History of Avowed in Timeline

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Avowed

Avowed, an action role-playing game developed by Obsidian Entertainment and published by Xbox Game Studios, is set in the Pillars of Eternity universe, Eora. Scheduled for release on Windows and Xbox Series X/S on February 18, 2025, it has garnered positive critical reviews. Players will experience a new story and characters within a familiar world, offering a fresh perspective on the established lore.

2018: Microsoft Acquires Obsidian Entertainment

In 2018, Microsoft acquired Obsidian Entertainment. This marked the beginning of Avowed's development as Obsidian's first first-party AAA project under Microsoft. The game was initially envisioned as Obsidian's version of Skyrim, but they later shifted focus to a narrative-driven experience.

July 2020: Avowed Announcement

Avowed was announced by Obsidian Entertainment and Xbox Game Studios during the Xbox Games showcase in July 2020. Although initially planned for an earlier release, it was later delayed to February 18, 2025. A premium edition with early access starting February 13 was also announced.

February 18, 2025: Avowed Release

Avowed was released on February 18, 2025, for Windows and Xbox Series X/S. It received generally positive reviews from critics.