The anniversary update for Avowed on PS5 introduces new playable races—Orlan, Dwarf, and Aumaua—expanding character customization beyond humans and elves, while also adding a Magic Mirror for mid-game appearance changes and a New Game+ that preserves most weapons and abilities.

February 2026’s anniversary patch also delivers a Photo Mode and New Game Plus modifiers, enriching options for both returning players and newcomers.

Companion AI remains serviceable but not deeply strategic, and enemy variety is limited with repetitive monster types, which can make later encounters feel similar.

RPG progression is gear-based rather than level-based, featuring a tiered Common to Legendary system where gear quality drives progression and experimentation can be costly.

Exploration is a core strength, with the Living Lands feeling alive and rewarding risk-taking in dangerous areas.

Quality improvements continue from prior patches, including camera, animations, and third-person movement, though issues like floaty jumping, occasional combat camera quirks, and complex UI for spellcasters persist.

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The core gameplay loop of exploration, combat, and loot remains engaging, emphasizing varied combat, weighty melee hits, and impactful magic, even when the narrative dips.

Party members are solid contributors, with allied disagreements occasionally adding depth to decisions.

To maintain variety, the game constrains the number of mechanics per ability or weapon, allowing clearer synergies and meaningful mix-and-match across Fighter, Ranger, and Wizard trees.

Immediate quality-of-life improvements include faster ability point progression, clearer upgrades, streamlined crafting, and a broad set of bug fixes for a smoother experience.

Combat and economy modifiers offer accessibility, role-play, and balance tools that let players tailor experiences to their preferences.