Avowed Flops Hard – Obsidian Director Quits for Netflix Games

Carrie Patel, the longtime narrative designer and game director of Avowed, has officially quit Obsidian Entertainment—and she's joining Netflix Games. Following the massive failure of Avowed on both Steam and Game Pass, her exit raises serious questions about the future of Obsidian and Xbox’s entire RPG strategy.

In this video, we break down why Avowed flopped so hard, what gamers thought of it, the brutal Steam numbers, and why Game Pass couldn't save it. We’ll also talk about Netflix’s gaming division (yes, it still exists), what Patel’s move means, and how it reflects the larger industry collapse in 2025. Layoffs, shutdowns, and player fatigue—this is the reality of gaming in 2025.

Stay tuned for a deep dive into Obsidian’s fall from grace, the impact of losing one of their most important creative voices, and why this could be the beginning of the end for another beloved studio.

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