Divinity: Original Sin II

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 2570 Ratings

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  1. Oddkeep
    Sep 22, 2017
    10
    As far as RPGs are concerned this lands in my top 5. It ticks all the boxes. The writing, characters, combat, environments(man the environments! Double Rainbow!), voice acting. A rich, detailed and beautiful world. The game sets you loose right away with many different options for handling every situation. This creates a true sense of freedom. Give this game your undivided attention andAs far as RPGs are concerned this lands in my top 5. It ticks all the boxes. The writing, characters, combat, environments(man the environments! Double Rainbow!), voice acting. A rich, detailed and beautiful world. The game sets you loose right away with many different options for handling every situation. This creates a true sense of freedom. Give this game your undivided attention and take your time with it and you will be rewarded greatly! A true work of art!… Expand
  2. ch4s3
    Sep 22, 2017
    10
    I don't normally write game reviews, but I felt strongly enough about this one to sign up and write a short review.

    D:OS2 is pretty refreshing and unique in the current landscape of games offering open ended(ish) game-play and fun combat that will remind you a bit of XCOM. It's hard and can be frustrating, but is rewarding when you figure out a winning strategy. The writing is quite    I don't normally write game reviews, but I felt strongly enough about this one to sign up and write a short review.

    D:OS2 is pretty refreshing and unique in the current landscape of games offering open ended(ish) game-play and fun combat that will remind you a bit of XCOM. It's hard and can be frustrating, but is rewarding when you figure out a winning strategy. The writing is quite good as well and you begin to build interest in the characters pretty quickly. The game isn't without bugs on release, but the team has been responsive, and it looks like it will have great re-playability. It's probably a 9 for me as of today, but a 10 in potential.    … Expand
  3. PogoTime
    Sep 22, 2017
    8
    This is not for you when....

    I though it would be as good as the Trailers. I know that some will not agree but there are 2 Concerns I have with the game. 1) The Storytelling is just too much for me. The first 4 Hours i Spend like 90% in Dialogues, not fighting, not exploring, just reading. 2) The graphic and clicking seems not "state of the art" sometimes the move-to cursor is very    This is not for you when....

    I though it would be as good as the Trailers. I know that some will not agree but there are 2 Concerns I have with the game. 1) The Storytelling is just too much for me. The first 4 Hours i Spend like 90% in Dialogues, not fighting, not exploring, just reading. 2) The graphic and clicking seems not "state of the art" sometimes the move-to cursor is very inaccurate and not visible while the constant turning of the camera is mandatory due to secrets or loot otherwise forgotten, wasnt that much fun for me tho.

    Nevertheless I respect the immense Storytelling work that was put in this game. If you a "real" RP fan , this might be for you, if you are looking for combat and leveling this might be a little to slow for you.    … Expand
  4. MagicMagoo
    Sep 21, 2017
    10
    Every once in a while there comes a game that raises the bar a notch - this game puts the bar so high it's almost out of reach of the competition. My only worry is what will Larian to for an encore.

    Should keep the most die-hard RPG players happy for months.
    MM
  5. v4vendetta
    Sep 21, 2017
    10
    Well, I pre-purchased this game while it was still in development and you know what one of the best games (in this genre) I have ever played.

    Just before the release date, my graphics card went dead and you know what, I have been playing this game with an i7 4790k, 8 gigs of RAM and NO GRAPHICS CARD. This game is very very optimized and gameplay, oh hell, everyone knows about it,    Well, I pre-purchased this game while it was still in development and you know what one of the best games (in this genre) I have ever played.

    Just before the release date, my graphics card went dead and you know what, I have been playing this game with an i7 4790k, 8 gigs of RAM and NO GRAPHICS CARD.

    This game is very very optimized and gameplay, oh hell, everyone knows about it, amazing duh !!!

    10/10    … Expand
  6. Davis119
    Sep 21, 2017
    10
    First things first. I really like RPGs so this review might be a bit biased. Also I'm not a native english speaker, so there might be some grammatical errors.

    The good: -The Multiplayer is how things should be done. You can actively play with 3 friends can load into the game any time you want from any safegame. Everyone plays their own character and can walk the world, while every    First things first. I really like RPGs so this review might be a bit biased. Also I'm not a native english speaker, so there might be some grammatical errors.

    The good:

    -The Multiplayer is how things should be done. You can actively play with 3 friends can load into the game any time you want from any safegame. Everyone plays their own character and can walk the world, while every interaction has meaning in its own way. So other players can actively screw you if they so desire and at times they will without wanting to do so.
    (Been playing with 2 friends for now 40 hours and still going strong)

    -They choices in this game are far reaching and meaningful, so you can actively meet people you saved earlier or some people might be angry at you for killing someone. You can act like a douche or a savoir, but most questgivers offer choices which go more into moral grey areas. This in itself is a great thing to do in every RPG, at least in my opinion. EVERY CHOICE HAS MEANING. It's like a real world with real people in it. It's a loveletter to everyone who likes Baldurs Gate 2 or even Planescape: Torment. Still the replayability in this game is through the roof. You can play this game 5 times and not see every choice you can make.

    -The Story is superior to the Original SIn 1, which in itself isn't all that hard to achieve but this time they actually made more of an effort to engage you in the story. It starts with you not knowing what's going on at all, but after some time it gains traction and becomes pretty engaging, which is partly due to the great voice acting. Everything in this game is voiced, which is itself is an achievement in itself. There are about 84000 voicelines in this game, which is absolutely staggering. This time around you feel a lot more important in the story and more epic overall. Plus the cutscenes have some of the beautiful art you can get in Video games.

    The turn based battle system feels honed and intuitive. Every skilltree is viable and adds to your character in a meaningful way. Want to be Necromancer, Summoner? You can be and it's strong tree to actually invest to. Want to be a mage? You can be in so many ways it's hard to actually count the things you can to in this game. Want to be a Ranger or Melee? Me and my friends are actually going all physical and it's working great. There are many ways to win. The magical/physical armor on every enemy makes it possible. If you smashed their armor they are able to be stunlocked, which makes for some interesting combinations.

    The Bad: These are some minor issues overall, but stil should be talked about.

    -Minor bugs with quests. And the questlog can be pretty convoluted at times, so you have no idea what you can do, or must do to finish some quests. (Which can be a good thing if you're into that stuff)

    -Your equipment becomes irrelevant pretty fast in later levels so buying new stuff for every character can become tedious at times (which can be bypassed if you have friends and they actually do that on their own).

    The difficulty in later levels is pretty uneven. Early into the game it's pretty hard and you will die if you approach a fight the wrong way. In later levels it's getting to the point where it's pretty much impossible to die if you know what you're doing. Luckily you can change the difficulty, so it becomes more challenging.

    In conclusion:

    This game is a loveletter to anyone who likes RPGs. The goods heavily outweigh the bads in this game. This game shackled me to my computer for hours on end.
    I implore you don't pirate this game, the developers deserve your money, you can see their love for games in every fiber of this game.
    This game is a masterpiece and should be treated as such.
    Buy this game you if you even slightly like games, you will not regret it.    … Expand
  7. armonia1987
    Sep 21, 2017
    10
    A true masterpiece!

    After playing the first one i was really waiting for this one and it's the best game ever!!!
    From graphics to audio and music.. From races to skills and abilities it's really awesome!
    The story so far is unique and pretty good! Like i said! awesome game!
  8. coustoe
    Sep 21, 2017
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played. Reminds me of old school text based RPGs, MUDS, Ultima, and D&D and Diablo. Total freedom in leveling old school style including choosing your own stats and skills, but a whole new level in tactical combat. Not only is combat a joy, but the story and writing is reminiscent of Baldur's Gate. Adding a good narrator voice and excellentlyOne of the best games I have ever played. Reminds me of old school text based RPGs, MUDS, Ultima, and D&D and Diablo. Total freedom in leveling old school style including choosing your own stats and skills, but a whole new level in tactical combat. Not only is combat a joy, but the story and writing is reminiscent of Baldur's Gate. Adding a good narrator voice and excellently written dialogue and voice actors takes this to another level. in a generation this will be a classic of gaming. I'm truly inspired, didn't know great games were still possible.… Expand
  9. Jimbo99
    Sep 21, 2017
    10
    Deep, rich, complex and beautiful. Not entirely free of bugs and frustrations despite lengthy early access, but story and game play more than make up for that. If you have an interest in RPGs, in turn based combat, in detailed character arcs and love watching wind in the trees and wafting over water in a stunning landscape, simply buy this and luxuriate.
  10. RexSol
    Sep 21, 2017
    10
    Possibly the best CRPG ever made. If you liked the first one, you're gonna like this one. Really fun to play in multiplayer co-op. Will certainly keep me busy for a few hundred hours.
  11. Hillmaus
    Sep 21, 2017
    10
    Thank you Larian Studios, for creating a masterpiece.Best RPG of the year (for me best game of the year) A great story,excellent characters,superb music and so on.Buy it, play it, enjoy it.
  12. VittorioCs
    Sep 21, 2017
    10
    The gamge is absolutely brilliant. Beautiful graphic, interesting dialogs. Best RPG of this decade. Cannot be compared to the first game, that is also good, but this one will come up like the best rpgs ever
  13. Mxm0
    Sep 21, 2017
    10
    These are my fav games (Witcher 3, Skyrim (and F4), Divinity Original Sin EE, XCOM 2, Stellaris, and the Mass effect trilogy)

    ****you shouldn't take interest in a review unless you share common ground** To me there is no user score for this game below 10 for it's class. ( You can't compare this to the Witcher 3, the budget and class are different). Thank you Sven for bringing the    These are my fav games (Witcher 3, Skyrim (and F4), Divinity Original Sin EE, XCOM 2, Stellaris, and the Mass effect trilogy)

    ****you shouldn't take interest in a review unless you share common ground**

    To me there is no user score for this game below 10 for it's class. ( You can't compare this to the Witcher 3, the budget and class are different).

    Thank you Sven for bringing the most hardcore DnD style games back into style, I love the stats in conversation (INT etc), the importance of gear and tactics (Seriously complex), the deep and interwoven story and the rest.

    This should be remembered as one of the very best RPGS ever made, and more it's made for COOP campaign. Sharing this game with your best mate or GF is just supreme.

    I hope you guys make game of the year!

    **and you people giving mixed and negative reviews. Go buy a friggin xbox if you don't like intellgent, complex, and difficult games, there's plenty of trash for you!    … Expand
  14. AcerolaOrion
    Sep 20, 2017
    10
    Its huge. Its diverse. It has a deep story. Lots of ways to solve problems. Lots of meaningful story decisions. Great combat. Complex character development and crafting. It costs less than all other AAA games that are released these days. There are a million more great things that dont fit here.

    Its the perfect crpg.
  15. g-3bo
    Sep 20, 2017
    10
    Triple A, Masterpiece!

    Amazing and huge campaign, multiple difficulties, a lot of class possibilities and party composition, possible to play with 1-4 players (one as host of the game and saves), perfect Game Master mode to play as if in a D&D tabletop game with the engine of the game, perfect system of interaction between elements surfaces (like set fire on oil, poison explodes,    Triple A, Masterpiece!

    Amazing and huge campaign, multiple difficulties, a lot of class possibilities and party composition, possible to play with 1-4 players (one as host of the game and saves), perfect Game Master mode to play as if in a D&D tabletop game with the engine of the game, perfect system of interaction between elements surfaces (like set fire on oil, poison explodes, blood/water eletrified, etc).    … Expand
  16. xhorathor
    Sep 20, 2017
    10
    a masterpiece absolutly epic best rpg and beside witcher 3 a legendary game.
    i love it and the freedom to play it with friends in coop with controler and splitscreen is great.
  17. Bringo69
    Sep 19, 2017
    10
    Absolutely amazing game. Takes the first installment and makes everything better. A must have if you like the first. The polish in this game easily beats AAA games out there. Larian Studio is becoming one of my favorite game developers!
  18. jpeter38
    Sep 19, 2017
    10
    Huge fan of the first game, and definitely wanted to try this one out too. The amount of detail put into this game is astonishing! Every NPC has a voice which makes the world come to life that much more.

    PROS: -Engaging story -Vast array of spells -Spell combination for devastating effects -Every npc scripted with voice - Turn based combat is spot on - Beautiful graphics - The    Huge fan of the first game, and definitely wanted to try this one out too. The amount of detail put into this game is astonishing! Every NPC has a voice which makes the world come to life that much more.

    PROS:
    -Engaging story
    -Vast array of spells
    -Spell combination for devastating effects
    -Every npc scripted with voice
    - Turn based combat is spot on
    - Beautiful graphics
    - The music is wonderful.
    -Character creation is top notch

    CONS:
    No search function in bags. I really thought they'd add this in for the second as it was sometimes ridiculous trying to find one item buried in 100's of items you've found along the way.
    Drop/In out multiplayer is iffy. I am not really a fan of the system because it really penalizes you for joining someone else's game. Everything is saved for him and once you log out it's like you haven't played at all on your own character. If there is a way to load your character into someone else's multiplayer game then disregard this but right now I haven't seen anything about that.    … Expand
  19. codemangler
    Sep 19, 2017
    10
    One of the best rpg that i ever played. Reminds me a lot of ultima 7. If you are fan of any of those old crpg, check this game out. This in-depth quest and Decalogue like the old games but improves the combat by a lot.
  20. kraenk
    Sep 19, 2017
    10
    WATCH THAT Bioware...this is how you do great RPGs, not the pathetic excuse your games have become lately. An orgy for every RPG lover...please support the developers and don't pirate the game!
  21. AbsoluteZ3R0
    Sep 19, 2017
    10
    Best crpg I ever played since baldur's gate 2. Improves everything from the first game, especially the story and the dialogue. if you were one of those person who did not like the story/atmosphere of the first one, then this is for you. The combat is extremely fun and there are lot interesting side quest and world event going on at all times. An absolute masterpiece.
  22. MrAptronym
    Sep 19, 2017
    10
    Divinity: Original Sin II (D:OS II) successfully brings the spirit of tabletop gaming into a video game in a way that feels unique and exciting, even when compared to its CRPG brethren. Beyond just being fantastic, which it is, the game feels like a breath of fresh air. Ideas whose potential were never fully realized in the first game feel as though they have fully blossomed now.

    I    Divinity: Original Sin II (D:OS II) successfully brings the spirit of tabletop gaming into a video game in a way that feels unique and exciting, even when compared to its CRPG brethren. Beyond just being fantastic, which it is, the game feels like a breath of fresh air. Ideas whose potential were never fully realized in the first game feel as though they have fully blossomed now.

    I think the best word to describe D:OS II would be 'deep'. Your character's stats, your decisions in the story, your interactions with other characters, the environment and in combat are all nuanced and have lasting consequences. The game's greatest achievement is that, despite the depth built in on every level, the game never becomes convoluted or confusing. It is a testament to Larian studios that somehow D:OS II has largely avoided the compromises between accessibility and depth that so many RPGs have made over the years.    … Expand
  23. op8
    Sep 19, 2017
    10
    Obviously I haven't finished the game yet. (It's way to early from release date, future readers).
    I'm about 20+ hours into it. I had 1 restart near the beginning. So I'm clearing the place up, close to leaving the starting island.
    But judging the experience so far, as if that alone was a single game, it fully deserves a 9.5/10. From what we've been told that's about 25% of the game.    Obviously I haven't finished the game yet. (It's way to early from release date, future readers).
    I'm about 20+ hours into it. I had 1 restart near the beginning. So I'm clearing the place up, close to leaving the starting island.
    But judging the experience so far, as if that alone was a single game, it fully deserves a 9.5/10. From what we've been told that's about 25% of the game.
    So, in that case I feel it's justified to give this game an early user review.

    The learning curve might be steep for some new players to the genre. But really it just comes down to getting out of the prisoners rags & gearing up, speaking to everyone, and exploring/fighting/THIEVING, your way until you level. Then it kicks in and you won't wanna stop. it really feels like we are being treated to some amazingly talented stuff right now in gaming. Prey, Dishonoured 2, XCOM 2 etc. etc.    … Expand
  24. bugeric
    Sep 19, 2017
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 8/10 because my taunt is resisted by physical armor. Seriously, the new armor system is hard to like if you played the first D:OS. Also, quest log is really messy.

    All in all, its a great game.    … Expand
  25. Aarj12378
    Sep 19, 2017
    8
    Game of the year. Simply good campaign with up to 4 players, stunning graphics and funny encounters with nearly every character being connected in one way or another.

    There are still some issues with the game, server wise. There are also missing some key features in GM mode like selecting multiple units at a time, make simple triggers. Also the game has a GameMaster mode. Some    Game of the year. Simply good campaign with up to 4 players, stunning graphics and funny encounters with nearly every character being connected in one way or another.

    There are still some issues with the game, server wise.
    There are also missing some key features in GM mode like selecting multiple units at a time, make simple triggers.

    Also the game has a GameMaster mode.

    Some features I would like to see or simple idea, most of them for improving the GM mode:
    Custom abilities (GM)
    Choose rewards (GM)
    Better quote/dialogue system (GM)
    Variables(numbers, colors, so on)
    Feedback system to both Devs and Gamemasters.
    Talk to npc(GM)
    Continue or save characters to use in other stories(GM)
    Ambient sounds and pre-recorded narratives/voices(GM)
    Import sounds, videos so on (GM)
    Tells(Animations) (GM)
    Mini card game when waiting? (GM)    … Expand
  26. GeneralGonzo
    Sep 19, 2017
    10
    One of the best RPGs with turn-based combat in the last decade. Free exploration and freedom to do what you want makes this really a roleplaying game deserving it´s name.
    A vast variety of spells, skills and items to craft, free character building and a combat mechanic which is unequaled. In addition a great story, well written characters and speech for even the most unimportant guys    One of the best RPGs with turn-based combat in the last decade. Free exploration and freedom to do what you want makes this really a roleplaying game deserving it´s name.
    A vast variety of spells, skills and items to craft, free character building and a combat mechanic which is unequaled. In addition a great story, well written characters and speech for even the most unimportant guys running around in the game plus really lovely graphics makes this a gem for every RPG fan.
    But if you are more for ARPGs, keep your hands off, it´s really really challenging....    … Expand
  27. yaojiyue
    Sep 18, 2017
    10
    One of the greatest RPG ever
    Great combat system and mission, Give us a sense of achievement
    characters and origin's story are good, with nice music and graphics.
  28. mountainpony
    Sep 18, 2017
    10
    Others have said it but I'll say it again--this game is a damn-near masterpiece. But what makes the game particularly exceptional is the people who made it: Larian Studios. They're bursting at the seams with passion, and the honesty, consistency, and humor with which they ran their Kickstarter campaigns set the standard for how Early Access should be handled. They're the sort of people youOthers have said it but I'll say it again--this game is a damn-near masterpiece. But what makes the game particularly exceptional is the people who made it: Larian Studios. They're bursting at the seams with passion, and the honesty, consistency, and humor with which they ran their Kickstarter campaigns set the standard for how Early Access should be handled. They're the sort of people you want to see succeed and, with this series, it seems they'll finally get the recognition they deserve.… Expand
  29. socokid
    Sep 18, 2017
    9
    Challenging, vast, beautifully scripted and voice acted, exceptional artwork... The very few annoyance I had were patched within days, which was incredible. Having a responsive developer is more important than some may realize.

    The choices that can be made regarding your party and how you engage/perform battles is nearly limitless. As many others have mentioned, you seem slightly off    Challenging, vast, beautifully scripted and voice acted, exceptional artwork... The very few annoyance I had were patched within days, which was incredible. Having a responsive developer is more important than some may realize.

    The choices that can be made regarding your party and how you engage/perform battles is nearly limitless. As many others have mentioned, you seem slightly off kilter at first. There is just a lot to take in... You may wander into battles you are not ready for, you may not have seen those vines to climb up the first 3 times you scanned the area, but stick with it. It is incredibly rewarding once the mechanics become second nature to you.

    Great game all around.    … Expand
  30. abowman
    Sep 18, 2017
    10
    Game of year so far for me. The game is insanely immersive with multiple ways to accomplish most quests / goals. Its very rare in my 30's to be so excited to continue playing a game you lose sleep over it.
  31. 4verse
    Sep 18, 2017
    10
    Dos1 was already very very good, but dos2 is even better. True, there are bugs, but which game is bugfree 4 days after launch (esp when as complex as this pearl) - and Larian is known for fixing issues and supporting a game a long time. No worries there. If you like dos, bgee, poe or similar, buy this game now, you wont regret
  32. atheaven
    Sep 18, 2017
    10
    Game of the year, that's for sure! I like every aspect of the game. Great story, brilliant role-playing, beautiful soundtrack! I'll recommend it to everyone.
  33. skdursh
    Sep 17, 2017
    10
    This game is amazing and if you ask me is probably the only game released this year so far that's worth a damn. The only complaints I see about this game seem to come from people who are frustrated that they aren't smart enough to beat the battles without save scumming. I even see one of the reviews on here some dude crying about have trouble with the game on friggen explorer mode which isThis game is amazing and if you ask me is probably the only game released this year so far that's worth a damn. The only complaints I see about this game seem to come from people who are frustrated that they aren't smart enough to beat the battles without save scumming. I even see one of the reviews on here some dude crying about have trouble with the game on friggen explorer mode which is just insane to me, because it makes the game super easy, too easy in my opinion so I play on classic which has a good balance of difficulty and fun. I'll probably do a second run in tactician and also on the permadeath option mainly because there is just SO MUCH CONTENT in this game. The stories are deep and thoroughly interesting. The graphics are beautiful. The combat is seriously some of best tactical strategy RPG gaming that has ever graced the human race. The only problem with the game right now has to do with a few bugs here and there, but nothing gamebreaking, just slightly annoying, like the global chat was broken with the latest 'hotfix' but the bug is supposed to fixed very soon in an upcoming patch, but there is nothing that is so much of an issue that it actually detracts from any of the pure enjoyment that this game has offer. I'd say if you like interesting stories, intelligent combat and D&D style tabletop RPGs then this game is absolutely for you. If you have an IQ below 40, only play Madden and Call of Duty and can't stand excellent stories and voice acting, then you should probably stay away. One more thing that is awesome is that this game ships with a Game Master mode which is sort of like being a Dungeon Master for D&D or Pathfinder, but in a videogame where you can create your own stories and then act them out with your friends. In it you can play as the all powerful storyteller and god of the game or you can simply be along for the ride and let someone else take the reigns. Besides that what is really interesting is the modding API released with the game the Divinity Engine 2, which is a stupid powerful editor in the context of this game and it allows you to do everything from building your own maps to completely overhauling the game into something completely new (see the quick proof of concept soccer mod that has already been released). GET THIS GAME!… Expand
  34. Sjalka
    Sep 17, 2017
    7
    A little mixed for my taste.

    The visuals of the game are nice. Rich colours and good environmental models create a nice scenery - that does however look a little dated compared to some other modern games, despite having a lot of detail. Character models are on the cartoonish side, but - in my opinion - quite creative and original. Dialogue options are classic and nicely done -    A little mixed for my taste.

    The visuals of the game are nice. Rich colours and good environmental models create a nice scenery - that does however look a little dated compared to some other modern games, despite having a lot of detail.

    Character models are on the cartoonish side, but - in my opinion - quite creative and original. Dialogue options are classic and nicely done - although i had some conversations where i was only allowed options that i felt - were all bad, while other much more realistic ones were simply missing.

    The sound is alright but not remarkable. Environmental sounds felt a bit on the simple side - hardly contributing to the scenery at all. But dialogue is fully voiced (minus the protagonist, who is a mute)

    On to the meat of the game - questing, exploring, progressing....

    Quests are - well... ranging from boring fetch quests, to story progression with a bit more complexity. So i would call it rather average. I have not come across any surprising twists and turns or outstandingly creative quest structure. It is as solid in terms of questing as any RPG 20 years ago - sort of.

    Combat is still like Divinity 1 - with the environment playing a substantial part in combat tactics ... along with a turn system based on action points. While such combat should be exciting - and it does look pretty good in theory. ... i actually did feel a bit underwhelmed with a lot of combat situations in the game ... VERY similar to Divinity 1.

    While it was not just possible - but utterly a cake walk to get to a specific point ... slashing ones way through some trash mobs - I was suddenly confronted with bosses or mini bosses that utterly wiped the floor with me.
    While tough mobs is not a bad thing per se - trash mobs leading to such bosses should - in my opinion - reflect what is to come - and possibly act as at least a sort of indicator of what difficulty was to be expected.

    Some bosses turned out to be way too difficult to beat by just doing the main quest line and maybe the occasional sidequest - and required a lot of luck (a lot of quicksave/quickload) to beat - a sign of rather bad design. I mostly refer to enemy skills that simply feel way overpowered and two-shot - sometimes even one-shot my heroes.

    Enemy AI is not bad - and even smaller monsters can be perilous when the AI successfully makes use of environmental advantages - but it could be much better if the AI consequently exploited it even more. (that is a kind of difficulty i do not mind - when the enemy plays smartly - but by the rules ... )

    Other than that - the game could be a bit better optimized i think. Although it runs well on a low end system, there was some slowdown at times (they tended to fix themselves after a short time) - maybe bad memory usage or i don't know.

    This game is well above average for sure - and worth a lot of hours of enjoyment. But it is not among the best due to its rather conservative quest structure and the strange difficulty spikes in combat.    … Expand
  35. Yosa
    Sep 16, 2017
    6
    About the game, it is a turn base battle rpg, there is crafting, loot and corridor style exploration; this game worth trying if you like these things; what it does well is the rpg side of things, I enjoyed the dialog, the history and developing my character.

    Now onto something that pissed me off, line of site; this was a game mechanic introduced a decade ago in games, this game makes a    About the game, it is a turn base battle rpg, there is crafting, loot and corridor style exploration; this game worth trying if you like these things; what it does well is the rpg side of things, I enjoyed the dialog, the history and developing my character.

    Now onto something that pissed me off, line of site; this was a game mechanic introduced a decade ago in games, this game makes a real point of it; to the detriment of every combat. How fair is it when the you cant target the enemy after they just attacked you, smoke stops line of site even from an area attack aimed close, hell I can shoot a bow through smoke at a guess on the range,but steam in this game can ruin your fight. Larians Idea of line of site is an eyesore on there game and it is broken in its implementation, it sucked in the first one and its worse in this one when they emphasize high objects and cliffs in the open corridor phsuedo open gameplay.

    Inventory bloat is a problem with games in general, this stems from containers being put everwhere and we need a list of just stuff to justify them, this game makes looting a chore, you will quickly fill up your inventory space with junk that your not sure what to keep due to the piecemail crafting that is ill put together.

    Game ending for me(breaking, mabey), when you get to the ship after the island, your presentted with a protection type battle, your package dies game over; normally I would say this is a spoiler, but not when it will end you game and make you start over just to be able to get past it; it more of informative look at what the game does.

    Ive played far worse and this is a decent game, but it rates mediocre.

    As far as bugs, I encountered few, nothing that could not be fixed with a reload and redo.    … Expand
  36. kozzy420
    Sep 16, 2017
    10
    Game of the year!! Larian has done it again! This time the writing is improved to go along with the amazing combat (best combat ever in an rpg) and awesome game world!!!!

    GAME OF THE YEAR 2017!
  37. krasus
    Sep 16, 2017
    10
    The game is a fantastic successor to the previous game. Improving on the previous game more that i assumed possible. They have broken up the Linear nature of the previous game a bit, and successfully added new classes that not are not only fantastic in there own right, but complement the existing classes fantastically. The only criticism i have for the game is the inventory system is aThe game is a fantastic successor to the previous game. Improving on the previous game more that i assumed possible. They have broken up the Linear nature of the previous game a bit, and successfully added new classes that not are not only fantastic in there own right, but complement the existing classes fantastically. The only criticism i have for the game is the inventory system is a little clunky, but the game is otherwise flawless.… Expand
  38. Lordsit
    Sep 16, 2017
    10
    Вторая часть Divinity original sin превосходит первую часть буквально во всем. Современная графика с отличной оптимизацией, полностью переработанный интерфейс, более расширенная и углубленная RPG система (отдельно хочется отметить прокачку она стала намного удобнее и интереснее), искусственный интеллект неписей именуемый в данной части как A.I. 2.0 работает превосходно (боты ведут себяВторая часть Divinity original sin превосходит первую часть буквально во всем. Современная графика с отличной оптимизацией, полностью переработанный интерфейс, более расширенная и углубленная RPG система (отдельно хочется отметить прокачку она стала намного удобнее и интереснее), искусственный интеллект неписей именуемый в данной части как A.I. 2.0 работает превосходно (боты ведут себя более реалистично, хотя полной симуляции жизни они так и не получили, однако воровство теперь не проходит бесследно для игрока). Спутники это вообще отдельная история, они теперь настоящие личности каждый со своей личной историей, целью и мотивацией, взаимоотношения с ними зависят не только от предпочтений игрока и совместных диалогов, но и от действий в игровом мире и реакции спутника на них. Музыкальное оформление в игре теперь полностью оркестровое и адаптируется к действиям игрока в зависимости от того, где и в какой локации он находится, музыка просто божественная!!! В общем игра изобилует множеством других больших и малых изменений и нововведений буквально в каждом игровом аспекте. В заключении хочется сказать, что Larian studios не изменяет себе и продолжает делает умные, интересные, проработанные и осовремененные RPG игры при этом привнося в них что-то новое. Divinity original sin 2 однозначно лучшая RPG 2017 года и одна из лучших RPG на все времена.… Expand
  39. lagrie
    Sep 16, 2017
    10
    Divinity: Original Sin 2

    If you loved the first game, are into Crpg's or like Xcom style combat. Then this is a MUST. Sequel to Divinity : Original Sin and newest entry into the divinity franchise. And oh boy, is it good. The game is for starters is a huge improvement to the first game. But thats not the only thing, DoS 2 competes with baldurs gate for beeing one of the (if not    Divinity: Original Sin 2

    If you loved the first game, are into Crpg's or like Xcom style combat. Then this is a MUST.

    Sequel to Divinity : Original Sin and newest entry into the divinity franchise.
    And oh boy, is it good. The game is for starters is a huge improvement to the first game.
    But thats not the only thing, DoS 2 competes with baldurs gate for beeing one of the (if not THE) best Crpg i have played.
    Do i dare say, that annyone can play.

    DoS 2 captures everything what a RPG must be, the pen and paper feel in this game is outstanding.
    The TBS battles are so well implemented.
    No hand holding, no second tries. Just how i freakin love it.
    The PvP and DM mode are the cherry on the cake.
    They give you so much more options to play this master piece of a game.

    It runs perfect, constant 60 fps.
    Everything feels flued.
    The amount of dialouge options makes my mouth water. reading the amazing parts of lore and dialouge.
    The voice acting is TOP notch, the narator is a perfect addition.
    I can't find annything bad about this. I have craved for a amazing crpg for years.
    Don't get me wrong, i love tyranny, Pillars of Eternity, Wasteland, Shadowrun, torment, etc.
    and i stil play the infinity engine games. But by the gods, this game just blew them out of the water.
    From soundtrack to gameplay, this game is a masterpiece.

    And in my opinion stands tall allongside the great Crpg's of old.
    divinity original sin 2 just became my all time RPG to play.

    Thank you Larian studio's.    … Expand
  40. Jarshh
    Sep 16, 2017
    10
    This is a game ive been waiting for for 2 years. I donated to the kick starter and played the beta. I was very impressed. With the full release i can say without a doubt, that this game far exceeds the expectations that i had for it. The game itself is just play how you would like. Some people don't may not like this because it can have you scrambling around to find out where to go. But iThis is a game ive been waiting for for 2 years. I donated to the kick starter and played the beta. I was very impressed. With the full release i can say without a doubt, that this game far exceeds the expectations that i had for it. The game itself is just play how you would like. Some people don't may not like this because it can have you scrambling around to find out where to go. But i think that this is the point of this game. And because of this, if finding you way around a lore rich world with amazing story and FINALLY full voice acting sounds good to you. Then this is the game for you.… Expand
  41. HonestCritic198
    Sep 15, 2017
    4
    Another overrated isometric rpg that tries to cash in on nostalgia. The original was a very mediocre game. It was very slow, with a stupid and boring story, and combat which was tedious and grindy. The sequel fixes nothing except better graphics and some better writting.

    This game appeals to a vocal minority of neckbeard nerds who think the apex of rpg gaming is what they played when    Another overrated isometric rpg that tries to cash in on nostalgia. The original was a very mediocre game. It was very slow, with a stupid and boring story, and combat which was tedious and grindy. The sequel fixes nothing except better graphics and some better writting.

    This game appeals to a vocal minority of neckbeard nerds who think the apex of rpg gaming is what they played when they were teens. Thankfuly this niche is shrinking so games like these will dissappear eventually.

    If you want a good rpg, play Witcher 3. Avoid this unless you want to waste your life on reliving your childhood.    … Expand
  42. OmegaTigerWoods
    Sep 15, 2017
    10
    It's a masterpiece, and will give Breath of the Wild a run for its money in the Game of the Year awards.

    The amount of substance in the combat is staggering. Probably the deepest RPG ever made.
  43. rodericrinehart
    Sep 15, 2017
    10
    Professional reviewers need to step up and play this game. The problem is, that many reviewers are actually not good at games at all, and this game can be quite challenging, and understanding how freaking good it is takes some ability to step back, reload, reconsider, and truly contemplate your choices and actions.

    The game is amazing. It is a fantasy XCOM with a better story. It is    Professional reviewers need to step up and play this game. The problem is, that many reviewers are actually not good at games at all, and this game can be quite challenging, and understanding how freaking good it is takes some ability to step back, reload, reconsider, and truly contemplate your choices and actions.

    The game is amazing. It is a fantasy XCOM with a better story. It is better than DOS1 in every way.    … Expand
  44. badirontree
    Sep 15, 2017
    10
    JUST GAME OF THE YEAR IN RPGs

    Undead the class i play the most :D in ALL character models Races and CLASSES!!!!

    RESPECT :D
    I did not expected that ... Also the difficult level are epic
  45. Larry_P
    Sep 15, 2017
    10
    If you liked Original Sin 1, you'll love the sequel. Better gfx and sound. Tons of side quests and a great plot. Bags are easier to use. Enemies range greatly in their abilities and strategies. A+
  46. xxlucky7xx
    Sep 15, 2017
    10
    Can't....stop....playing. Truly a spectacular game. Like the previous entry, it takes a bit to warm up but once it does, you don't want to stop. Level difficulty is almost dark souls like for anything above explorer mode. Even in explorer mode, it feels like normal difficulty. Some people are torturing themselves with tactician mode on their first playthrough.....
  47. Cyclonepride
    Sep 15, 2017
    10
    If this one isn't a 10 in your book, there are no 10's in your book (or you simply aren't a fan of this type of game at all). If you like RPGs or turn based games, this is simply one of the best. The most innovative game I've played in a long, long time.
  48. Sbiritou
    Sep 15, 2017
    10
    It came as no surprise to me that this game will garner a high amount of praise from my fellow gamers. Even in Alpha stage it was already a brilliant RPG. Bugs have been squashed, story tightened and now we have a gem in our hands.
    I liked the tag system, I liked the conversations that change entirely when you take control of one of your companions, which are all interesting, I enjoyed    It came as no surprise to me that this game will garner a high amount of praise from my fellow gamers. Even in Alpha stage it was already a brilliant RPG. Bugs have been squashed, story tightened and now we have a gem in our hands.
    I liked the tag system, I liked the conversations that change entirely when you take control of one of your companions, which are all interesting, I enjoyed the company of The Red Prince and Fane, I liked the highly polished story more focused with less silly dialogues, the beautiful graphics and scenery; the game is well optimized for PCs and the voice acting is brilliant. But above all I liked the fact that Larian didn't dumb down the game mechanics that are pretty solid. The only negative I can think of is the inventory who could use a bit of work as it stands I find it messy and unintuitive.
    In short the devs improved on the first Original Sin game in every aspect and pour out their souls in this game that deserves high praise for the degree of respect and professionalism showed by the studio. Great RPG, one that will go down as classic and quite possibly the only one deserving of Game of The Year so far. So if you have 45 bucks , this would be money well spent, if only to enjoy the highly addictive co-op in a game that lasts more than 55 hours.    … Expand
  49. Hadriel
    Sep 15, 2017
    10
    Larian Studios have basically improved on every aspect of the first game; gameplay, graphics, story, voiceacting, music etc. In addition, the ability to play as Undead provides a whole new experience, which will ensure that replayability goes through the roof. If you loved the original, you will enjoy this game even more. An instant classic.
  50. hillcreek
    Sep 15, 2017
    10
    If you like sleepless nights and tabletop RPGs, this is for you. It may very wellI be the best RPG I have ever played! Went from totally disliking turn by turn combat, to being the ambassador of this combat style. I absolutely love this game!
  51. jimbobslimbob
    Sep 15, 2017
    8
    It's a turn-based isometric RPG which attempts to do what Sword Coast Legends never did: make a computer game that captured the essence of PnP, complete with campaign editor (not tried yet, since this is an EA review), GM mode and true RPG-freedom-of-choice. It is very similar to RPG's of old, like Neverwinter Nights, Baldurs Gate etc.

    I have only completed Act 1 so far, since that's    It's a turn-based isometric RPG which attempts to do what Sword Coast Legends never did: make a computer game that captured the essence of PnP, complete with campaign editor (not tried yet, since this is an EA review), GM mode and true RPG-freedom-of-choice. It is very similar to RPG's of old, like Neverwinter Nights, Baldurs Gate etc.

    I have only completed Act 1 so far, since that's all that exists in the early access version, but I am hooked. The game is a joy to play. Difficult at times, yet rewarding too. It offers true freedom of choice in the way you play and create your character. It features a classless character system so you are free to do whatever you want with your character. It also features various "origin" characters which are kind of pre-generated characters with fleshed out backgrounds (the kind of thing you do yourself in a D&D campaign). You can choose to play one of those or alternatively make up your own and recruit them in game.

    There are many ways to solve the quests in game, offering a lot of replay value. Race, "tags" (such as Outlaw etc.) all make NPC's treat you differently and offer various other ways to do things. The co-op gameplay (up to 4 players) has also been specifically designed with this in mind, meaning your party may not always see eye-to-eye on things. This creates the potential for some interesting RP scenarios.

    Although the version I played does not yet feature a GM mode or level editor, this looks to be the icing on the cake and could significantly increase play-time. They will also offer Steam Workshop support for "click-and-play" modding.

    Now all they need to do is offer the ability to import/export characters...

    Summary
    Overwhelming to begin with, but once you get to grips with the game mechanics you realise just how well crafted this game is. Gorgeous graphics, wonderful sound and music, solid turn-based tactical combat and endless replay value.

    Jimbo Rating: 8/10    … Expand
  52. Viventa
    Sep 14, 2017
    10
    A truly wonderful game, fans of older more intricate RPGs and returning fans of the first "Divinity: Original Sin" will instantly recognize the feeling of diving into a very finely built world, full of hidden flavor and with minimal hand-holding. The game at release does have its share of occasional bugs, but so far during my playthrough I've yet to encounter anything truly immersion andA truly wonderful game, fans of older more intricate RPGs and returning fans of the first "Divinity: Original Sin" will instantly recognize the feeling of diving into a very finely built world, full of hidden flavor and with minimal hand-holding. The game at release does have its share of occasional bugs, but so far during my playthrough I've yet to encounter anything truly immersion and game breaking. This sequel really does feel like an improvement over its previous entry, tweaking and innovating where needed, while maintaining the features that made the series a must buy for fans of the genre.… Expand
  53. fve
    Sep 14, 2017
    10
    Another masterpiece from Larian Studios, like his predecessor. I hope latinamerican people don't have to wait much time until the community spanish translation is ready or will be better than Larian Studios release this language ASAP.
  54. Noshar
    Sep 14, 2017
    10
    Larian continues to release this quality with Divinity: Original sin 2! If you enjoyed Original sin, you will love Original sin 2. Larian took an already great game and improved it in just about every possible way. The story is great, the graphics are breathtaking, the game is fully voice acted. Heck, there is even a game master mode you can use to create your own story for your friends toLarian continues to release this quality with Divinity: Original sin 2! If you enjoyed Original sin, you will love Original sin 2. Larian took an already great game and improved it in just about every possible way. The story is great, the graphics are breathtaking, the game is fully voice acted. Heck, there is even a game master mode you can use to create your own story for your friends to play through pen and paper style!

    Once you have had your fill of the default game mode, there is still more! The game supports extensive modding providing players with the tools to create your own mods. Because of the mod support you can rest assured that the modding community will have a hay day with this game and share their creations with everyone!

    Im hard pressed to find a single thing i dont care for in this game, it is practically flawless, and worth every penny of the $45 you pay for it. this is a must buy for ANY RPG fan.    … Expand
  55. Flaunt
    Sep 14, 2017
    10
    A Masterpiece...

    A bold way to start a review, but think of the best RPG you have ever played, and then think of the best developers to back it up. Larian is humble, open, and inspired and they have poured those feelings and skills into this game. To be honest, when playing through early access the only think I felt was missing was Voice acting. I understood of course the challenge    A Masterpiece...

    A bold way to start a review, but think of the best RPG you have ever played, and then think of the best developers to back it up. Larian is humble, open, and inspired and they have poured those feelings and skills into this game.

    To be honest, when playing through early access the only think I felt was missing was Voice acting. I understood of course the challenge that would be required to do it right and I respected the fact that Larian had at least considered it. Without requesting more money or making excuses, they made if feasible, did it in secret, and released it as a gift.

    DOS2 has fantastic graphics, fantastic story, amazing mechanics, and challenges to the player to think through puzzles and mysteries. Its not handed on a silver platter, but each and every choice is made rewarding. You can literally play through this game billions of different ways.

    To top it off, you can play 4 player COOP. I have always wanted an amazing RPG with drop in and out coop and DOS EE was great for that. Now DOS2 has made it even better.

    In summary, props to Larian and i truly recommend you give DOS 2 a shot.    … Expand
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Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 71 out of 72
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 72
  3. Negative: 0 out of 72
  1. Easy Allies
    Mar 1, 2018
    95
    If Divinity: Original Sin 2 had only been an enormous single-player RPG, it would still be far better than most of what you could compare it to. The fact that it has such well-implemented co-op and a user-friendly game master mode gives it a tremendous amount of value at a time where such a thing can feel like a rarity. Even if you never touch all of its various components, you'll still be left with a role-playing game that exemplifies the best aspects of its genre.
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  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 16, 2018
    100
    From a great story to a difficult fight, from a beautifully created world to an excellent multiplayer, Divinity: Original Sin II is a unique game offering an unforgettable experience. Despite some mistakes, another RPG giant was born. [Issue#279]
  3. RPGamer
    Jan 22, 2018
    90
    For those looking to get into cRPGs, and even for those just searching for a great RPG, Divinity: Original Sin II is heartily recommended. It has all the virtues that fans of the subgenre have extolled and wraps them up in a way that is much friendlier to newcomers than every other title I've tried. Combine that with fantastic writing, a highly engaging combat system, and great design, and you have another standout RPG in a year packed full of them.
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