Avowed's Massive Day-One Patch Overhauls Progression and Fixes Key Issues

The 66GB update introduces a revamped equipment tier system, buffs companions, and addresses numerous bugs and crashes.

The patch significantly softens the game's equipment tier system, reducing penalties for using lower-tier weapons and making progression smoother.
Companions receive buffs, including increased starting health and improved health recovery upon revival in combat.
Major bug fixes include resolving issues with missing NPCs, broken quests, and inaccessible areas that blocked progression.
Visual and audio improvements enhance gameplay, such as fixing previously invisible effects for wand abilities and improving sound transitions.
The update also addresses crashes, optimizes performance, and adjusts merchant inventories to make upgrading gear more accessible.