Avowed has been dubbed Obsidian Entertainment’s Skyrim, yet it draws closer comparisons to a fantasy rendition of their acclaimed title, The Outer Worlds. A common query among fans is whether they can share this fantasy journey with others. So, is Avowed multiplayer? Let's dive into the details.
Does Avowed Support Multiplayer Co-op or PvP?
Avowed does not include multiplayer features, be it co-operative (co-op) or player versus player (PvP) modes. Your adventure will be a solo journey, although you'll be accompanied by NPCs who will assist you, similar to the companions in The Outer Worlds.
Every adversary you face in the game will be controlled by the computer, with no option for other players to invade your world, akin to features found in games like Sniper Elite. There is no multiplayer in Avowed – no PvP, no invasion mode, no co-op mode, none whatsoever. However, this was not always the plan.
What Happened to Avowed’s Planned Multiplayer?
If you recall hearing about Avowed having co-op capabilities, rest assured, it's not a case of the Mandela Effect. Initially, Obsidian Entertainment did intend to incorporate co-op into the game. However, during development, they decided to shift focus away from co-op, feeling it was overshadowing other aspects of the game (via Dexerto). Co-op was initially used as a selling point to attract investors. While it's hoped that those investors were not too disappointed, it's clear that Avowed does not require co-op to deliver a compelling experience.
Is There an Avowed Co-Op Mod?
As of now, there's no public information about any planned Avowed co-op PC mod. While it's conceivable that such a mod could emerge in the future, creating it would be a significant undertaking. For comparison, consider Skyrim, which received a co-op mod years after its release. Obsidian has confirmed they have no plans to add co-op to Avowed post-launch.
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In conclusion, Avowed does not support any form of multiplayer gameplay.
