Avowed Preload Information: Release Times, File Size & Instructions

Obsidian Entertainment is set to captivate RPG enthusiasts once again with their upcoming title, Avowed. Transporting players to the enchanting realms of Eora, this new adventure promises an immersive fantasy experience that echoes the rich storytelling of Pillars of Eternity.

In Avowed, you assume the role of an envoy from the Aedyr Empire, tasked with unraveling the mysteries surrounding a deadly affliction known as the Dream Scourge. True to the ethos of Obsidian RPGs, players can immerse themselves in a world filled with exploration, side quests, companion recruitment, and thrilling combat encounters with various adversaries.

Early Access Details for Avowed

The official release date for Avowed is set for February 18. However, players who purchase the Premium Edition can gain five days of early access, beginning on February 13, priced at $89.99/£89.99. Below are the key release times across different regions:

February 13 Early Access Release Times

Los Angeles: 10 AM PDT
Mexico City: 12 PM CST
New York/Toronto: 1 PM EDT
Sao Paulo : 3 PM BRT
London: 6 PM GMT
Paris/Berlin : 7 PM CET
Helsinki : 8 PM EET
Riyadh : 9 PM AST

February 14 Early Access Release Times

Seoul: 3 AM KST
Tokyo: 3 AM JST
Sydney: 5 AM AEDT
Auckland: 7 AM NZDT

Avowed Premium Edition Release Time — Image Credit: Microsoft / Dexerto

Standard Release Information for Avowed

Following its early access, Avowed will officially launch on February 18. Players who opt for the standard edition, available for $69.99/£69.99, or those with an Xbox Game Pass, are invited to join the adventure on this date. Below are the release timings for the full game:

February 18 Release Times

Los Angeles: 10 AM PDT
Mexico City: 12 PM CST
New York/Toronto: 1 PM EDT
Sao Paulo : 3 PM BRT
London: 6 PM GMT
Paris/Berlin : 7 PM CET
Helsinki : 8 PM EET
Riyadh : 9 PM AST

February 19 Release Times

Seoul: 3 AM KST
Tokyo: 3 AM JST
Sydney: 5 AM AEDT
Auckland: 7 AM NZDT

Avowed Standard Edition Release Time — Image Credit: Microsoft / Dexerto

How to Preload Avowed

To ensure you can dive into Avowed as soon as it becomes available, preloading is highly recommended. Follow these simple steps:

Purchase Avowed via the Xbox Store or Steam, or ensure you have Xbox Game Pass.
Locate Avowed on your chosen platform’s store.
Click the pre-install button.
Select the desired hard drive (SSD is recommended for optimal performance).
Confirm the download by clicking pre-install once more.

Download File Size

Avowed File Size Information — Image Credit: Microsoft / Dexerto

On launch day, the file size for Avowed on PC will be approximately 72.03 GB, which is relatively modest compared to other high-profile releases. For perspective, titles like Dragon Age: The Veilguard occupy about 93 GB, while the recent Indiana Jones and the Great Circle requires around 113 GB. Another notable RPG, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, also demands a considerable 84 GB of storage.

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