The highly anticipated launch of Avowed, the new RPG from Obsidian Entertainment, is scheduled for February 18, 2025, exclusively for Xbox. Known for its iconic works such as Fallout: New Vegas, Pillars of Eternity, and The Outer Worlds, Obsidian has built a solid reputation in the gaming world, raising expectations around this new title.
If you want to play Avowed before anyone else, you still have time
As part of its sales strategy, Microsoft will offer an early access period through the Premium Upgrade Edition, which will allow players to experience the game five days before its official release. This early access is available for an additional cost of 24.99 euros. For those who are already Xbox Game Pass subscribers, Avowed will be playable for free with the standard edition, which is priced at 79.99 euros.
Among the benefits provided by the Premium Upgrade Edition are two additional aspects for the characters, an interactive book with illustrations and concept art, as well as the original soundtrack of the game. This sales model, which combines early access with extra content, has already been used by Microsoft in previous releases, such as the recent title Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.
This strategy from Microsoft reinforces its commitment to making video games more accessible to Xbox Game Pass subscribers, without a significant increase in subscription price. The early sale of Avowed could be an indicator that the company seeks to maximize interest in its releases and maintain player loyalty.
With the arrival of Avowed, fans of RPGs and the Xbox console are expected to have an unforgettable gaming experience, while the Obsidian studio continues to establish itself as a benchmark in the industry.
