Avowed is not Obsidian’s best work, but it still provides a solid base for action-RPG fans. The combat holds up for a while, despite mediocre progression and repetition. Story events and choices can be thought-provoking, especially those tied to the mysterious God and the fate of the Living Lands. Companions offer encyclopedic knowledge of a fantasy world, but they lack charm and depth. Fortunately, the vibrant environments are a highlight, with only a few minor technical hiccups. Ultimately, Avowed offers enough to entice action-RPG enthusiasts to step through the veil—just don’t expect divine treasure on the other side.

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Sniper Elite: Resistance is a decent game, but it does not have the impact of its recent predecessors. The large open sandbox levels remain a highlight, even though the campaign is shorter. The AI routines, sniping, sound-masking, and stealth offer consistently engaging gameplay, albeit without any changes to the recipe. The new propaganda missions are short-lived and fairly underwhelming. Aside from the returning invasion mode and co-op, the multiplayer is basically a ticked checkbox. Fans of the series will still have fun sniping ♥♥♥♥ eyeballs across France, but the franchise will need another shot in the arm soon.

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