I love Microsoft's Avowed, but it further cements how much I dislike the concept of paid 'Early Access' and a forced FOMO.

Avowed is one of many titles offering early access at a premium cost, and while it seems a necessary evil for the survival of Game Pass, I simply do not like it.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/i-love-avowed-but-dislike-paid-early-access

Created 3d | Feb 17, 2025, 1:20:11 PM


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