Tue Feb 04 11:50:00 IST 2025: ## Avowed Will Not Feature Companion Romance, Confirms Obsidian
**London, UK** – Fans hoping for romantic entanglements in Obsidian Entertainment’s upcoming RPG, Avowed, will be disappointed. Game director Carrie Patel confirmed in recent interviews that the game will not include romance options with companions. While acknowledging the popularity of romance in fantasy RPGs, Patel stated that Obsidian’s commitment to creating deep and meaningful relationships with companions, both platonic and otherwise, would be compromised by adding a romance system.
Patel explained that implementing a romance system properly would require significant development time and resources, potentially detracting from other aspects of the game. The studio prioritized creating a compelling companion experience through other means, focusing on creating rich interactions and deep friendships instead. This decision, while potentially disappointing to some, is seen as a positive sign of Obsidian’s commitment to delivering a high-quality, immersive experience rather than adding unnecessary features. Avowed is expected to launch soon.
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