Modders Bring Avowed Experience to PS5, Despite Its Absence

Currently, Avowed doesn’t have a release scheduled for the PlayStation, but if you’re gaming on a PC, there are mods that can help you pretend it does.

Here’s the thing: it’s hard to believe that Avowed won’t eventually make its way to PlayStation. Phil Spencer from Xbox often talks about bringing their games to other platforms. Plus, there are whispers about Halo possibly being launched on the Nintendo Switch 2, so it seems unlikely that Avowed would remain exclusively off the PS5 forever. But for now, if you want to dive into the game, you’ll find it only on Xbox Series X/S and PC. These platforms are great for gaming, though personally, I have a soft spot for PlayStation’s interface—it just feels like home.

Thankfully, modders are always there to bridge the gap. Already, there’s a mod that switches all the in-game controller prompts to match PlayStation buttons. So, if you need to interact with something, you’ll find comfort in hitting the square button. When it comes to jumping, you know the X button has you covered—unless you’re navigating the quirky controls of Kingdom Hearts, where things get a bit confusing. Modder NeuroticNinjah is behind this straightforward yet effective mod, ideal for those who prefer a PlayStation controller but don’t want the mental gymnastics of mismatched button prompts.

But wait, there’s more! Another talented modder, Chachinito, has crafted a mod to swap the Avowed splash screen with the PlayStation Studios one. It doesn’t change the gameplay, but it’s a fun tweak for PlayStation fans gaming on PC who find themselves a bit miffed by the Xbox exclusivity. Sometimes, a little cheeky spite is just what you need for a good laugh.

We’ll just have to sit tight and see if Avowed lands on PlayStation before the potential DLC or sequel the game’s director seems to have in mind—it could happen, considering how drawn-out these processes can be these days.