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Avowed Developer Interview | New Game+ Showcase 2026 – YouTube
In the interview featured above, lead character artist Dmitri Berman explains that while multiple playable races were considered early in *Avowed’s* development, the technical implementation was daunting. “It’s a massive undertaking to nail down,” Berman noted, citing the game’s complex parkour mechanics, first-person combat, and weapon scaling. Because different races vary significantly in size and shape, creating a cohesive first-person experience required additional refinement that the initial development cycle couldn’t accommodate. Now, with more time, the team is ready to deliver those varied perspectives to the community.
*Avowed* might have been a sleeper hit in 2025, but it is certainly worth your attention if you missed it. While it may not reach the sheer narrative density of some of Obsidian’s classic isometric titles, it compensates with engaging first-person combat and a series of atmospheric open-world zones brimming with secrets. There’s a good reason it earned a spot as one of our top games of its release year.
“RPGs can be divisive”: Obsidian reflects on Avowed—navigating those Skyrim comparisons, the decision behind the lack of romances, and what lies ahead for this 2025 standout.
