Avowed Breaks New Ground on PS5: Obsidian's Epic RPG Gets a Powerful Upgrade!

In a massive bombshell announcement that shook the gaming world today, Obsidian Entertainment has unveiled that Avowed, the Xbox Game Studios powerhouse, is storming onto the PS5 battlefield! That’s right, PlayStation warriors, prepare to embark on an epic journey as Avowed lines up its launch on February 17, perfectly timed with its mind-blowing anniversary update across all platforms.

Level Up with the Anniversary Update!

Get hyped as the anniversary update rolls out a treasure trove of exciting features that you’ve been clamoring for! Dive into the exhilarating New Game Plus mode, capture jaw-dropping moments with the Photo Mode, and explore the world as three fresh races: Aumaua, Orlan, and Dwarves. Want a total makeover? You can now switch up your look in the overworld! But hold onto your swords, because there's also a new weapon type ready to blaze trails through your quests! And these are just the highlights; the upgrade list goes on!

If you’re already adventuring in Avowed’s realms on other platforms, don’t sweat - this update is totally free for you!

From Xbox to PlayStation: A Gaming Revolution!

Having unleashed its enchanting spells on the gaming community nearly a year ago, Avowed earned a solid 7/10 from us, earning praise for its stellar worldbuilding and character depth, despite being a bit of a conventional fantasy romp. Now, its journey to PlayStation isn’t just a game release; it’s part of Xbox’s daring strategy. Join the ranks of Forza Horizon 5, Doom: The Dark Ages, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and even Halo, as Xbox eyes a broader horizon without the traditional confines of platform exclusivity.

This strategy seems to be paying off, with Xbox titles regularly topping PlayStation’s charts. The gaming titan sees exclusivity as an ‘antiquated’ notion, paving the way for an exciting, united gaming future. As hardware costs surge and 'forever games' dominate players’ time, this visionary approach could redefine gaming experiences everywhere!

Curious about Xbox’s ambitious trajectory through 2026? We've delved into what tomorrow might hold in our forward-looking feature here.

Stay tuned for more epic updates, and don’t forget to lock in your PS5 pre-orders today! Gear up for a journey like never before, because Avowed is about to make gaming history on PlayStation!

Rebekah Valentine, Senior Reporter for IGN. Got a hot tip? Drop me a line at rvalentine@ign.com.