Obsidian Entertainment’s first-person fantasy RPG Avowed received a major update this July, bringing significant new content, balance improvements, and expanded platform support. The update enhances both the core gameplay experience and the game’s accessibility, marking a key moment in Avowed’s post-launch evolution.
New Features and Content
The July patch introduces a set of new melee weapons, including one-handed axes and polearms, allowing for more diverse character builds and playstyles. Magic-focused players also gain access to additional elemental skills that improve synergy between spell schools. These new tools are designed to encourage experimentation, especially in hybrid combat builds.
Enemy AI has also been reworked to respond more dynamically to stealth, ranged attacks, and magic combinations. Encounters now demand more tactical thinking, with certain enemies adapting based on player behavior mid-fight.
Localization and Language Expansion
One of the most notable additions is full language support for Japanese and Korean players. This includes translated in-game text, menus, and interface updates, along with localized subtitles for the main story and side quests. The update helps Avowed reach a wider audience in key Asian markets, aligning with Obsidian’s ongoing commitment to global accessibility.
Steam Deck Verified and Performance Enhancements
With this update, Avowed is now officially Steam Deck Verified, ensuring the game runs smoothly on Valve’s handheld PC platform. The patch includes several performance improvements aimed at both PC and console versions, such as reduced load times, improved asset streaming, and optimized memory usage during combat.
Console players on Xbox Series X|S also benefit from an updated graphics mode that enables dynamic 4K resolution at a stable frame rate, offering a more consistent experience during large-scale battles and open-world exploration.
Looking Ahead
While no new story content or DLC was included in this patch, Obsidian has hinted that future narrative expansions are in development. In the meantime, the July update has helped solidify Avowed’s standing as one of the year’s most mechanically rich fantasy RPGs, especially for players seeking flexible builds and deep customization.
For those who enjoyed Obsidian’s past works like Pillars of Eternity or The Outer Worlds, this update reinforces Avowedas a flagship entry in the studio’s evolving portfolio—now more refined, responsive, and playable than ever.