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

A colossal statue of a decaying knight, his armor ravaged by time and adorned with unsettling, realistic mushrooms, has materialized in London. This striking installation, a creation of Xbox, serves as both a captivating artwork and a chilling premonition of the plague sweeping across the world of Avowed. The artwork, coupled with nearby posters advertising the game for Xbox Series X|S, transforms a commonplace street into a gateway to Avowed's grim reality, immersing onlookers in the game's Dreamscourge infection.

To reveal the meticulous process behind this ominous display, Xbox has released an official behind-the-scenes video on YouTube, offering fans an intimate glimpse into the making of this unique promotional endeavor.

The game itself has garnered significant acclaim from Steam users, with an impressive 81% of Deluxe Edition players recommending it prior to its official release. This overwhelmingly positive pre-launch reception sets a high benchmark for the Standard Edition's debut.

Veteran gaming journalist Jason Schreier shared his enthusiastic appraisal of Avowed, particularly highlighting its world design, narrative, and combat system, but most notably, its unparalleled exploration:

"Avowed has completely captivated me. Obsidian's storytelling and combat mechanics are predictably superb, but the world design truly shines. Every path leads to discovery, every rooftop is accessible, and hidden details abound. Even after 40 hours of gameplay, I'm still eager to explore further."

Schreier also acknowledges a disparity in opinions between critics and players, drawing a parallel to Fallout: New Vegas:

"Some of the critical reception has surprised me. It mirrors the Fallout: New Vegas experience—critics were divided, yet players elevated it to legendary status. Avowed might follow a similar path."

Considering Fallout: New Vegas' initial Metacritic score of 83 and its subsequent ascension to classic RPG status, the question remains: could Avowed be destined for a similar trajectory towards RPG immortality?