Something has been off with RPGs lately. They either try too hard to be massive, bloated epics or strip things down so much they barely feel like an RPG at all. Whereโs the sweet spot? Whereโs the magic? Whereโs that feeling of cracking open a brand-new adventure and instantly knowing youโre in for something special? Turns out, Avowed has it.
Itโs not buried in nostalgia or locked behind outdated mechanics. Avowed finds the balanceโfamiliar enough to feel like an old favorite, fresh enough to keep you hooked. Itโs the kind of RPG that doesnโt waste your time, doesnโt drown you in clutter, and somehow makes everything feel just right.
An Inventory System That Doesnโt Make You Hate Your Life
Every RPG promises adventure, but most forget one simple thingโplayers hate inventory management hell.
Nothing kills the fun faster than juggling loot, selling junk every five minutes, or getting stuck because you picked up one too many swords.
Avowed fixes this, and that alone makes it worth playing.
No weight limit on potions, crafting materials, or arrows. One button sends extra loot straight to your camp stash. Found a cool weapon but donโt need it yet? No problem. Overloaded with junk? Break it down on the spot.
Itโs a game-changer. No more stopping the action to shuffle items or backtrack just to free up space.
Avowed removes the hassle and keeps you in the adventure. More RPGs should follow its lead, but until they do, this is the one that gets it right.
A World That Feels Alive Without Wasting Your Time
The world feels handcrafted instead of procedurally churned out. Each area is dense with things to do, but not bloated with useless distractions.
Youโre not wasting time running across barren landscapes for hours just to reach a quest marker.
The game respects your time by making every location worth exploringโnot because a checklist tells you to, but because thereโs actual story, lore, and purpose behind it.
Once you clear an area, it stays clear. No more bandit camps that magically refill with enemies the second you turn your back. It makes the world feel real, like your actions actually change things instead of resetting behind the scenes.
Combat That Hits the Sweet Spot Between Chaos and Control
Combat in RPGs usually swings one of two waysโitโs either a clunky, outdated mess that feels like swinging a stick in mud, or itโs so fast-paced and overloaded with mechanics that you spend more time memorizing combos than enjoying the fight. Avowed finds the sweet spot.
Every swing of a sword, blast of magic, or arrow fired feels weighty and deliberate without slowing things down. Itโs not a button-mashing frenzy, but it also never feels like a slow, turn-based relic pretending to be modern.
Think Elder Scrolls combat, but tighter, smoother, and with actual impact. Dodging, blocking, and spellcasting flow together in a way that makes fights feel engaging without being overwhelming.
Magic deserves a special mention. Spells arenโt just โbigger fireball, slightly bigger fireball, biggest fireball.โ They actually feel unique. Some pull enemies into a black hole, some flood an area with deadly lightning, and some twist the battlefield itself. Youโre not just throwing damage numbersโyouโre manipulating the fight.
No stamina bar for sprinting also means youโre not punished for trying to stay mobile and tactical. Instead of getting slowed down by outdated RPG mechanics, Avowed keeps things moving. Combat feels tight, responsive, and exactly as fun as it should be.
Characters You Actually Want to Travel With
They argue, joke, and react to your choices like actual people. Bring the wrong two together, and they might clash. Bring the right ones, and youโll hear some of the best party banter in years.
Kai, the sarcastic lizard mercenary, has more personality than most AAA protagonists.
Yatzli, the flirtatious mage, keeps things fun even when danger looms.
Every companion adds to the journey, not just follows along.
Choices That Matter Without Overcomplicating Things
Your choices shape the worldโalliances, betrayals, and even the fate of entire regions change based on what you do.
No fake “pick a dialogue option that leads to the same result” nonsense. Decisions actually stick.
No need for spreadsheets or overthinking stats, either.
The game gives you real freedom without punishing you for not making the “perfect” build.
Play how you want, and watch the world react.
A Story That Feels Familiar in the Best Way
Avowed delivers the classic RPG experienceโrich lore, deep mysteries, and a journey that pulls you in.
Itโs the kind of story where you start small and suddenly realize youโre at the center of something massive. Ancient threats, political conflicts, secret agendasโit all unfolds naturally, without forcing exposition down your throat.
The best part? It doesnโt hold your hand. The world is full of books, conversations, and hidden details for those who want to dig deeper.
An RPG That Knows Exactly What Itโs Doing
Some games try to be everything and fail. Avowed doesnโt. It knows exactly what it isโa streamlined, engaging RPG that respects your time and choices.
No forced mechanics. No bloated open-world padding. Just great storytelling, satisfying combat, and an RPG experience that feels polished where it counts.
It might not be the biggest RPG ever made, but it nails the balance between old-school depth and modern convenience. If youโve been waiting for an RPG that feels right from the start, this is it.
Also, there is a chance this game might become available for PS5, we are waiting for updates. There was a recent announcement from Sony about the new games available on the PS Plus Extra plan, but this game was not part of the list.
