Avowed on PS5 gets the features Xbox players had to wait a year for

If you’ve been holding out for Obsidian’s latest RPG on a Sony console, the wait is nearly over. Avowed is officially launching on PlayStation 5 on February 17, 2026.

It’s been exactly a year since the game launched on Xbox and PC. But PS5 players aren’t just getting a late port. You’re getting what Obsidian calls a “more rounded experience” right out of the box.

This follows Microsoft’s recent pattern of bringing its big exclusives to other platforms. And honestly? It’s a win for UAE gamers who stick to one console.

What’s New in the PS5 Version

The headline isn’t just the platform switch. It’s the content.

The PS5 release coincides with the game’s one-year anniversary update. While Xbox players had to wait for these features, they will be standard on the PS5 disc (or download) from day one.

Here is what the update adds:

• New Game Plus: Finally, a reason to replay with your endgame gear.
• New Races: More character creation options.
• New Weapon Types: Expands the combat sandbox significantly.
• Photo Mode: Essential for capturing the world of Eora.

Obsidian described this version as a “more rounded experience” during the New Game Plus showcase. If you skipped the Xbox launch, you’ve arguably saved yourself from the early adopter pains.

This reminds us of the post-launch support we’ve seen for other shooters recently, like the ongoing updates to Splitgate, where patience often pays off with a better game.

The Game Itself

For those who missed the hype last year, Avowed is a first-person fantasy RPG from the team behind The Outer Worlds. It’s set in Eora, the same world as the Pillars of Eternity franchise.

Reviews from the original launch called it “solid” and “entertaining”. VGC noted it has “satisfying combat and impressively detailed environments,” though they did flag that you couldn’t clean up side quests after finishing the main story. Hopefully, the new update addresses some of those structural quirks.

Editions & UAE Pricing

We don’t have confirmed UAE pricing yet. However, given the profile of the game, expect the standard AAA price tag — likely around Dhs 269 to Dhs 299 on the PlayStation Store.

Retail copies usually hit shelves in Dubai and Abu Dhabi a day or two early, but digital unlocks will be tied to the global release on February 17.

Here is how the launch version compares to what Xbox players got last year:

Release Date & Availability

Avowed hits PS5 on February 17, 2026.

There is no word yet on whether this update will be free for existing Xbox and PC owners, but it would be a strange move to lock them out of anniversary content. We expect parity across all platforms once the update goes live.

If you're looking for other gaming news while you wait, South Park just hit Fortnite this week with some interesting squad mechanics.

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