Avowed
PC requirements, performance and Steam Deck status
- Minimum
- Radeon RX 5700 · Ryzen 5 2600
- Recommended
- Radeon RX 6800 XT · Ryzen 5 5600X
- 60 fps 1080p high
- GeForce RTX 3080 10GB (~60 fps, est.)
- Steam Deck
- Steam Deck Verified · ~28 fps low (est.)
- Genres
- RPG
- Release
- Feb 18, 2025
- Developer
- Obsidian Entertainment
- Publisher
- Xbox Game Studios
Avowed is a first-person fantasy RPG set in the world of Eora, where your choices carve a path through war, intrigue, and ancient mysteries. Navigate a land in turmoil, forge powerful alliances or deadly rivalries, and wield magic and steel to shape the fate of the Living Lands—and your own destiny.
RPGFantasySingleplayerFirst-PersonStory RichMagicAdventureCharacter CustomizationChoices MatterCombat
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What you need for Avowed
Avowed needs about a GeForce RTX 3080 10GB for 60 fps at 1080p high and a Radeon RX 7900 XT at 1440p (pcgaming.io estimate, medium confidence, ±20%, model v0, data updated 2026-09-24).
| Target | Graphics card (at least) | Processor (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 3080 10GB | Ryzen 3 3100 |
| 1080p · 144 fps · Medium | GeForce RTX 4090 | Core i7-14700K |
| 1440p · 60 fps · High | Radeon RX 7900 XT | Ryzen 3 3100 |
| 1440p · 120 fps · High | Beyond current cards | Ryzen 5 7600X |
| 4K · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 5090 | Ryzen 3 3100 |
Slowest current desktop parts (2020+ GPUs, 2019+ CPUs) our model expects to reach each target. Best GPUs for Avowed →
Estimated FPS on popular graphics cards (high preset)
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 14 | 10 | 6 |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 20 | 14 | 8 |
| GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | 29 | 21 | 12 |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 32 | 22 | 13 |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | 35 | 24 | 15 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 36 | 25 | 15 |
| Radeon RX 7600 | 40 | 28 | 17 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | 41 | 29 | 17 |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | 48 | 34 | 20 |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 61 | 42 | 25 |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | 68 | 47 | 28 |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | 70 | 49 | 29 |
| Radeon RX 9070 XT | 91 | 63 | 38 |
| GeForce RTX 4080 | 94 | 66 | 40 |
| GeForce RTX 5090 | 150 | 105 | 63 |
Estimated FPS from our model (v0), based on the game's published requirements and relative GPU/CPU performance. Not measured. Real results vary with drivers, patches, and scenes. Values above 300 fps show as 300+. Data updated 2026-09-24.
Avowed system requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10/11 with updates | Windows 10/11 with updates |
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 2600 / Intel i5-8400 | AMD Ryzen 5 5600X / Intel i7-10700K |
| Graphics | AMD RX 5700 / Nvidia GTX 1070 / Intel Arc A580 | Graphics: AMD RX 6800 XT / Nvidia RTX 3080 |
| Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 75 GB | 75 GB |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 |
Source: Steam.
Avowed on handheld PCs
Valve rating: Steam Deck Verified
Steam Deck · verified
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Controller glyphs match Steam Deck device
- ✓Interface text is legible
- ✓Default configuration is performant
- ✗External controllers not supported primary player
Steam Machine · verified
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Controller glyphs match device
- ✓Default configuration is performant
SteamOS · playable
- !Game startup functional
- ✗External controllers not supported primary player
| Handheld | Native resolution | Estimated FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Deck OLED | 1280×800 | 28 low | Steam Deck Verified |
| ROG Ally X | 1920×1080 | 23 low | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| ROG Xbox Ally X | 1920×1080 | 26 low | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| Legion Go 2 | 1920×1200 | 23 low | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| MSI Claw 8 AI+ | 1920×1200 | 23 low | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
Each handheld at its own screen resolution, on the best preset that holds 30 fps. Steam Deck verdicts are Valve's rating.
Details
- Controller support
- Full
- DLC
- 2
- Steam achievements
- 50
- Features
- Single-playerSteam AchievementsFull controller supportSteam Trading CardsAdjustable Text SizeCamera ComfortColor AlternativesAdjustable Difficulty#category_playable_at_your_own_pacePlayable without Timed InputSave AnytimeStereo SoundSteam CloudStatsFamily Sharing
- Languages (12)
- English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Polish, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish - Latin America, Japanese, Korean
Full audio: English
Latest news & patches
- Patch 2.1 is Live!Patch2026-03-25
- Avowed Anniversary UpdatePatch2026-02-17
- Patch 2.0 is LivePatch2026-02-17
- Avowed's One Year Anniversary2026-01-15
- Avowed Updated RoadmapPatch2025-12-02
- Steam Deck Verified - Patch 1.5 NotesPatch2025-07-15
Official announcements via Steam.
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FAQ
Can Avowed run on a GTX 1650?
No. The GeForce GTX 1650 is below Avowed's minimum spec (Radeon RX 5700). Our model still estimates ~24 fps at 1080p low (range 19–28, medium confidence, ±20%), but cards below the minimum may not be supported. The cheapest current card for 60 fps at 1080p high is the GeForce RTX 3080 10GB (~60 fps). Every preset on the GTX 1650.
Can Avowed run on Steam Deck?
Yes. Valve rates Avowed Steam Deck Verified. At the Steam Deck OLED's native 1280×800 we estimate ~28 fps on the low preset (range 22–33, medium confidence, ±20%). Our spec-based model is conservative for games tuned for Steam Deck; Valve's test result comes first. Even 40 fps is out of reach at native resolution. Presets for 30/40/60 fps on Steam Deck OLED.
What graphics card do I need for Avowed at 1440p?
For 60 fps at 1440p high, our model points to a Radeon RX 7900 XT or faster: ~61 fps (range 48–73, medium confidence, ±20%). At 1080p high a GeForce RTX 3080 10GB is enough. 4K at 60 fps needs a GeForce RTX 5090. All are the slowest current desktop cards per target. Best GPUs for Avowed by brand.
Can I run Avowed on a laptop?
Yes, with a fast enough GPU. Of the 30 laptop GPUs we list, the GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU is the slowest expected to reach 60 fps at 1080p high: ~61 fps (range 49–74, medium confidence, ±20%). The slowest one that meets the minimum spec, the GeForce RTX 2060 Laptop GPU, gets ~43 fps at 1080p low. Avowed on the GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU.
How much RAM does Avowed need?
The publisher's Steam listing asks for 16 GB of RAM minimum and 16 GB recommended for Avowed.
How much storage does Avowed take?
Avowed needs 75 GB of free storage according to the publisher's recommended spec on Steam. The minimum operating system is Windows 10/11 with updates.