Obsidian Entertainment's latest RPG, *Avowed*, is generating significant excitement among gamers. While the game itself is impressive, mods can enhance the experience, making gameplay smoother and more enjoyable. Here's a rundown of the best mods for *Avowed* that you should consider to elevate your gaming experience.

Best Mods for Avowed

Better Companions

One of the standout features of *Avowed* is the ability to recruit companions to assist you in navigating the perilous Living Lands. However, the default companions often fall short in combat, leaving much of the burden on you. The Better Companions mod addresses this issue by enhancing the effectiveness of your allies during battles. While you'll still lead the charge, this mod ensures your companions contribute more significantly, reducing the frustration of returning to find the same number of enemies you left behind.

Optimized Tweaks AVD – Reduced Stutter, Lower Latency, Better Frametimes, Improved Performance

The most sought-after mod on Nexus Mods for *Avowed* focuses on enhancing the game's performance. Even the most polished games can suffer from latency issues, and *Avowed* is no exception. Players have reported stuttering, but the community has stepped up with a mod that tackles these problems head-on. The Optimized Tweaks mod improves CPU and GPU efficiency, reduces latency, speeds up loading and boot times, and enhances streaming and memory management, all while maintaining the game's visual quality. This mod is essential for a smoother, more enjoyable gaming experience.

More Ability Points

For players focused on personalizing their gameplay, the journey to crafting the perfect build can be time-consuming due to the need to accumulate Ability Points. The More Ability Points mod accelerates this process by granting two additional Ability Points per level. This allows for significant early upgrades, freeing you from the constant dilemma of how to allocate your limited points and enabling you to experiment with different builds more freely.

More Lockpicks

Lockpicks are crucial in *Avowed* for accessing the locked chests scattered throughout the Living Lands, which often contain valuable gear. However, acquiring Lockpicks can be challenging. The More Lockpicks mod solves this issue by increasing the availability of Lockpicks from traders. This ensures you're less likely to run out when you encounter a rare chest, though you'll still need to purchase them, so keep an eye out for opportunities to stock up.

Shorter Death Screen

For newcomers to RPGs like *Avowed*, early struggles and frequent deaths are common. The game's lengthy death screen can add to the frustration of these setbacks. The Shorter Death Screen mod alleviates this by reducing the time spent on the death screen, allowing you to jump back into the action more quickly and play with less interruption.

These are the top mods for *Avowed* that can significantly enhance your gameplay. All of these mods are available on Nexus Mods, so be sure to check them out and tailor your *Avowed* experience to your liking.

*Avowed is available now on PC and Xbox.*