Summary
- Avowed was added to PC Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate on February 18.
- This marks the first RPG from the acclaimed Obsidian Entertainment in over five years.
- Initial reviews for Avowed have been quite favorable, with highlights on engaging combat and quests driven by meaningful choices.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate has welcomed Avowed to its expanding library. It is the fourth new title to debut on Microsoft’s subscription service for February 2025 and the 17th addition since the beginning of the year.
Avowed is the newest offering from Obsidian Entertainment, renowned for successful RPGs like Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2, Fallout: New Vegas, and The Outer Worlds. This title represents their first RPG release since The Outer Worlds in late 2019.
Avowed debuted on February 18, around 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET, as part of the day-one additions for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Some Ultimate members started gaming Avowed from February 13 by using a Premium Upgrade Addon for $22.49 after discounts.
Early Reviews
Avowed currently holds a Strong rating on OpenCritic, with an average score of 82 and an 84% reviewer recommendation rate. Players are responding positively on platforms like Steam, where the game boasts thousands of Very Positive reviews and a 4-star user rating on the Xbox Store. Common praises highlight its fluid combat, clever dialogue, and significant quest design. However, critiques mention limited skill trees and somewhat repetitive exploration.
Upcoming Games on Xbox Game Pass
| Game | Date Added | Game Pass Tier(s) | Platform(s) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avowed | Feb 18 | Ultimate, PC | Cloud, PC, Series X/S | Day-one release |
| EA Sports F1 24 | Feb 20 | Ultimate, PC | Cloud, Console, PC | |
| Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader | Feb 20 | Ultimate, PC | Cloud, PC, Series X/S | |
| Watch Dogs: Legion | Feb 25 | Ultimate, PC | Cloud, Console, PC | |
| Atomfall | Mar 27 | Ultimate, PC | Cloud, Console, PC | Day-one release |
| South of Midnight | Apr 8 | Ultimate, PC | PC, Series X/S | Day-one release |
| Commandos: Origins | Apr 9 | Ultimate, PC | Cloud, Console, PC | Day-one release |
| Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 | Apr 24 | Ultimate, PC | PC, Series X/S | Day-one release |
| DOOM: The Dark Ages | May 15 | Ultimate, PC | PC, Series X/S | Day-one release |
