A towering statue of a decayed knight, his armor corroded and adorned with eerie, real-life mushrooms, has emerged in London—a haunting testament to the disease plaguing the world of Avowed. This installation, masterfully crafted by Xbox, not only serves as a striking piece of art but also as a chilling reminder of the Dreamscourge infection within the game. The scene is further enhanced by nearby posters promoting Avowed on Xbox Series X|S, transforming an ordinary London street into a portal to the game's grim universe.

To give fans an insider's view of this captivating installation, Xbox has released an official video on YouTube, detailing the creation process behind this unique promotional effort.

Meanwhile, Avowed has received widespread acclaim from Steam users, with an impressive 81% of Deluxe Edition players recommending the game even before its official launch. As the Standard Edition hits the shelves today, expectations are soaring.

Gaming industry veteran Jason Schreier has shared his enthusiasm for Avowed, particularly praising its world design, storytelling, and combat. He noted:

"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 highlighted a divide between critics and players, 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."

While Fallout: New Vegas initially scored an 83 on Metacritic, it later ascended to the status of an undisputed classic. Could Avowed be on the same path to RPG greatness?