Xbox Unveils Avowed's Plague in London

In a striking display of immersive marketing, a towering statue of a decayed knight, adorned with real-life mushrooms and signs of corrosion, has emerged in London. This installation, brought to life by Xbox, encapsulates the haunting essence of the Dreamscourge infection from the world of Avowed. The eerie knight serves not only as an artistic masterpiece but also as a chilling reminder of the disease plaguing the game's universe. Enhancing the experience, nearby posters promoting Avowed on Xbox Series X|S transform the ordinary London street into a portal to the game's grim setting. To further engage fans, Xbox has released an official YouTube video, offering an in-depth look at the creation of this unique promotional piece.

Avowed has been met with significant acclaim from the gaming community, particularly from Steam users. An impressive 81% of Deluxe Edition players have recommended the game ahead of its launch, setting high expectations as the Standard Edition becomes available today. This early praise indicates strong anticipation and confidence in the game's potential.

Gaming industry veteran Jason Schreier has shared his enthusiastic take on Avowed, highlighting its compelling world design, storytelling, and combat mechanics. Schreier's particular appreciation lies in the game's exploration elements:

"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."

Despite the widespread player enthusiasm, Schreier points out a divergence between critics and the gaming community, drawing parallels to the reception of 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, which initially scored an 83 on Metacritic, eventually achieved iconic status within the RPG genre. This historical precedent raises the question: Could Avowed be on a similar journey toward becoming a revered classic in the realm of role-playing games?