Avowed pre-orders are now live, premium edition revealed alongside accessibility features and minimum spec

Obsidian Entertainment and Xbox Game Studios' Avowed can now be pre-ordered on Xbox and PC platforms with two editions available for purchase. The accessibility features, the minimum specifications, and new skin packs have also been revealed today. Originally set to release on Xbox Series, Steam, and the Microsoft Store on PC, Avowed is also going to launch on Battle.net for PC.

It will be included on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass for subscribers as revealed before, but those who link their Xbox and Battle.net accounts through the Xbox App on Windows will also be able to access the game via Battle.net. Ahead of its February release, pre-orders for two editions are now live digitally. A physical edition with a code in box is also available to pre-order.

If you haven't already, read our Avowed preview from August here and interview from June here.

Avowed's editions, DLC content, and pricing are below:

  • Avowed Digital Standard Edition – $69.99 (or play it on day one with Xbox Game Pass)
    • Base Game
  • Avowed Digital Premium Edition – $89.99
    • Base Game
    • Up to five days Early Access
    • Two Premium Skin Packs
    • Access to Digital Artbook & Soundtrack
  • Avowed Premium Edition SteelBook – $94.99
    • Base Game Digital Code
    • Up to five days Early Access
    • Two Premium Skin Packs
    • Access to Digital Artbook & Soundtrack
    • Avowed SteelBook
    • Map of the Living Lands

Those who buy the standard edition or are playing on Game Pass can upgrade to the Premium Edition for $24.99 to access the digital content including five day early access. 

Details for the digital artbook, soundtrack, skins, accessibility features, and minimum spec for PC are below:

Behind-the-Scenes with the Digital Artbook & Soundtrack

One of the highlights of the Premium Edition is the Avowed Digital Artbook & Soundtrack, where you’ll be able to dive deeper into the world of Avowed with behind-the-scenes artwork from the team and music by composer Venus Theory. These extras are perfect for fans of the Pillars of Eternity franchise and newcomers looking to fully immerse themselves in the lore and soundscapes of the Living Lands.

Exclusive Skins for You and Your Companions

The Premium Edition includes two cosmetic skin packs: the Eora Collection Set and the Obsidian Collection Set. Each pack includes five skins—one for each of the game’s four companions and one for your player character.

  • Eora Collection Set: Inspired by beloved characters and regions from Pillars of Eternity, a perfect throwback to the original games.
  • Obsidian Collection Set: Sleek, black outfits that bring a stylish look to your companions, inspired by our very own studio.

Accessibility Features for All Players

Avowed offers a variety of accessibility features to make the game enjoyable for all players. In addition, a third-person mode option is available through the accessibility menu, which helps those who may need it to enjoy the game from a different perspective, enhancing both comfort and gameplay. Some key accessibility options include:

  • UI & Camera: Customize field of view, disable camera shake, toggle head bobbing, adjust camera sway.
  • Text & Subtitles: Adjust UI text size, subtitle text size, and subtitle background opacity for optimal readability.
  • Controls: Fully remappable controls with adjustable sensitivity for all analog inputs, enhancing gameplay comfort.
  • Languages: While all voice acting will be in English, at launch Avowed will be localized in 12 languages, including French, Italian, German, Spanish (Spain and Mexico), Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Korean, Japanese, and Simplified Chinese.

Minimum PC Specs

To play Avowed on PC, make sure your setup meets the following minimum requirements:

  • CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 2600 / Intel i5-8400
  • GPU: AMD RX 5700 / Nvidia GTX 1070 / Intel Arc A580
  • Memory:16GB
  • Storage: SSD required (75GB install size)
  • DirectX: Version 12

Avowed launches on February 18, 2025 for Xbox Series X|S and PC (Microsoft Store, Steam, and Battle.net). Those who buy the premium edition or the upgrade can play it beginning February 13, 2025.