Avowed: Multiplayer Confirmed or Not?

Avowed has been dubbed Obsidian Entertainment's Skyrim, yet it's more akin to a fantasy rendition of their The Outer Worlds. But what about sharing your fantasy journey with others? Is Avowed multiplayer? Let's dive into the details.

Does Avowed Support Multiplayer Co-op or PvP?

Avowed does not feature multiplayer support, whether in co-op or player versus player (PvP) modes. You'll embark on this fantasy adventure solo, with only NPC companions by your side, similar to The Outer Worlds. Every enemy you encounter, no matter how formidable, will be controlled by the game's AI. There's no Sniper Elite-style invasion feature allowing other players to disrupt your world. To put it plainly, Avowed offers no multiplayer options at all – no PvP, no invasion mode, and no co-op. However, it's worth noting that multiplayer was initially planned for the game.

What Happened to Avowed’s Planned Multiplayer?

If you recall Avowed being advertised with co-op features, you're not experiencing the Mandela Effect. Obsidian Entertainment did indeed plan to include co-op in the game. However, they decided to drop this feature during development, feeling they were "too focused on co-op" (via Dexerto). Initially, co-op was used as a selling point to attract investors. Hopefully, those investors weren't too disappointed, but Avowed stands strong without it.

Is There an Avowed Co-Op Mod?

As of now, there's no known Avowed co-op mod for PC. While it's possible that modders might create one in the future, such a project would be more complex than some of the more whimsical mods, like turning dragons into Macho Man Randy Savage. For comparison, Skyrim received a co-op mod years after its release. However, 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 multiplayer in any form. Your journey through this fantasy world will be a solo adventure, enriched by the presence of NPC companions.