Obsidian Entertainment has built a strong reputation as one of the best RPG developers. The studio is most famous for creating Fallout: New Vegas, but that’s not the only masterpiece it has delivered. Enter Pillars of Eternity, a rich, isometric RPG that continues to capture the hearts of players.
This title also offers a deep, immersive experience where choices matter, characters are memorable, and the world is alive with detail. But it seems the studio isn’t basking on its achievements. The studio is cooking up something exciting once again.
Recently, the developers teased that they will be introducing Turn-Based Combat into the game in the coming months. This announcement has created a lot of buzz in the community.
Obsidian is introducing Turn-based combat for Pillars of Eternity
Set in the world of Eora, Pillars of Eternity doesn’t just rely on typical fantasy tropes but also takes a dive into philosophical themes and moral conundrums. Every decision, whether in dialogue or combat, has a significant impact on the unfolding story.
It looks like developers want to make the decision-making even more important in the game by introducing turn-based combat, allowing players to think carefully about their moves, analyze enemy weaknesses, and plan each turn for optimal effectiveness.
This provides players a chance to revisit the game they have known and loved for 10 years, recently celebrated its anniversary. It has also been announced that fans will have the opportunity to test it soon, with a full release planned later this year.
A new Turn-Based Combat mode is in development for Obsidian’s Pillars of Eternity, coming later this year.https://t.co/uNUokG6dGx pic.twitter.com/4YWUtAcENF
— Klobrille (@klobrille) March 27, 2025
Finally something that can scratch that Temple of Elemental Evil itch…
— Bread Gloves (@SpecShadow) March 27, 2025
I think a great moment to start my journey into PoE after brilliant Awoved
— Rellight (@Rellight1) March 27, 2025
This change in combat might be inspired by Baldur’s Gate 3, which took the RPG genre to new heights with its own turn-based combat. Whatever the reason, it’s exciting to see so many changes coming to a relatively old game.
Suppose the combat can raise the gameplay experience even further. In that case, it will give players a reason to revisit the game, whether you’re a veteran player looking to see the enhanced experience or a newcomer to the studio’s work.
Developers looking to enhance the experience with the recent patch
Along with the announcement of turn-based combat, the studio has also released a huge patch that improves many aspects of the game. This includes fine-tuning the game’s visuals (giving it a modern touch), combat, quests, and more.
The new patch is part of the developer’s ongoing effort to make PoE as polished and enjoyable as possible. From bug fixes to balance adjustments, every change is made to help solidify the game as one of the most memorable RPGs.
Even after releasing memorable titles, the studio has not stopped experimenting and delivering titles that push boundaries in the RPG genre. Even though it is working on newer titles, it’s taking its time to enhance older ones.
As we await the arrival of this exciting new feature, it’s clear that PoE will continue to evolve and surprise players with new ways to engage with its complex, beautiful world.
So, if you haven’t yet experienced it, there’s never been a better time to dive in and see what makes this game truly special, especially after the recent patch.
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