Avowed Aims for 60FPS on Xbox Series X

Obsidian Entertainment's highly anticipated RPG Avowed will support 60 frames per second on Xbox Series X, though performance details remain incomplete. Game director Carrie Patel revealed to MinnMax that players "can achieve up to 60fps" on Microsoft's flagship console, while confirming the Xbox Series S version will maintain its previously announced 30fps cap.

Performance Details Still Emerging

The development team hasn't clarified whether Avowed will offer separate performance and graphics modes - an increasingly common feature where players choose between smoother 60fps gameplay or enhanced visuals at 30fps. Alternatively, the Xbox Series X version might naturally run at 60fps without requiring mode selection.

Avowed launches February 13th with premium early access priced at $89.99, while standard edition buyers must wait until February 18th to play the $69.99 version. This controversial release strategy, adopted by several publishers recently, has already been abandoned by some major studios like Ubisoft.

A Pillars of Eternity Universe Expands

The first-person fantasy RPG expands Obsidian's acclaimed Pillars of Eternity universe, emphasizing impactful player choices. The narrative weaves together war, mystery, and political intrigue as players explore the world and develop meaningful relationships with characters.

IGN's Final Preview praised Avowed's sophisticated dialogue systems, remarkable player agency, and described the experience as "genuinely enjoyable." The preview highlighted how these elements combine to create compelling gameplay moments.