Avowed Sneaks in Romance After All

Obsidian's highly anticipated game, Avowed, has now entered its advanced access phase, allowing eager players to dive into the enchanting world of the Living Lands. As they explore this vibrant setting, adventurers may encounter magical items, face various dangers, and even experience a touch of romance, contrary to initial expectations.

In the lead-up to Avowed's release, Obsidian Entertainment had clarified that the game would not include a dedicated romance system. Instead, the focus was on fostering "thoughtful relationships" with companion characters. Game director Carrie Patel elaborated on this approach during an interview with IGN, stating, "We are building thoughtful relationships with our companion characters. Ultimately, I personally am a fan of making that an option, but I feel like if you're going to do it, you really, really have to commit and make sure that you're giving all to fulfilling that in a way that feels both true to the character, but also creates an engaging player experience. So not something we're doing for Avowed, but I wouldn't say never."

However, early players and reviewers have reported an interesting twist: at least one companion, Kai, seems to have romantic inclinations towards the player character. **Spoilers ahead** for those who wish to remain unspoiled about specific interactions with Kai, please proceed with caution.