Avowed Controversy: Is It Really Woke or Just Overhyped?

In this episode of The Rude Rundown, host William DePilar and guest Hodey Johns take a deep dive into the controversy surrounding Avowed, Obsidian’s latest RPG. They explore the game’s mechanics, storyline, and comparisons to Skyrim, addressing claims of “wokeness” and whether conservative gamers should skip it. The discussion also touches on the gaming industry’s political landscape, boycotts, and whether Avowed is a victim of social media outrage or just an underwhelming release. Tune in for an honest, no-nonsense breakdown of what’s really happening with this game!

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction & Guest Welcome
01:47 What is Avowed? Game Overview
03:22 Comparing Avowed to Fallout: New Vegas
05:21 First Impressions: Strengths & Weaknesses
07:30 Addressing the “Woke” Controversy
09:57 Gameplay & Mechanics Breakdown
12:02 Storyline: Engaging or Over-Explained?
13:27 Comparing Avowed to Skyrim
15:30 How Politics Affects Game Perception
17:09 Did the Developers Sabotage Sales?
20:54 Steam Numbers & Sales Performance
24:18 Final Thoughts: Should You Play Avowed?
27:50 Closing Remarks & Where to Find More