Obsidian Entertainment's highly anticipated role-playing game, Avowed, is set to deliver a smooth gaming experience with the capability to reach up to 60 frames per second on the Xbox Series X. Game director Carrie Patel confirmed this in a recent interview with MinnMax, although she offered no further details. However, fans of the Xbox Series S should note that their version of the game will be capped at 30fps, as previously announced.
While it remains uncertain whether Avowed will feature both a performance mode and a graphics mode—a common feature in modern games that typically offers a choice between 60fps with reduced visual quality or 30fps with enhanced visuals—it is unclear if the 60fps on Xbox Series X will be the default setting or part of a specific mode.
Avowed is slated for release on February 13, but at a premium price of $89.99. Those opting for the standard price of $69.99 will have to wait until February 18, reflecting a recent pricing strategy adopted by some publishers, though it has already been abandoned by companies like Ubisoft.
Set within the same universe as the acclaimed Pillars of Eternity, Avowed is a first-person fantasy RPG that places a significant emphasis on player choice. The narrative delves into themes of war, mystery, and intrigue, allowing players to explore the expansive world and develop relationships, whether friendly or adversarial, with its inhabitants.
IGN's Final Preview of Avowed highlighted its strengths, particularly praising its nuanced dialogue options, the freedom given to players, and concluding that "Avowed is just a lot of fun."