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Avowed

Image: Obsidian Entertainment

Bethesda’s open-world RPGs, like Skyrim, can offer up vast open worlds that you can get lost in. But they also tend to be buggy, poorly written, and have combat that is lacking. Avowed, from Obsidian Entertainment, offers up the same vibes of a big Elder Scrolls game, but with better combat, better writing, and smaller open worlds to explore that offer more visual variety and are less of a slog to trek across. And by the end, you’ll likely adore your small group of companions. — Zack Zwiezen

A Good Match For: Fans of big fantasy RPGs, Skyrim, and exploration.

Not A Good Match For: People who find talkative companions annoying.

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