In the heart of London, an awe-inspiring statue of a decayed knight, his armor riddled with real-life mushrooms, has captured the public's attention. This haunting installation, brought to life by Xbox, serves as a stark reminder of the Dreamscourge infection that plagues the world of Avowed. The eerie presence of the knight, combined with nearby posters promoting the game on Xbox Series X|S, transforms an ordinary street into an immersive gateway to the game’s dark and foreboding universe.
Xbox has further engaged fans by releasing an official video on YouTube, detailing the creation process of this unique promotional art piece. This behind-the-scenes look offers a fascinating glimpse into how the installation was crafted, adding depth to the overall marketing strategy for Avowed.
Amidst this innovative marketing, Avowed has received glowing feedback from the gaming community. An impressive 81% of Deluxe Edition players on Steam have recommended the game even before its official launch, setting a high bar as the Standard Edition becomes available today.
Gaming industry expert Jason Schreier has shared his enthusiasm for Avowed, particularly praising its world design, storytelling, and combat mechanics. Schreier's experience with the game has been notably positive:
"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."
However, Schreier also pointed out a discrepancy between critics and player reception, drawing parallels to the iconic 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 initially received a Metacritic score of 83, yet it has since been hailed as a classic in the RPG genre. The question now looms: Is Avowed poised to follow in its footsteps and achieve similar legendary status in the world of role-playing games?
