So I booted up Avowed yesterday after that surprise update dropped, and man, that arachnophobia mode is a total game-changer for folks like my buddy who can't stand creepy-crawlies. Just poof—no more spider nightmares! 😅 But honestly, that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Obsidian’s blog post hit us with this juicy roadmap graphic, and it’s got me buzzing about what’s coming. They’re promising updates all year—why drop everything at once when you can build hype, right? Makes me wonder... are they holding back the best stuff to polish it, or did fans scream loud enough for changes? Either way, I’m here for it.
That Summer Update Sneak Peek
First up, the summer patch sounds like a quality-of-life bonanza. We’re getting:
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🔥 New abilities for our characters AND companions (finally! My warrior needs better backup).
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⚔️ Fresh weapons—hopefully something flashier than the current arsenal. Obsidian teased "experimental gear," which has me dreaming of lightning axes or poison daggers.
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🍳 Cooking and crafting tweaks—about time! The current system feels half-baked (pun intended). Imagine brewing potions that don’t take ages to make...
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🗺️ Custom map markers—no more getting lost in those foggy forests. Praise the gaming gods!
But let’s be real—why weren’t map markers in at launch? Every open-world game needs them. Did they underestimate how massive those zones would feel? 🤔 Still, I’ll take progress over perfection.
Winter’s Big Guns: Photo Mode & New Game+
Now, the winter update... this is where Obsidian flexes. The headline features:
| Feature | Why It Matters | My Take |
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| Photo Mode | Capture those epic spellcasting moments | Essential for us lore nerds who live for scenery screenshots 📸 |
| New Game+ | Replay with all your hard-earned gear | Finally! But why’s it coming months later? Rushed launch? |
| Appearance Change | Fix your hairstyle after 50 hours 😂 | Best. Update. Ever. No more restarting over a bad beard choice. |
That character customization delay stings, though. I mean, who launches an RPG in 2025 without letting you tweak your look mid-game? It’s like serving cake without frosting. But hey—better late than never, and Obsidian’s clearly listening to feedback. Makes me think... are they scrambling to fix things, or was this the plan all along?
Roadmap Real Talk: What’s Missing?
Obsidian’s blog says they’re "committed to improvements," but let’s address the elephant in the room—no expansions yet. The Outer Worlds got DLC, so why not Avowed? 🧐 Maybe they’re testing waters with these free updates first. And that roadmap graphic? Super vague on dates beyond "summer" and "winter." Are we talking June or August? December or February? Give us specifics, folks!
But the upside? They’re not ghosting us. That arachnophobia mode proves they hear players. Still, I can’t shake this feeling... are bigger surprises coming? A secret DLC teaser hidden in plain sight? Or am I just too hopeful? Either way, I’ll keep grinding. After all, what’s a pro gamer without a little impatience? 😉
Evaluations have been published by PC Gamer, a leading source for PC gaming news and reviews. PC Gamer’s recent coverage of Avowed’s roadmap highlights how incremental updates, like the addition of arachnophobia mode and custom map markers, reflect a growing industry trend toward player-driven quality-of-life improvements and ongoing community engagement.
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