The Outer Worlds 2 Vs. Avowed: Which Game Is Best?
Obsidian had an impressive 2025, releasing two major titles that year. Though one is science fiction and the other medieval fantasy, both games share many similarities.
- Both are first- and third-person RPGs.
- They offer numerous choices affecting story paths and the fate of companions.
- Each delivers a type of RPG experience that had been missing for some time.
- They feature strong combat mechanics and impressive visuals.
- Both return to a more focused RPG style, moving away from recent open-world fatigue.
Comparing Story and Engagement
While Avowed has a decent story, it tends to play things too safe. The narrative feels sterile and low stakes, lacking emotional connection with its characters. Familiar storytelling elements like the "voice in the head" mechanic were handled better in other games, and the plot unfolded in a predictable, by-the-book manner.
“The voice in the head pull had been done before and in better ways, and everything that happened was pretty much by the book.”
On the other hand, The Outer Worlds 2 didn’t reinvent RPG storytelling either but offered a far more compelling journey. The revenge-driven plot is solid, but the missions themselves are what make the experience so engaging.
“The revenge plot is done well enough, but it's the missions that you go on that feel so much more engaging here.”
Summary
Both games have clear strengths, but The Outer Worlds 2 provides a more captivating RPG experience through its engaging missions and stronger narrative drive.
Author's conclusion: Between two strong RPGs, The Outer Worlds 2 stands out for delivering a more compelling and emotionally engaging adventure.
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