Embark on your *Avowed* adventure with these tips, designed to make Obsidian's latest RPG enjoyable for both seasoned veterans and newcomers alike. RPGs can seem daunting, but with a little guidance, you'll be conquering the Living Lands in no time.
RPG Basics: Leveling Up and Character Building
Like most RPGs, *Avowed* rewards exploration and combat. Completing quests, defeating enemies, and discovering new areas all grant experience points (XP). As you gain XP, you level up, earning attribute and ability points. These points shape your character's strengths, whether you prefer a melee warrior, a powerful mage, or something in between. The beauty of *Avowed*? You can respec your points if your build isn't working out, making experimentation easy and risk-free.
Explore the World of Avowed
*Avowed*'s world offers a blend of directed storytelling and open exploration. While main story objectives guide your progress, digressing to explore buildings, caves, and hidden areas is highly encouraged. You'll uncover valuable loot, resources, and a wealth of side quests—many offering easy XP gains. Don't overlook books and notes; they enrich the lore and often lead to additional discoveries, including treasure maps that unlock unique gear and gold.
Thorough exploration also yields significant gold, crucial for acquiring better weapons and gear, giving you a considerable advantage in combat, especially against challenging bosses. Don't rush the story; take your time to explore and equip yourself for success.
Mastering Potions and Resources
Early combat can be challenging. Manage your health and essence bars effectively. Health and essence potions are your best friends, readily found throughout the world and sold by vendors. Health potions glow bright red, and essence potions are bright pink. However, conserve your health potions; use food items to restore minor health losses. Save potions for when your health is critically low.
Supporting Your Companions
Don't forget your companions! As you level up, invest in their abilities. Strong companions provide valuable support in combat, including healing, significantly increasing your chances of victory. Neglecting them can lead to frustrating defeats.
Gear Upgrades: Enhancing Your Arsenal
Resources gathered throughout your journey can be used to upgrade your weapons and gear at the crafting station found in your camps. Focus your upgrades on equipment you plan to use for a longer period, as early-game weapon changes are frequent. Upgrades significantly enhance attack power, critical hit chance, and damage resistance.
Embrace the RPG Experience
Ultimately, *Avowed* is about your journey. Whether you focus on the main story or explore every nook and cranny, the game offers a rewarding experience. Create your own narrative, explore the Living Lands at your own pace, and most importantly, have fun!
Avowed is available now on PC and Xbox.
