Avowed: Romance Confirmed in Latest Update

Obsidian's latest RPG, *Avowed*, has now entered its advanced access phase, allowing eager players to dive into the enchanting world of the Living Lands. As they explore, they're not only encountering magical items and facing various dangers but also stumbling upon unexpected elements of romance, despite earlier statements from the developers.

In the lead-up to the game's release, Obsidian made it clear that *Avowed* would not include a dedicated romance system. Instead, the focus was to be on cultivating "thoughtful relationships" with companions. Game director Carrie Patel shared her perspective on this decision in an interview with IGN, stating:

"We are building thoughtful relationships with our companion characters," Patel explained. "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 access players and reviewers have discovered a surprising twist. **Spoilers ahead**: It appears that at least one companion, Kai, has romantic inclinations towards the player character. If you wish to remain unspoiled, it's best to avoid further details.