Avowed has received a fair share of negative feedback, primarily focusing on the sparse aspects of the game. Some critics feel disappointed, given that the studio is known for its exceptional role-playing games. As a spin-off from the beloved CRPG series Pillars of Eternity, Avowed is often referred to as an “indirect sequel” by fans.

Avowed releases later today for Xbox Series X/S and PC.

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2025-02-18 13:36