A Knight of Decay: Xbox Brings Avowed’s Plague to London

A decaying knight statue, its armor consumed by unsettling, real-world mushrooms, has materialized in London—a chilling testament to the plague devastating Avowed's universe. This striking installation, a collaborative effort by Xbox, serves as both artistic expression and ominous forewarning, immersing onlookers in the game's grim Dreamscourge reality. Accompanying posters advertising Avowed for Xbox Series X|S further enhance the immersive experience, transforming a typical London street into a gateway to Avowed's fictional world.

Xbox has released a behind-the-scenes YouTube video documenting the creation of this unique promotional piece, offering fans an intimate look at the process.

Pre-launch Steam reviews for the Deluxe Edition reveal overwhelmingly positive reception, with 81% of players recommending the game, generating significant anticipation for today's Standard Edition release.

Gaming expert Jason Schreier has shared his enthusiastic appraisal of Avowed, highlighting its exceptional world design, compelling narrative, and engaging combat system, but particularly praising its exploration:

"Avowed has completely captivated me. Obsidian's storytelling and combat are predictably excellent, but the world design truly shines. Every path leads somewhere, every rooftop is accessible, and there's always a hidden detail to uncover. Even after 40 hours, I'm still exploring."

Schreier also acknowledges a disparity between critical and player reception, drawing parallels to Fallout: New Vegas:

"Some reviews have surprised me. It mirrors the Fallout: New Vegas situation—critics were divided, yet players elevated it to legendary status. Avowed might follow a similar trajectory."

Given Fallout: New Vegas' initial Metacritic score of 83 and its subsequent rise to iconic RPG status, the question remains: could Avowed be destined for similar greatness?