Avowed: A Beginner's Guide

*Avowed* is now available, and Obsidian's latest RPG offers a rich experience for seasoned fans while remaining welcoming to newcomers. If diving into RPGs feels daunting, you're not alone. But with these tips, you'll be ready to explore the Living Lands with confidence.

Know the Basics

*Avowed* follows the familiar RPG formula. You'll earn XP through quests, enemy defeats, and exploration. As you level up, you gain attribute and ability points to customize your character. Whether you envision a fierce warrior or a potent mage, it's all in your hands.

Your chosen attributes define your strengths. Personally, I'm drawn to the scholar class for its depth, but *Avowed* encourages you to experiment. One of its beginner-friendly features is the ability to re-roll your points if your initial build doesn't pan out.

Explore Avowed’s World

*Avowed* strikes a balance between structured and open-world gameplay. While story objectives guide you, the true joy lies in exploration. Veering off the beaten path can lead to discovering hidden loot, resources, and engaging side quests, which are often easy ways to gain XP.

Engage with the world's lore through books and notes to deepen your understanding of *Avowed*'s narrative. Obsidian excels at storytelling, making these items more than mere collectibles. Keep an eye out for treasure maps, which can lead to valuable gear and coins, enhancing your combat prowess.

Thorough exploration yields gold, crucial for purchasing superior weapons and gear, significantly impacting your effectiveness in battles, especially against formidable bosses. Rushing through might leave you under-equipped, so take your time to fully immerse yourself.

Stock Up On Health and Essence Potions

Combat in *Avowed* can be challenging for newcomers. Balancing physical and essence attacks while monitoring your health and essence bars is key. Health and essence potions are vital, with health potions restoring a significant amount of health and essence potions replenishing your essence bar. These can be found throughout the world or purchased from vendors, easily identifiable by their bright red and pink glows, respectively.

Use potions judiciously; for minor health losses, utilize food items scattered around the world. Some foods and herbs also counteract effects like poison, so save them for when you truly need them. Reserve health potions for when your health is critically low, unlike in games where you might reload after every encounter.

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Give Your Companions Some Love

As you level up, don't forget to enhance your companions alongside your character. Neglecting them can lead to difficult battles and potential restarts. Upgraded companions not only bolster your combat strength but can also provide healing, making them invaluable allies in your journey.

Upgrade Your Gear

Resources gathered from the world can be used to upgrade your gear at the camp's upgrade station. Early on, you'll switch weapons frequently, so be selective with your upgrades. Investing in better gear enhances your attack power, critical chance, and damage protection, significantly boosting your survivability and effectiveness.

Have Fun and Play Your Way

The essence of RPGs like *Avowed* is the freedom to craft your own narrative. Whether you're focused on the main story or eager to explore every side quest, the choice is yours. Embrace the journey through the Living Lands in your unique way and enjoy every moment.

And that's your beginner's guide to *Avowed*.

*Avowed is available now on PC and Xbox.*