Avowed Director Leaves Obsidian for Netflix’s Oxenfree Studio

In a significant development for the gaming industry, Carrie Patel, the director of Obsidian Entertainment's upcoming RPG, Avowed, has accepted a new position at Night School Studio, a Netflix-owned developer known for the Oxenfree series. Patel announced her transition via LinkedIn, revealing she will serve as Game Director at Night School, although her current project remains unannounced. She has been instrumental in shaping Avowed following a reboot, steering its vision towards a vibrant, single-player experience with multiple expansive maps. While her departure raises questions about the future of Avowed, which has recently received positive acclaim, Obsidian is also poised to showcase its next project, The Outer Worlds 2, at the upcoming Xbox Games Showcase.

Avowed is a first-person RPG developed by Obsidian Entertainment, set in the same universe as Pillars of Eternity. Carrie Patel, a long-time Obsidian employee, played a crucial role in directing the game's development and has previously worked on titles like The Outer Worlds and Pillars of Eternity. Her exit marks a notable shift in the development team of Avowed as it moves forward.

Avowed is highly anticipated due to its developers’ reputation for crafting compelling RPGs. The game features a fresh take on fantasy storytelling, striving to deliver a unique single-player journey. The game's recent success and Patel's leadership have put it on the radar of RPG fans, making the upcoming expansions and Obsidian's continued growth in the genre one to watch.