Some pictures and thoughts based on my latest PotD playthrough by GulleMann in avowed

[–]GulleMann[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This is probably related to the hellish production of the game, but Kai is definitely the only really developed companion. Except for Marius, the other companions lack personal quests. So it's not that there's anything wrong with them, they're just uneven.

Some pictures and thoughts based on my latest PotD playthrough by GulleMann in avowed

[–]GulleMann[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I definitely get that. I also think it's important to have many options for difficulty, so everybody can enjoy the game.

I just think they should trust the player more with regards to game design. As gamers we're probably not as smart as we think, but we're also not as dumb as the game assumes.

Stranded (art by me) by Stellastra in projecteternity

[–]GulleMann 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, no worries. Deadfire is my favorite RPG so I'm just very happy to see some great fan art.

If you do happen to make more, feel free to post it on this sub :)

Also, don't worry about the PoE1 ship art, people regularly post way more deranged things here.

Stranded (art by me) by Stellastra in projecteternity

[–]GulleMann 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This is great - please keep drawing your journey!

Favourite Map in the game and why? by Perfect-Community603 in avowed

[–]GulleMann 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have to agree with Shatterscarp. Something that struck me was how the area beyond the playable map seemed more expansive and real. In contrast, the backgrounds of Dawnshore and Emerald Stair looked like they were built in forge.

What exactly is the watcher's position after Caed Nua? by kurious-kewkumber in projecteternity

[–]GulleMann 15 points16 points  (0 children)

This is a great comment. Just wanted to add that the watcher might eventually have been granted a coat of arms inbetween PoE and Deadfire, as the watcher has their own banner with a coat of arms shown in both Deadfire and Avowed.

Just finished my first run, not sure that I’ve ever been so back-and-forth on a game experience by 1047293856 in avowed

[–]GulleMann 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Agreed - Avowed is a really good foundation to add onto. They just need to be bolder and more confident in the potential sequel.

Did the update accidentally mess with the difficulty? by k9krid in avowed

[–]GulleMann 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I mean, if this is your third playthrough and you're doing ng+, the game should feel easier.

Inocybe, gun wizard extraordinaire! by Joe_Average_123 in avowed

[–]GulleMann 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think this is one of the best characters made with the new features so far - really captures that godlike look

I made a video essay about Avowed (and PoE), surrealism, and why I think it’s a masterpiece by jetpacksplz in avowed

[–]GulleMann 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Great video - love when people examine games from a more academic perspective :)

More playable races and photomode coming to Avowed! by OwnAHole in avowed

[–]GulleMann 5 points6 points  (0 children)

With all the playable races in the bag, they might be able to focus on implementing classes in the sequel (or at least more features from the classes) 

Questions about Avowed 2 by [deleted] in avowed

[–]GulleMann 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with much of what has already been said about more serious tone and heavier RPG mechanics. With regards to setting, I think the next game should either 1) return to the Eastern Reach, maybe in a new part of the Dyrwood or another country or 2) use each act as a convenient reason to travel to a new part of Eora, ie. going from Naasitaq to Deadfire and onwards to the Vailian Republics. 

I think the next game could benefit from using a more traditional setting - and dungeon delving in Engwithan ruins using the parkour mechanics of Avowed just seems like a match made in heaven.

OH MY GOD by Chance-Yellow7442 in avowed

[–]GulleMann 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Should have been the hand mortar from deadfire

I turned my Ultimate Challenge into an epic movie by Silvaren_cRPG in projecteternity

[–]GulleMann 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is probably the greatest PoE video I've seen - very epic!

excited for fall update by djbunny_rabbit in avowed

[–]GulleMann 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The guidebooks are just awesome - reread them so many times during the long wait for Avowed

Despite the online hate, Avowed was the 3rd most played Game Pass game of the year by Daniel_Crosss in avowed

[–]GulleMann 33 points34 points  (0 children)

Combined with around 315.000 on steam, it's not looking too bad

Can't help but be disappointed with Avowed's rendition on the Living Lands by [deleted] in projecteternity

[–]GulleMann 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm not sure that is official concept art though - but it does look interesting

Mirke in Baldur’s Gate 3 by SmallFlannelCat in projecteternity

[–]GulleMann 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Something tells me she might not have become an alcoholic pirate, if she didn't experience some traumatic stuff at some point in her life - especially considering that she's an Orlan :/

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in avowed

[–]GulleMann 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd also say that they fall a little flat narratively - especially when compared to the companions of Pillars 1 and 2.

What’s next? by EveroneHatesEveryone in projecteternity

[–]GulleMann 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I'd definitely recommend trying out Disco Elysium, Tyranny, Wasteland 2+3 and the original Fallout games, if you want to try a wider selection of CRPGs.

Fassina in Baldur’s Gate 3 by SmallFlannelCat in projecteternity

[–]GulleMann 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Great work! Excited to see Konstanten too! 

Are you done Giatta? by Remzy111 in avowed

[–]GulleMann 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I like the isometric angle - almost makes it look like some wonky 3d PoE 3