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Divinity: Original Sin 2

It’s not very often a game as special as this comes out and the more I play Divinity: Original Sin 2 the more certain I am that it’s one of the best RPG’s of all time.
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95% User Score Based on 89,581 reviews
Critic Score 92%Based on 54 reviews

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Divinity: Original Sin 2 is a single player and multiplayer role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Larian Studios and was released on September 13, 2017. It received very positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Divinity: Original Sin II is a single-player and multiplayer turn-based RPG with a strong focus on strategic gameplay and a well-crafted narrative. The game boasts an intriguing story, masterful atmosphere, and plenty of humor, accompanied by outstanding game mechanics, visuals, and soundtrack. Despite some bugs and a lot of grinding, the game offers high replayability due to its pen & paper RPG-like levels of freedom.

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 89,581 reviews
story10.9k positive mentions
grinding714 negative mentions
  • The story of 'Divinity: Original Sin 2' is praised for its depth, complexity, and engaging character arcs, offering a rich, immersive experience filled with meaningful choices.
  • The graphics are stunning, showcasing a beautifully crafted world with vibrant art and detailed environments that enhance the overall experience.
  • The gameplay features deep, strategic turn-based combat with a variety of character builds and environmental interactions, encouraging experimentation and creativity.
  • Some players found the quest design frustrating due to vague objectives and a lack of clear direction, leading to confusion and reliance on external guides.
  • The game suffers from stability issues, with many players reporting bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, particularly in later acts and multiplayer modes.
  • The combat can become tedious, with some players expressing frustration over the lack of meaningful experience points and the cumbersome nature of inventory management.
  • story
    26,148 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Divinity: Original Sin 2" is widely praised for its depth, complexity, and engaging character arcs, with many players highlighting the intricate intertwining of personal quests and the main narrative. While some reviewers noted pacing issues and a tendency for the plot to become convoluted, the overall consensus is that the game offers a rich, immersive experience filled with meaningful choices that significantly impact the story. However, some players found the quest design frustrating, with vague objectives and a lack of clear direction leading to confusion and reliance on external guides.

    • “The storytelling approach adopted in Divinity: Original Sin 2 is masterful; every detail is accounted for.”
    • “The story is incredibly well-written, the characters are memorable, and the player gets easily immersed.”
    • “The story is rich and full of twists, and the characters are all interesting with their own personal arcs.”
    • “The game is better in terms of possibilities, choices, graphics, stuff like that, but at the same time the overall story, in my opinion, is worse. There are inconsistencies and plot holes in the narrative, like a character you killed still appearing at the end even though you consumed their soul.”
    • “The quests in this game are excruciatingly vague, which to me made the gameplay and exploration very tedious.”
    • “The story is weak.”
  • gameplay
    8,311 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Divinity: Original Sin 2" is widely praised for its depth, strategic turn-based combat, and intricate mechanics that encourage experimentation and creativity. Players appreciate the variety of character builds, environmental interactions, and the freedom to approach challenges in multiple ways, although some find the learning curve steep and certain mechanics, like the armor system, frustrating. Overall, the game offers a rich and immersive experience, combining engaging storytelling with rewarding gameplay that keeps players invested for hours.

    • “The gameplay is incredibly fun and is easily the best turn-based game I've ever played.”
    • “The combat is a well-crafted set of turn-based mechanics, being a blend of melee, range, and magic, where elemental/magical interactions are king.”
    • “The gameplay is deep and engaging, with a vast array of skills and abilities to choose from, as well as a rich and immersive world to explore.”
    • “The gameplay and mechanics are often counter-intuitive, leading to frequent restarts and deaths that feel unfair rather than challenging.”
    • “The quests in this game are excruciatingly vague, which made the gameplay and exploration very tedious.”
    • “The game is clunky, unclear in both its story and mechanics, and yes—everything is always on fire.”
  • graphics
    3,668 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of "Divinity: Original Sin 2" have received widespread acclaim for their stunning visuals and detailed environments, which enhance the immersive experience of the game. Players appreciate the vibrant art style, intricate character models, and the overall aesthetic that combines both beauty and functionality, making it a standout in the RPG genre. While some critiques mention that the graphics may not be as advanced as newer titles, they still hold up impressively well, contributing to the game's rich storytelling and engaging gameplay.

    • “The graphics are stunning, showcasing a world that feels alive and brimming with beauty.”
    • “From towering fortresses to dark caves, to rivers of lava and ruins, to bustling cities and dense forests, all kinds of aesthetics are present and each one is lovingly crafted.”
    • “The graphics, especially for a game at this age, are stunning.”
    • “The graphics were outdated when the game originally came out, never mind by today's standards.”
    • “Game is super boring with poor graphics and boring as hell gameplay!”
    • “The graphics aren't 10/10 but did at times pause for a moment to check out the areas with 'aww'.”
  • music
    3,184 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in "Divinity: Original Sin 2" has received widespread acclaim for its exceptional quality and immersive qualities, with many players praising the soundtrack as one of the best in gaming. Composed by Borislav Slavov, the music enhances the game's atmosphere, with dynamic tracks that adapt to gameplay and character choices, including the ability to select a personal instrument that influences the soundtrack. While some players noted a desire for more variety in the music, the overall consensus is that the soundtrack significantly contributes to the game's emotional depth and enjoyment, making it a standout feature.

    • “This is a fantastic turn-based game with loads of content, loads of different ways to play, and a fantastic soundtrack to boot!”
    • “The world is vibrant and detailed, environments are varied, and the soundtrack by Borislav Slavov is exceptional, elevating quiet exploration and dramatic confrontations alike.”
    • “The music is clean, the visuals are stunning, and the dialogues are engaging, making the overall experience immersive.”
    • “The soundtrack didn't have much of an impact on me, none of the tracks standing out, or being something I'd want to find and listen to again, which is a shame.”
    • “The music to my taste was standard bland fantasy RPG fare.”
    • “The music is merely serviceable, it's sample based and transparently low budget but the compositions are overall fine with both inspired and uninspired points.”
  • replayability
    2,400 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game boasts exceptional replayability, with players highlighting the vast array of character builds, diverse storylines, and multiple choices that significantly alter gameplay experiences. Many reviews emphasize the depth of customization and the impact of decisions on the narrative, encouraging multiple playthroughs to explore different outcomes and character interactions. Additionally, the inclusion of mod support and a game master mode further enhances the game's replay value, making it a must-play for RPG enthusiasts.

    • “The amount of content is decently big between the main story and all the side quests, and it seems to have a lot of replay value.”
    • “It has great replay value because there are so many storylines and character interactions that change based on your choices.”
    • “The game's branching storylines and multiple endings ensure that no two playthroughs are the same, offering immense replay value.”
    • “The replayability is absurd.”
    • “The only thing I will say is I feel there is more replayability with Baldur's Gate 3 compared to this game.”
    • “However, the story suffers from pacing issues, becoming hard to care about halfway through, and the lengthy campaign dilutes replayability.”
  • humor
    1,335 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in "Divinity: Original Sin 2" is widely praised for its clever writing, memorable characters, and the ability to blend dark themes with lighthearted moments. Players enjoy the witty dialogue, especially when interacting with animals through the "Pet Pal" skill, which often leads to hilarious exchanges. While some find the humor occasionally juvenile or forced, the overall consensus is that it enhances the game's charm and contributes to a fun, engaging experience, particularly in co-op play where unexpected antics can lead to laughter and chaos.

    • “The best feature of the game is its unique blend of fantasy spiced with serious lore and humorous encounters (particularly with Sir Lora :D) runs very well on the deck too!”
    • “Playing as a skeleton wearing a bucket so as not to frighten people was hilarious.”
    • “The writing is sharp, emotional, and often laced with dry humor or existential weight.”
    • “Sometimes the Reddit-tier writing can be a bit jarring and distracting, but can mostly be ignored.”
    • “There's a meta-quality infused into the game that you can tell the developers put there to give it a lightheartedness and a 'don't take it so seriously, it's only a game' vibe, but the result is some fantasy-ruining fourth-wall breaks and some truly baffling choices by the developers; which are not funny, ironic, or clever, but rather confounding, annoying, time-wasting, unfair, utterly enigmatic, and poorly thought-through.”
    • “The story is a sad, unfunny joke, with few redeeming characters that actually make you care about them; there are far too many characters that are interesting at first glance but, woops, look at that, some pages went missing!”
  • grinding
    803 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The grinding aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players expressing frustration over the lack of meaningful experience points and the tedious nature of combat encounters. Many reviews highlight that the game does not allow for traditional grinding, leading to feelings of being under-leveled and forced into difficult battles without adequate preparation. Additionally, inventory management and quest navigation are often described as cumbersome and tedious, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “While excessive grinding can be bad, no grinding option can be a waste of a very enjoyable combat system with character builds and tactics players are eager to try out.”
    • “There's no grinding in Divinity: Original Sin games -- in the sense that every battle is meaningful, necessary, and well-planned out by the developers.”
    • “The gameplay isn't too grindy, and the smaller storylines that overlap the main storyline are fun and engaging.”
    • “The game is tedious, it has an awful armor system, tons of useless loot that only exists to trigger your hoarder syndrome, unfair and unbalanced fights even on normal difficulty.”
    • “The quests in this game are excruciatingly vague which to me made the gameplay and exploration very tedious.”
    • “The combat on classic difficulty is a tedious slug fest if you deviate even a tiny bit from the 'intended' path as you encounter much stronger enemies.”
  • stability
    586 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with many players reporting a significant number of bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, particularly in later acts. While some users have experienced minimal issues and found the game to run smoothly, others have faced frequent crashes, quest-breaking bugs, and frustrating freezes, especially in multiplayer modes. Overall, while the game offers an engaging experience, its stability remains a concern for many players, necessitating frequent saves and patience to navigate its technical shortcomings.

    • “I played this on ultra and had absolutely no glitches with it; it ran exceptionally well.”
    • “It's not bug free, but there's a degree of polish in every aspect of this game which I'm unaccustomed to seeing.”
    • “The gameplay is fun, the characters are interesting, the graphics are top notch, and the experience is pretty bug free.”
    • “This game is a buggy mess that constantly wastes your time through glitches, unclear boundaries in battles, unclear terrain interactions, poor autosaving, etc. If you don't quicksave every minute, then you'll get totally screwed at some point.”
    • “The game is extremely buggy, and not in a minor way. It has numerous bugs and glitches that will annoy you throughout your playthrough.”
    • “Way too many game-breaking glitches to make the entire game even playable, let alone enjoyable.”
  • character development
    415 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in "Divinity: Original Sin 2" is widely praised for its depth and complexity, offering players a rich array of choices that significantly impact gameplay and narrative. Many reviewers highlight the engaging backstories of party members and the meaningful interactions that evolve throughout the game, creating a sense of immersion akin to a tabletop RPG experience. However, some critiques mention that certain character designs and dialogue can feel inconsistent or lack polish, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “Divinity: Original Sin II is a masterpiece in the RPG genre, offering an unparalleled blend of storytelling, character development, and strategic gameplay.”
    • “The character development throughout the game, as well as the relationships between those characters, is phenomenal, and each of the main party members' campaigns are entire stories unto themselves.”
    • “The depth of character development is fantastic for each character, and that's saying something, for how many forward-facing characters there are.”
    • “After a while the combat becomes so tedious that the storyline and character development cannot overcome it.”
    • “A major disappointment as an RPG with a total disrespect towards such concepts as 'role-playing', 'lore', 'storytelling', 'character development', or really anything at all that this genre is loved for.”
    • “However, the tedious combat, disagreeable story, poor character development, and unrelenting progression grind ruined this game for me.”
  • optimization
    370 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback from players. While many praise its solid performance and ability to run smoothly on a range of hardware, including older systems, others report frequent performance issues, particularly in later acts and during intense combat scenarios. Overall, the game is generally well-optimized, but some users have experienced stuttering and lag, especially in graphically demanding areas.

    • “The game is extremely well optimized, looks great, there's nothing to complain about.”
    • “Performance is solid, even on mid-range systems.”
    • “This game is very well optimized (one of the best I have seen), I ran this on minimum requirements and performance was pretty brilliant.”
    • “This game’s files are poorly optimized.”
    • “I'll continue my playthrough, but there are frequent enough performance issues that I am really disappointed to see.”
    • “Game is just sadly not optimized well at all for modern hardware.”
  • emotional
    343 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is a standout feature, with players frequently expressing deep connections to the characters and their stories, often leading to heartfelt moments and even tears. The writing, voice acting, and soundtrack contribute significantly to the emotional depth, creating a rich narrative experience that resonates with players. While some critiques mention inconsistencies in emotional engagement compared to other RPGs, the overall sentiment highlights a powerful blend of humor, tragedy, and personal investment that makes the journey memorable and impactful.

    • “The only redeeming creatures in this world seem to be the animals, dogs especially, having absolutely heartbreaking dialogue if you end up taking the Pet Pal perk to be able to chat with them.”
    • “Their personal stories feel meaningful, reactive, and emotionally grounded, especially when you commit to them across an entire campaign.”
    • “By the end of the game, you are so heavily invested in the characters and their progression in their world (which very quickly becomes your world too) that it's almost heartbreaking to let them go.”
    • “Cliché boring storyline.”
    • “Top it off with another tired and boring story about the main protagonist being touched by divine power and his ascent to godhood.”
    • “The sweet combat is mired by persistent crashes, a clunky trade system, and a boring story.”
  • atmosphere
    330 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere in the game is widely praised for its immersive quality, combining stunning visuals, a rich soundtrack, and detailed environments that bring the world to life. Players appreciate the depth of character interactions and the dynamic sound design, which enhances the emotional impact of the narrative. While some critiques mention inconsistencies in tone, the overall consensus highlights the game's ability to create a captivating and engaging atmosphere that draws players into its richly crafted universe.

    • “The atmosphere in this game is truly amazing, and I highly recommend it to everyone!”
    • “The handcrafted world of Rivellon is breathtakingly beautiful, with lush landscapes, intricate dungeons, and atmospheric lighting that bring it to life.”
    • “The atmosphere, story-telling, pace, and characters are all sublime.”
    • “The game's atmosphere is awful.”
    • “The atmosphere looks more realistic, but it feels dull, to be honest.”
    • “It's just sad how much of that atmosphere was lost in this game; it doesn't feel related to the first one at all.”
  • monetization
    112 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model of the game has been widely praised for its absence of microtransactions, DLCs, and other predatory practices common in the industry today. Players appreciate that the game offers a complete experience upon purchase without any additional costs or ads, contrasting sharply with many AAA titles that rely on cash grabs. However, some users expressed frustration with a launcher that includes ads, which detracts from the overall experience despite the game's commitment to fair monetization.

    • “No money grabbing nonsense like important content locked behind a paywall, no microtransactions, just a complete game available immediately upon initial purchase.”
    • “It is also worth noting that Divinity: Original Sin 2 does not feature any of the predatory monetization schemes that are all too common in games today.”
    • “This game is such a breath of fresh air in the age of unfinished games peddling loot boxes and microtransactions.”
    • “I don't know what that window is that pops up when I start the game, ads maybe or whatever, but I didn't pay for that.”
    • “They injected a launcher after I bought the game that adds 30+ seconds between me launching the game and the game actually launching.”
    • “This is a must buy, especially if you want to give the middle finger to scummy publishers who fill their games with microtransactions, loot boxes, and other anti-consumer practices.”
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Divinity: Original Sin 2 is a role playing game with fantasy theme.

Divinity: Original Sin 2 is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Steam Deck and others.

The main story can be completed in around 59 hours, while the entire game is estimated to take about 153 hours to finish. On average players spend around 108 hours playing Divinity: Original Sin 2.

Divinity: Original Sin 2 was released on September 13, 2017.

Divinity: Original Sin 2 was developed by Larian Studios.

Divinity: Original Sin 2 has received very positive reviews from players and very positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Divinity: Original Sin 2 is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Baldur's Gate 3, Divinity: Original Sin, Pillars of Eternity, Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous, Baldur's Gate 2 and others.