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

A decaying knight statue, its armor consumed by real mushrooms, has materialized in London—a chilling testament to the Dreamscourge plaguing the world of Avowed. This striking installation, courtesy of Xbox, is more than just art; it’s a visceral representation of the game's grim reality, drawing passersby into Avowed's infected world. Nearby posters advertising Avowed on Xbox Series X|S complete the immersive scene, transforming a London street into a portal to another realm.

Xbox has released a behind-the-scenes video on YouTube, documenting the creation of this ominous promotional piece.

Meanwhile, Avowed has garnered significant praise from Steam users. An impressive 81% of Deluxe Edition players offered positive recommendations even before launch, generating considerable anticipation for today's Standard Edition release.

Gaming journalist Jason Schreier shared his enthusiasm for Avowed, highlighting its world design, narrative, and combat, but particularly its exploration:

"Avowed has me hooked. Obsidian’s storytelling and combat were expectedly strong, but it’s the world’s design that stands out. Every pathway leads somewhere, every rooftop is accessible, and there’s always a hidden detail waiting to be found. Even after 40 hours, I keep coming back."

Schreier also observed a disparity between critical reception and player response, drawing a parallel to Fallout: New Vegas:

"Some of the reviews surprise me. It’s the same situation as Fallout: New Vegas—critics were split, but players turned it into a legend. Avowed could follow a similar trajectory."

Fallout: New Vegas, despite an initial Metacritic score of 83, eventually achieved legendary status. Could Avowed be on a similar path to RPG greatness?