Divinity: Original Sin

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  1. Bimmy_Time
    Sep 8, 2023
    9
    Was an amazing game for it's time, paved the way to make it's even better sequel DOS: II. Larian hitting it out of the ballpark as usual.
  2. apokalipto
    Aug 13, 2023
    9
    Very good game. I enjoyed playing this game a lot. I strongly recommend this.
  3. dhforhd
    Dec 11, 2022
    10
    After playing the game for the first time, I played as if I was possessed by something for two hours
    I ended up with 140 hours of play time and watching the ending

    It was my first time doing this genre and it was shocking
  4. Hyperfailure
    Nov 27, 2022
    8
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  5. ertyz
    Jan 13, 2022
    8
    very nice RPG
    very nice game if I need to compare among all other games by the way.
  6. dopp
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    My favourite RPG so far, i like everything in it, it's just perfect. If you're a fan of great old school "smart" and very funny RPG, it's a mustplay!!
  7. 4y4
    Feb 15, 2020
    10
    One of my favorite split screen games! I wish they would make "Original sin III".
  8. Prometheus1241
    Jan 19, 2020
    8
    Divinity: Original Sin( i will call it just DOS) is first from the wave of "modern CRPGs". And it was quite revolutionary for it's time, i must say. Is brings interesting story, quest and characters. As RPG it is very good: you can be an altruistic hero or a veeery bad guy.

    The main disadvantage of the is, as for me, it's tactics. The thing is that it is based on random stunning effect,    Divinity: Original Sin( i will call it just DOS) is first from the wave of "modern CRPGs". And it was quite revolutionary for it's time, i must say. Is brings interesting story, quest and characters. As RPG it is very good: you can be an altruistic hero or a veeery bad guy.

    The main disadvantage of the is, as for me, it's tactics. The thing is that it is based on random stunning effect, and you easily complete the game if you are lucky( or ruin if you are unlucky).

    The second disadvantage is that it becomes quite boring in the end. I thing it is mainly caused by tactics system.

    So, i think that DOS is a good game, and deserves 8/10. I can recommend this game to anybody, wgo likes RPGs, CRPGs or love good games.    … Expand
  9. LDGMDeniel
    Jan 23, 2019
    10
    Maybe too small sometimes, maybe story is not toogreat. 10/10 anyway and much better than second game.
  10. NightGeisha
    Jan 2, 2019
    9
    One of the advantages of wait to buy this game is that now (2019) when bought it, I get two different experiences. I get the classic version and a enchanted version.
    It may not seem significant, but it is. They are two distinct experiences of the same fantastic game.
    I have not finished the game yet, because it is an immense and challenging game, but honestly I think I will not going    One of the advantages of wait to buy this game is that now (2019) when bought it, I get two different experiences. I get the classic version and a enchanted version.
    It may not seem significant, but it is. They are two distinct experiences of the same fantastic game.

    I have not finished the game yet, because it is an immense and challenging game, but honestly I think I will not going to finish it for now, at least on this classic version of the game. Little more than 20 hours of playtrough in the classic version I think I have a good feeling of what the classic version have to offer and going to do the same with the enchanted...

    But back to the game, it is simply incredible. Visually, mechanically. A pure role playing game experience, where the roots of the genre were transposed to the maximum.
    Fighting for me is the most interesting and challenging element and it is necessary to use the head and the elements that surround us against the enemy.

    It is a game of elements where fire, earth, water and air annihilate each other in a perfect circle. Its a game where an "area of effect spell" reaches not only the enemy but the ally in that area. And it's so perfectly done every single way, every moment on every fight.

    Those small details are also huge and make this game unique. For me it is a masterpiece of the genre, that I strongly recommend.    … Expand
  11. irmscher
    Jun 1, 2018
    9
    OK I initially gave it 9/10 but closer to the end game becomes ridiculous with its quests. The door to the final boss is locked and I need to find 17 star stones in order to get through. Every star stone is kinda a secret in the game, you don't get them that easily. So I'm 90 hours in to the game and now I need to shovel-through the whole 5 areas again in search for these bloody stones.OK I initially gave it 9/10 but closer to the end game becomes ridiculous with its quests. The door to the final boss is locked and I need to find 17 star stones in order to get through. Every star stone is kinda a secret in the game, you don't get them that easily. So I'm 90 hours in to the game and now I need to shovel-through the whole 5 areas again in search for these bloody stones. Devs, REALLY!!?? WTF. It's just fckn ridiculous...… Expand
  12. macncheesus
    Feb 24, 2017
    8
    clocked 51hrs in this game and enjoyed most of it.
    A very good old school rpg, makes you want to start over mid game to make your playthrough perfect.
    Would be 9, but the game lost me a bit near the end and I din't have it in me to finish it.

    Definitely worth trying.
  13. SuperkenGaming
    Mar 13, 2016
    9
    Divinity Original Sin Enhanced Edition
    New School RPG with an Old School Feel
    Divinity Original Sin tells the story of 2 source hunters that you get to customize at the beginning of the game, customization is pretty basic so you’ll be lucky to get a character to match your likeness even a tiny bit These source hunters are out to solve a town murder, but while solving this murder they’re    Divinity Original Sin Enhanced Edition
    New School RPG with an Old School Feel
    Divinity Original Sin tells the story of 2 source hunters that you get to customize at the beginning of the game, customization is pretty basic so you’ll be lucky to get a character to match your likeness even a tiny bit
    These source hunters are out to solve a town murder, but while solving this murder they’re sent down a path and realize they need to solve something much larger than this.
    Before you play this game, you need to be self-aware with the kind of gamer you, because while this game is fairly new, the way it’s delivered isn’t.
    Don’t expect a top down Skyrim…
    I was reminded many times of Pokémon, in the sense that every city you go to has its own story that still connects to the main story.., you set out on a journey and that’s it, you’re on your own, see you later or never, the game doesn’t care.
    It will not hold your hand, other than marking the occasional few important places on your map for you to go check out
    This is a 60 hour journey that you’ll need to figure your way through.
    And the only way to do this is to listen to the conversations…
    At first this doesn’t seem like too much to ask, but every character you run into talks longer than your mom does when she bumps into somebody she knows at a grocery store,
    I’m almost certain 15 of the 60 hours was spent sitting through dialog..
    You can skip through any and all, but this isn’t advised as again, it’s the only way you’re going to figure out where to go to next,
    you have to literally immerse yourself into the game world to beat it... you have become your character…
    That being said, if you don’t have the time or patience to literally almost live another life you’re not going to like this game….
    Sure you can follow a guide, but who wants to do that for 60 hours?
    Otherwise, you’ll find this game to be quite the masterpiece
    You’re solving mysteries and puzzles, there are side quests that can help with main quests, tons of npcs to interacts and trade with, and you want to talk to every npc, helps them, get on their good side and sometimes be able to bring them along your journey..
    Their help is much welcomed because outside the city walls the wilderness if full of enemies ready to kill you
    Beyond the problem solving that’s going on, there is a turn based combat system here…
    This fighting system is very simple to understand with tons of skills and spells to learn based on your characters skills that you get to freely choose as you level up...
    You could easily turn a brute to a witch and vice versa….
    Through shops, chests, and bookshelves, you’ll find tons of skill books to teach your characters new moves for battles…
    You have your basic elemental attacks which come in handy since enemies do usually have a weakness, and the environment is completely interactive…
    You can catch things on fire, blow them up, throw poison grenades, it’s all fair game...
    My favorite though is the ability to summon creatures to help you…
    By the end all 4 of my characters could summon at least 1 creature, while only 1 of the 4 were a witch…
    You aren’t forced to stick to certain skills based on your characters stats... there is an insane amount of freedom here…
    Still, it took me a little over halfway through the game to get my team so stacked... so for the first half I had to rely a lot on scroll, which can be used to regenerate a fallen member, summoned creatures, or do elemental attacks…
    I did however feel that I was a little too over powered in the last 40% of the game…
    I hardly had to think during battles..
    It seems as though I’ve figure out the best strategy and it failed maybe 2 times onward…
    but even the final bosses were a breeze…
    This made the final few maps feel like a drag, and you kinda get to see just how repetitive the game real is…
    Still the first half of the game can be insanely challenging at times….
    some bosses 1 hit killing your entire team, having to force you to approach their rooms differently so all of your member don’t take the damage…
    Luckily you can find some epic loot to help with elemental damage, give you some stat boosts, and if all else fails, there is a quick save feature to let you retry as many times as you’d like, or leave, stock up and come back…
    The journey to the credits though is well worth it..
    Especially since your characters feel so real to you
    They will interrupt when they disagree with your dialog choices, causing you to have to rock paper scissors your way through a decision and this really an extra layer to the immersion..
    OF course even better if this other person is sitting on the couch with you, as this game does support split screen coop as well
    Despite feeling more like a puzzle game for the final half, Original Sin is one of the best RPGs in a long time.
    But if you aren’t willing to put in the time and effort this game demands,
    I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it
    I give Divinity Original Sin Enhanced Edition
    a 8.5/10    … Expand
  14. Magnethead
    Jan 29, 2016
    9
    Turn-based RPG games have had a terrific revival this last year, not least spearheaded by this marvellous title from Larian. I played Divinity II a few years ago, which was a small budget but fairly decent title also from Larian, so it really is no surprise that they managed something quite remarkable with a stronger, crowd-funded budget. I hope they keep this level for the next releaseTurn-based RPG games have had a terrific revival this last year, not least spearheaded by this marvellous title from Larian. I played Divinity II a few years ago, which was a small budget but fairly decent title also from Larian, so it really is no surprise that they managed something quite remarkable with a stronger, crowd-funded budget. I hope they keep this level for the next release as well!

    The game revolves around dual protagonists with one optional companion each, so a group of 2 - 4. The RPG system is kinda new but easily recognizable by seasoned veterans of the genre. There's a lot of fun to be had with the way elements interact and a lot of interesting choices to be made in the levelling system. Mastering the game takes thought and experience but playing the game is easy and intuitive in itself.

    The story is fun, nothing THAT special narratively, but the true quality is in the telling. Humorous, colourful, varied and sometimes outright dark, it comes together nicely in the end. Lots of little details to explore and combat is very rarely repetitive. It revolves a lot around the four elements and how they interact mixed with some crowd-controlling abilities, buffs and debuffs from other lines (do NOT ignore these if you play on a difficult setting!). The only problem I encountered was that I often mess around with different classes and ideas on a difficult setting while I learn the game mechanics well enough to create my exact party concept. In this game, there is a bit of a lull early on in the game with a lot of story-driven gameplay which can be a bit tedious to replay seven times before you get the party balance right. Apart from that, this game is just quite simply excellent. If you're into RPG games at all, you should definitely check out this title.    … Expand
  15. JamesBondX
    Jan 12, 2016
    10
    Simply a fantastic game in my opinion. I've always been a sucker for these types of games. And I wouldn't mind having a few more *hint*.

    The world is big. And the surroundings are filled with color, life and activity. And when there isn't supposed to be that much life and activity around, there isn't! Enemies are varied throughout the game and battles are often tactical and pretty    Simply a fantastic game in my opinion. I've always been a sucker for these types of games. And I wouldn't mind having a few more *hint*.

    The world is big. And the surroundings are filled with color, life and activity. And when there isn't supposed to be that much life and activity around, there isn't! Enemies are varied throughout the game and battles are often tactical and pretty enjoyable most times. I absolutely love the fact that it's turn-based. I've always loved turn based games like the good old Heroes of Might and Magic games, the Might and Magic games (both from 3DO), Fallout 1 and 2, Wasteland 2, Civilization games, Lords of Magic, Wizardry 8 and even Etherlords games.

    So understandably, I liked this game a lot. There's a lot you can do, side quests and main quests and general exploring. There are some secrets too and I really like the fact that your two characters can converse with each other.

    It's also really fun to play with a friend, your friend controlling one character and you the other.

    Overall, I really recommend this game for any RPG fanatic, and if you like turn-based games, even better.    … Expand
  16. iseeall
    Dec 18, 2015
    10
    Baldur's Gate-like quests, Fallout 2-style turn-based combat system, very open character building, tons of crafting, combined effects (make an oil puddle with one spell, set it on fire with another). If you are a gamer, like RPG and aren't against (or are fond of) fantasy theme, this is an excellent RPG game with modern look, far superior to Fallout 4, Dragon Age Inquisition and otherBaldur's Gate-like quests, Fallout 2-style turn-based combat system, very open character building, tons of crafting, combined effects (make an oil puddle with one spell, set it on fire with another). If you are a gamer, like RPG and aren't against (or are fond of) fantasy theme, this is an excellent RPG game with modern look, far superior to Fallout 4, Dragon Age Inquisition and other semi-casual console ports.… Expand
  17. barzozwierz
    Nov 20, 2015
    9
    + light humour, think Terry Pratchett
    + tactical co-op
    + personality system + you need to think while fighting - it's refreshing to execute a swift, one-shot strategy instead of slashing hordes of enemies. killing + tactical co-op + unique individuals (NPCs), unusual atmosphere + did I mention tactical co-op? - you cannot finish the game without killing anything/anyone - loot RNG    + light humour, think Terry Pratchett
    + tactical co-op
    + personality system
    + you need to think while fighting - it's refreshing to execute a swift, one-shot strategy instead of slashing hordes of enemies. killing
    + tactical co-op
    + unique individuals (NPCs), unusual atmosphere
    + did I mention tactical co-op?

    - you cannot finish the game without killing anything/anyone
    - loot RNG
    - if played in single player, state of role-playing capabilities is painful

    Despite the flaws, it's awesome game. It seems Larian tries to back to the golden era of RPGs, recreate what made RPGs great - looking at Planescape Torment, Fallout and Baldurs Gate, instead of following First Person Sword-Swingers trend which spawned from... Diablo. Thanks to this gem, I'm actually able to enjoy playing games again.    … Expand
  18. Zoid
    Nov 12, 2015
    8
    Good old-fashioned isometric RPG. So it should look like a true RPG - the sea and freedom of choice, you can make your character anyone. A game with a friend to add a lot of fun.
  19. mechanicalpulse
    Nov 7, 2015
    10
    Divinity: Original Sin is the first in the Divinity series that I have played. Yes, combat is turn-based, but it feels less tedious and more stimulating than than RPGs such as Baldur's Gate. Elemental effects in the environment figure prominently, and are of utmost tactical importance. Rain, water, oil, fire, heat, cold, poison, clouds, lightning -- they are present in spells, inDivinity: Original Sin is the first in the Divinity series that I have played. Yes, combat is turn-based, but it feels less tedious and more stimulating than than RPGs such as Baldur's Gate. Elemental effects in the environment figure prominently, and are of utmost tactical importance. Rain, water, oil, fire, heat, cold, poison, clouds, lightning -- they are present in spells, in arrows, in weapons, in the environment. A lot of thought went into the elements of combat and it makes for a stimulating and satisfying experience.

    Hit your fire elemental enemies with a rain storm, which weakens them. Now that they're wet and weak and unlikely to set your own comrades ablaze, move in and follow up with freezing spells to take them out of the action for a couple of turns. It's a lot of fun figuring out the best way to turn the environment against your enemies.

    The character system is part WoW and part Fallout. You get character attributes, abilities, and talents. Everyone is familiar with character attributes. Abilities are skills that you may level, like talents in WoW. Abilities can be leveled up to 5. Talents are like traits or single-rank perks in Fallout. You either have a talent or you don't -- there are no levels. It's a fair and engaging system with plenty of room for refinement.

    There are a few things about the game that get on my nerves, though. I'm early in and the story seems a tad weird, even for a fantasy game. The map could use some love. Inventory management and crafting are inferior to WoW, although I admit they are better than Skyrim (but not by much). I also think the game should always auto-save prior to entering combat. Despite these drawbacks, I'm still giving the game at 10 because combat, magic, weapons, and environment are so well done. Also, the game is stable and not buggy. It's almost sad that I have to include that.

    If you love RPGs, get this game. You won't regret it, especially if you've been disappointed by the current trends in RPGs with boring combat systems (I'm talking about you, Diablo III!)    … Expand
  20. JanVanDamme
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    Original Sin outdoes Diablo 3. There, I've said it. The combat is great (do your self a favour and choose a difficulty level that fits your capabilities, you'll be glad you did) and the game is polished in every aspect.

    Also, a down voting campaign? Seriously? Who in their right mind spends time on the internet handing out 0 scores to great games. Jeez. I guess that's the price of fame,    Original Sin outdoes Diablo 3. There, I've said it. The combat is great (do your self a favour and choose a difficulty level that fits your capabilities, you'll be glad you did) and the game is polished in every aspect.

    Also, a down voting campaign? Seriously? Who in their right mind spends time on the internet handing out 0 scores to great games. Jeez. I guess that's the price of fame, Larian Studios.    … Expand
  21. NGeo
    Oct 22, 2015
    10
    Probably the best RPG of 2014. Absolutely fantastic game, scenario, maps, theme, music etc. The only con is that since it was crowd funded, the cinematics were just animations of images. Definitely worth playing. Tons of content, twist of scenario, many paths to follow in the conversations. This game is a MUST PLAY.
  22. rednosewine
    Oct 17, 2015
    10
    I bought this game 1/2 year ago and was stunned right from the start! I love the graphics, I love the mechanics, I love the freedom, I love the classless system.
    The story is nothing special really, I confess, but the side quest are very worth the effort!
    I played it alone, but a friend of mine played it with his wife and they too had a blast. We all cant wait to play the Enhanced    I bought this game 1/2 year ago and was stunned right from the start! I love the graphics, I love the mechanics, I love the freedom, I love the classless system.
    The story is nothing special really, I confess, but the side quest are very worth the effort!
    I played it alone, but a friend of mine played it with his wife and they too had a blast.
    We all cant wait to play the Enhanced Edition also :-)    … Expand
  23. 4verse
    Oct 17, 2015
    10
    One of my most favorite RPG games of all time. The interactivity is beyond comparison.
    This game is more like Ultima 7 than BG, though. But that is NOT a bad thing. Its just a different approach - and mind you: Ultima 7 is/was also one of the best RPGs ever made!
    BTW: why are you still reading and not playing?
  24. SkySlam
    Oct 4, 2015
    8
    One of the best RPG experiences I've had in years. This title kept me occupied for over 100 hours of playing. The gameplay is refreshingly new in the genre: it feels modern without losing its "classic rpg" feel.
    The story is average, but the fun for the player is definitely there. And that is all that matters to me.
  25. cobraoscura
    Sep 27, 2015
    10
    me encanto el juego graficos historia personajes el humor que tiene fue una agradable sorpresa espero la secuela sea igual o mejor merece un 10 sin duda
  26. RPGFanatic
    Jun 16, 2015
    10
    This is game is not for action-oritented people. stay away from this game if you want instant fast-paced action. stop destroying this game with unfair reviews. the market is already saturated with other action games for people to play
  27. elManicho
    May 18, 2015
    10
    After several patches and 400+ hours playing, I still very much enjoy this game. The combat is fun and challenging, the graphics and voice-acting superb, and the humor in the game is also a fresh gust of air.
    Love the loot and the crafting system is one of the best out there providing useful and sometimes funny items in Larian tradition. And most of the companions are endearing.
    The    After several patches and 400+ hours playing, I still very much enjoy this game. The combat is fun and challenging, the graphics and voice-acting superb, and the humor in the game is also a fresh gust of air.
    Love the loot and the crafting system is one of the best out there providing useful and sometimes funny items in Larian tradition. And most of the companions are endearing.
    The soundtrack in this game is freaking amazing. Whenever I boot up the game, I hesitate to load a save because of the menu-music. Divinity lived to the praise and to its illustrious predecessors, a blast to play for fans of tactical turn based combat particularly, and of course for RPG addicts like me who rejoice at the genre renaissance.    … Expand
  28. Monkinsane
    May 11, 2015
    10
    Absolutely brilliant RPG! No hand-holding (This is what most of the negative reviews complain about - modern day "gamers" expect the game to tell them exactly what to do - heaven forbid they actually have to use their brains :P ), fun combat, good story!

    As for bugs and crashes, cant really say I've found any (after 11 hours of CONTINUOUS play.) - no crashes nothing. Very polished and fun game.
  29. Unspoken
    Apr 22, 2015
    9
    Excellent game but not without a flaws.
    PROS:
    + Large world to explore. + Great graphics at reasonable hardware. + Interesting weapons / gear. + Turn based combat with usage of environment. + Interesting quests and story. + Allows cooperative play!!! + Interesting characters and interactions between them. + Nice crafting system. CONS: - A.I. in combat is stupid. - You can sell    Excellent game but not without a flaws.
    PROS:
    + Large world to explore.
    + Great graphics at reasonable hardware.
    + Interesting weapons / gear.
    + Turn based combat with usage of environment.
    + Interesting quests and story.
    + Allows cooperative play!!!
    + Interesting characters and interactions between them.
    + Nice crafting system.
    CONS:
    - A.I. in combat is stupid.
    - You can sell garbage gear to anybody.
    - Not good inventory management (even with the usage of backpacks).

    I haven't so much fun in RPG since Fallout: New Vegas. For me currently the best RPG on the market (yes this game is better than Pillars of Eternity).    … Expand
  30. Zed101
    Apr 18, 2015
    10
    I was impressed when I got hooked into this game. I don't even care for turn based combat but this game did it the right way. Divinity: Original Sin is one of the best modern rpg games I have played.

    Its worth mentioning this game also has an amazing soundtrack.
  31. steddye
    Mar 31, 2015
    8
    Very good rpg addictive and innovative, two things I did not like, the rock paper scissors system and 2 main characters. Deserves to be bought. Great music , graphic and combat system.
  32. Noi
    Feb 25, 2015
    9
    Divinity really delivers on the nostalgic old school RPG. Combat is enjoyable and does not get boring after a few fights as I normally encounter in turn based games. They do a really good job in bringing the environment into the game play and not just aesthetically.

    The game is full of humor and got me to giggle once in a while. I highly recommend this game for those who liked the old    Divinity really delivers on the nostalgic old school RPG. Combat is enjoyable and does not get boring after a few fights as I normally encounter in turn based games. They do a really good job in bringing the environment into the game play and not just aesthetically.

    The game is full of humor and got me to giggle once in a while. I highly recommend this game for those who liked the old top down rpg's or even just anyone who is open for games that are not only filled with action :)    … Expand
  33. ireviewthings1
    Feb 18, 2015
    9
    I was shocked by how good it turned out to be. This is the best RPG I've played in years.

    There is a scene in the first hour of the game in which you get to the local harbour. A ship is burning and NPCs try to put the fire out to no avail. What do you do? There is no one asking for your help, there is no "quest acquired" or exclamation popping up. but the game showed you one way to put    I was shocked by how good it turned out to be. This is the best RPG I've played in years.

    There is a scene in the first hour of the game in which you get to the local harbour. A ship is burning and NPCs try to put the fire out to no avail. What do you do? There is no one asking for your help, there is no "quest acquired" or exclamation popping up. but the game showed you one way to put fires out a couple of minutes ago and you still have a rain scroll.
    That moment when you cast the spell without being ordered to do so, get XP and thanks by the NPCs after the fact, just because a game allowed you to use you're brain for a minute is just priceless.
    Divinity is full of those moments. It doesn't hold your hand, because it doesn't need to. There is fundamental logic everywhere.

    It has party and turn-based combat at its core with at first glance typical melee, ranged, buff, nerf, magic systems. The are certain nuances to it though that make it simply great, mainly a dynamic combat enviroment based on elemental effects. Just to give you an idea: cast a lightning bolt, deal damage and have a bit of a chance to stun the target. but why not cast a rain storm first, create a puddle in its center and then cast the lightning spell. just throw the hair dryer into the tub. and when you tired of that, cast ice shards and freeze the puddle, rendering enemies and allies unlikely to move across it.

    the game, not just combat, is filled with these situations where simple mechanics can create many different ways to complete your task.

    Interestingly, the game has two main characters, who regularly are in dialogue with each other. This concept is primarily aimed at co-op but you still get the opportunity to have two opinions on one subject. That isn't astonishing or anything like that but just a nice change to the usual rpg dialogue.

    Graphics might be to bright for some but it fits the character of the world. It is a bit wacky and not as dark. But the level of detail has a nice, high balance regarding models, environment and effects. so it is always looks like a coherent picture from the games iso perspective.

    The only thing that I didn't like is the actual style of dialogue. What I love about it in Baldurs Gate for example is that NPCs get character already by how they talk. You can clearly tell a peasant from priest or mage. The dialogue in D:OS is always very picturesque. Even the smallest events are described with a illustration or two and it sometimes just feels out of place and/or tiring.

    But, if you like RGPs, especially AD&D or Dragon Age Origins you have to give this one a go. Maybe not the easiest start in the genre but a must have for every fan of it.    … Expand
  34. arkcoss
    Feb 17, 2015
    10
    Completely wonderful. The world is beautiful, delectable soundtrack and combat system. Cooperative mode adds even more fun. Title worth the time spent.
  35. adff500
    Feb 4, 2015
    9
    + + + Pros + + +
    1. A huge world to explore (also for 2 players).
    2. Refreshing combat system (turn-based with elements involved). 3. Attention to detail (a lot of content everywhere). - - - Cons - - - 1. The story is the typical "save the world" cliche. 2. No voiced dialogues (text only). 3. The interface is mess (and inventory is a nightmare). Great old-school RPG with lots of    + + + Pros + + +
    1. A huge world to explore (also for 2 players).
    2. Refreshing combat system (turn-based with elements involved).
    3. Attention to detail (a lot of content everywhere).
    - - - Cons - - -
    1. The story is the typical "save the world" cliche.
    2. No voiced dialogues (text only).
    3. The interface is mess (and inventory is a nightmare).

    Great old-school RPG with lots of fun,humour,adventuring and tricky pixel hunting,where you can get stuck easily so walktrough is necessary.    … Expand
  36. Boongie
    Feb 4, 2015
    10
    All the negative reviews just sound like "I'm so butthurted i need to write some bulls-hit to take my revenge" No quest markers? Thanks god not every SH creates game for 8 yo kids ... next time buy some lube.
  37. cossayos
    Jan 31, 2015
    9
    Easily the best game in recent years. Other than so called AAA titles, it was developed for PC and Mac. It shows in a positive way, considering that most titles these days are just lazy ports. The story is nothing special, but you can develop and customize your characters down to the smallest detail. You can create your own gear and spellbooks, which comes in handy in the turn basedEasily the best game in recent years. Other than so called AAA titles, it was developed for PC and Mac. It shows in a positive way, considering that most titles these days are just lazy ports. The story is nothing special, but you can develop and customize your characters down to the smallest detail. You can create your own gear and spellbooks, which comes in handy in the turn based combat. If you're into the good old role playing experience, buy this game and support a company that still makes stuff like that. It's addictive and the only reason why it's not a perfect ten is, that you virtually have to go through ingame libraries to learn how to craft or even about the world you are in.… Expand
  38. BlazingBlade
    Jan 19, 2015
    9
    Very nice hardcore old-school RPG. I took 1 point off because the puzzle solving portion could've been done better. I like intelligent puzzles like the ones in Braid or Portal, for which you have all the puzzle pieces but have to put them together, not the "trial and error / find the hidden button / read a random book" type of puzzles in this game for which you often don't get any clues toVery nice hardcore old-school RPG. I took 1 point off because the puzzle solving portion could've been done better. I like intelligent puzzles like the ones in Braid or Portal, for which you have all the puzzle pieces but have to put them together, not the "trial and error / find the hidden button / read a random book" type of puzzles in this game for which you often don't get any clues to start with.… Expand
  39. XxSoULxMaNxX
    Jan 18, 2015
    10
    One of the best games I have played in years - absolutely worth playing. I played through some of the game and during my first (partial) play-through I did not enjoy the game as much as I now do. I started over with some understanding of the story, depth of the game, mechanics, etc. - excellent experience.
  40. Andante
    Jan 11, 2015
    9
    An extremely rewarding game, it starts really slow and hard but as you get used to the mechanics and your team starts being productive it becomes one of the finest RPG experiences to date.

    The best thing about this game are its battles, there is no standard way to win and here lies the magic and also the difficulty of the game. You can approach battles in any way you want and you can    An extremely rewarding game, it starts really slow and hard but as you get used to the mechanics and your team starts being productive it becomes one of the finest RPG experiences to date.

    The best thing about this game are its battles, there is no standard way to win and here lies the magic and also the difficulty of the game.

    You can approach battles in any way you want and you can improvise. The system is extremely deep and makes use of the environment which can be your biggest friend or foe depending on the circumstances.

    The world is mythicaliy designed with a huge amount of lore spread throughout it making you want to explore more and more..You can find tons of equipment and choosing the best equipment for your team can be an extra challenge and adds to the immersion.

    The only minor flaw I found is character design which is kind of generic    … Expand
  41. DrGreatJob
    Jan 4, 2015
    10
    Best combat system. It's like a turned base RPG that plays a little like X-COM but with AP, more important environments, and no cover.

    Story isn't the greatest story ever told, but it's competent and often dumbly funny enough to be entertaining. Quests are obtuse sometimes, with no clear correct answer to the question, "So, where do I go?" This is fine, it just makes you explore and    Best combat system. It's like a turned base RPG that plays a little like X-COM but with AP, more important environments, and no cover.

    Story isn't the greatest story ever told, but it's competent and often dumbly funny enough to be entertaining.

    Quests are obtuse sometimes, with no clear correct answer to the question, "So, where do I go?" This is fine, it just makes you explore and fight more. All good things. Pretty excited to play more.    … Expand
  42. whyres2112
    Jan 4, 2015
    10
    I love this game. It has it's challenges, but well worth all the efforts. This took me back to NWN but with added depth, visuals, and a new world to explore!
  43. Arseniaa
    Dec 30, 2014
    9
    This is a very good game, very deep and a LOT of fun. I've enjoyed the story and really like the graphics and general flow of the game. It's smart, well put together, and engaging. That said the Character building can be a bit confusing and the whole recipe thing is not something I've actively engaged in. I do wish they made that a bit easier like maybe Diablo where you go to someoneThis is a very good game, very deep and a LOT of fun. I've enjoyed the story and really like the graphics and general flow of the game. It's smart, well put together, and engaging. That said the Character building can be a bit confusing and the whole recipe thing is not something I've actively engaged in. I do wish they made that a bit easier like maybe Diablo where you go to someone to make your items.… Expand
  44. belze
    Dec 24, 2014
    10
    Wow this game is really what i was looking for after playing DA:1 . I play it with my brother in coop and he loves it too.

    At first i didn't like this game because there was really lot of text to read even for me as fan of games like (Gothic 1 2 3 , Risen, DA 1, DA : O, DA : A) but after we got into combat everything changed to great. Love turn based combat and I especially love how    Wow this game is really what i was looking for after playing DA:1 . I play it with my brother in coop and he loves it too.

    At first i didn't like this game because there was really lot of text to read even for me as fan of games like (Gothic 1 2 3 , Risen, DA 1, DA : O, DA : A) but after we got into combat everything changed to great. Love turn based combat and I especially love how spells support / negate each other.

    Looking forward to next similar game    … Expand
  45. pesho_one
    Dec 23, 2014
    10
    Wait, what? 10 out of 10? But I am not even a big fan of the RPG genre, much less of the turn based type. Who cares, this game rules. I played some other games, I felt deserve 10, but this is something else.
    It is best experienced for yourself. Just one advice - struggle with it the first 5-6 hours and if you do, you'll probably play it for good. One of the best gaming adventures I played    Wait, what? 10 out of 10? But I am not even a big fan of the RPG genre, much less of the turn based type. Who cares, this game rules. I played some other games, I felt deserve 10, but this is something else.
    It is best experienced for yourself. Just one advice - struggle with it the first 5-6 hours and if you do, you'll probably play it for good. One of the best gaming adventures I played in the last few years. It will make you feel smart, and it will make you feel stupid. You are going to be frustrated and helpless and you will feel like a winner when you successfully overcome an obstacle (and there are usually many ways to do it).... PS: don't use the internet too much to help you (maybe only for some initial tips), it should be played like an old-school game in order to fully enjoy it. And while you are going to ask yourself many questions and have many doubts, this is a big part of what makes the game more like a real experience.    … Expand
  46. Progenitor
    Dec 20, 2014
    9
    The combat system is the absolute best part of this game. The story is engaging and the art style is beautify, but it is the diversity of combat scenarios and solutions that really sold it for me. The only negatives for me were the only average questing system and a few frustrating camera controls.
  47. Kyochi
    Dec 12, 2014
    10
    It's simply best cRPG with tactical combat that you can play in Co-op. Great combat system, exploration, difficulty, this game have evertyhing. Nothing more, nothing less to add.
  48. FooJones
    Dec 6, 2014
    10
    Don't Believe The Nay Sayers!

    Divinity: Original Sin was the RPG I've been waiting for...for a LONG time. I just want to put this out there really quickly, that I am an RPG veteran, dating back to the mid to late 80s, so I've had my fair share of CRPGs. Anyhoo... Divinity: Original Sin is the prequel to the first Divine Divinity. Like the first game, I had no idea this one even    Don't Believe The Nay Sayers!

    Divinity: Original Sin was the RPG I've been waiting for...for a LONG time. I just want to put this out there really quickly, that I am an RPG veteran, dating back to the mid to late 80s, so I've had my fair share of CRPGs. Anyhoo...

    Divinity: Original Sin is the prequel to the first Divine Divinity. Like the first game, I had no idea this one even existed. I had never heard of Larian Studios at the time of release for Divine Divinity, and happened to pick it up at Best Buy one day, and fell in love right away. The same happened with this game. Somehow, I never knew it was coming and just saw a Web ad one day and immediately downloaded it.

    Character creation is very solid, and can be daunting for those who don't really like to get into too much detail (though not nearly as hardcore as a D&D game). You create two main characters, picking sex, face, portrait, hair, voice, starting skills, attributes, and 2 talents. Depending on what class you pick, these will all be pre-assigned, but you are free to modify and rearrange them if you wish. As the game progresses, you can build your character in anyway you choose, and either stay on the path you chose, or create a hybrid class. Hybrids will not be overpowered machines, but they can easily be viable and fun.

    The story isn't anything extremely original, but it is engaging, especially if you've played the other games. Fans of Divine Divinity will get some chuckles out of Larian's usual humor or some old references, but you don't need to have played the other games to understand this one or enjoy what's going on. The NPC's do feel a bit one dimensional, and there isn't a lot of voice acting, but it's still engaging and there's some lore in books that you find. You can also make your characters argue with each other, and the dialogue options that you pick will alter personality traits, which in turn alter certain skills. This is quite useful to help beef up some skills without wasting valuable skill points.

    Combat is turn based (which I love in an RPG), and does require some thought. Early on, you can't just go off and think you're going to steamroll everything (though towards the end you might be able to do so. I always found battles much easier as the game went on, save for boss battles). You can use objects and the elements to your advantage. Spill water on the ground, toss a lightning spell and electrocute/stun your foes! Great times! If you've played Fallout or Fallout 2, you'll kind of feel the combat system in there a bit, as everything is done with action points. The good news though is you can adjust combat difficulty at anytime, even during combat, if something is too hard and you don't want to wait to try it later when you're better prepared. Spells are quite fun, and there's a lot of useful ones. The only downside to this is that sometimes there are too many spells to deal with, and a lot of them become useless later on as you gain more powerful spells, but that's usually the case with most games.

    For most modern day gamers, questing might be one thing to upset you. Be forewarned that this game isn't a hand holder like today; You will not get direction as to where to go or what to do. You will be given a few hints here and there, then the rest is up to you. There is a journal though that records quests and conversations so you can refer back if you forget what to do.

    My only real gripe with the game is the rock-paper-scissors mini-game. It's fun at first, but it's completely random. Even if you seem to have more points per victory than the NPC you go up against, the computer always seems to win no matter what (maybe I just have bad luck). I rarely ever get a victory.

    While most people seem to hate the camera angles, it doesn't bother me. I get enough of a zoom in or out, and am able to rotate the camera just fine. If you need a full top down view during combat, just press the "B" key (I believe that's the default)

    The graphics are pretty and the world is large and lush. There are several large maps you will travel throughout the game. Those who played Divinity or Beyond Divinity will understand this, and probably relish in it. Just like Divine Divinity, monsters do not respawn during the game, and it isn't like Diablo where a whole new game starts every time you log in. The single player mode saves and stays in the same state. The level cap is somewhere in the 20's, so it's pretty short in terms of leveling, but there's enough content to keep you going for hours.

    To sum it up, Divinity: Original Sin might not be for the faint of heart, or those with short attention spans. It does require quite a bit of thought and strategy, but the game has so much to offer. I'm hoping Larian takes it even further with mods, because there's so much more that can be done with this game. The story is good, the combat is good, and the puzzles are fun and challenging. I highly recommend this underrated gem.    … Expand
  49. MorbidAngel
    Dec 6, 2014
    9
    Original Sin is my favorite RPG of the past couple years, easily at that. I've mainly played it in coop so far, which is where the game shines even more than sp I think, and it has been nothing short of a blast for my bud and me. There is no handholding in the game, you have to read a lot of text, but not only is that very interesting for me, it sucks you incredibly hard into the gameworldOriginal Sin is my favorite RPG of the past couple years, easily at that. I've mainly played it in coop so far, which is where the game shines even more than sp I think, and it has been nothing short of a blast for my bud and me. There is no handholding in the game, you have to read a lot of text, but not only is that very interesting for me, it sucks you incredibly hard into the gameworld that you sometimes just can't stop playing.

    And then, there is combat - I've never before had so much fun playing a wizard in a game like this. Casting spells, burning down baddies and what else not is more rewarding in Divinity than in any other RPG I've played so far. There's some oil on the floor? Okay, then burn it and throw an enemy into it for good measure! Together with the very well done environment on every single of the large maps it's nothing short of a blast to explore the game.

    Dialogue is vital in Original Sin. You basically have to talk to many, many characters on your quests to find solutions, find out where to go next, but it's all very organic and done in a way that when you figure something out, it makes sense. The game just will not do things for you (there IS a quest log mind you), or tell you what to do next - this is all down to the player to find out on your travels.

    Overall, there'd be so much more to say about this gem, but I know I am a little late to the party here so that'll be it from me for now. I just wanted to add this review to thank Larian for their amazing game, because it's nothing short of that, and the fact friend and I played this for over 90 hours in coop with little to no issues ever. That's how it should be, and that's right another thumbs up. Divinity certainly has beefed up the standards far as RPG goes for me and it'll be tough for any other to replace it at the top of my list anytime soon. Far as RPG goes, Divinity: Original Sin is the real deal to me!    … Expand
  50. MarcMrine
    Dec 5, 2014
    10
    Long time since I enjoyed such level of fun! This is a modern and humoristic version of Baldur's Gate but better because its toolkit to make mods. D:OS is the first of many "old school" RPGs isometric, deep and complex made possible only through crowdfunding (or... from players to players), so it has almost no issues to complain about because we knew all about it a year before it release.
  51. justanhonestguy
    Dec 5, 2014
    8
    Re-scoring after finishing the game.... 8.5 I started out at a 10 level because I was having so much fun I was just a little blinded to a couple of serious faults. These faults don't kill the game but they do need addressing by Larian if Larian is to continue making top-notch rpg's, which this most definitely is in my books. I have to agree that the game is too vague about yourRe-scoring after finishing the game.... 8.5 I started out at a 10 level because I was having so much fun I was just a little blinded to a couple of serious faults. These faults don't kill the game but they do need addressing by Larian if Larian is to continue making top-notch rpg's, which this most definitely is in my books. I have to agree that the game is too vague about your progression. I had to REGULARLY get info from walkthrough's to progress, simply because the progression and/or puzzles are overwhelming. I don't need handholding, but the game has numerous points where you simply don't have any idea what to do next, and when you're FORCED read a walkthrough you often exclaim "No way I would have EVER figured that out." I have to deduct a point each for puzzles and aimlessness, but the fun factor won't allow me to rate the game as low as an eight, so 8.5 it is. Still a fantastic game, but there is room for improvement and I would definitely back Larian via kickstarter if I felt that feedback could guide them to another great game.

    Still GOTY in my books.... $40 spent, and about 200 hours in, though it could have been done in 150 if I wasn't backtracking so much trying to figure out how to get things moving. Great job Larian.    … Expand
  52. Barby
    Dec 1, 2014
    10
    This is the best RPG I've played since Sacred 2, smart, funny and challenging, with multiple ways to solve quests, combats, and brilliant character creation. The only cons that I feel are minimal like non-respawn enemies or difficulty to customize the portrait, but it also has a powerful toolset so any minor issue would be solved with mods. Well thought Larian!
  53. derwolf12
    Nov 26, 2014
    10
    It has everything you expected from CRPG. All in all. The game of 2014. Just stay a bit more, then you will be happy and be satisfied with so much things you can do.
  54. Zaiyuki
    Nov 21, 2014
    9
    Awesome game! the only thing i don't like (nip picking) is the character creation has limited options for the face and body. And the portrays are too few. But beside that, it´s a fantastic game. A must buy game.
  55. Ranulph
    Nov 19, 2014
    8
    Very nice old school RPG. I am a little bit way the halfway mark, though I can say that despite the presence of general rpg tropes (chosen ones, save the world, insane baddy etc.), it is quite enjoyable. There is a lot of reading involved, so it is more planescape torment than dragon age in that regard. The best thing for me is the combat. It consist of incredibly deep, turn based combat,Very nice old school RPG. I am a little bit way the halfway mark, though I can say that despite the presence of general rpg tropes (chosen ones, save the world, insane baddy etc.), it is quite enjoyable. There is a lot of reading involved, so it is more planescape torment than dragon age in that regard. The best thing for me is the combat. It consist of incredibly deep, turn based combat, with a lot of choice in what you can do. I particularly like how you can use the environment to your advantage, and how you need to study your enemy to choose your tactics carefully. The only downside for me, is that there are only four additional companions, two of which were added after the game released. Some of the puzzles require a bit more time, which is okay, if you have some free time, but overall I am quite happy with the game. 8/10… Expand
  56. xie323
    Nov 18, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best Indie RPG until Witcher 3. Very funny, old school. Cartoony and fun graphics. I would have wanted more interaction between your two characters through.… Expand
  57. CarlaMoney
    Nov 17, 2014
    10
    This game knocks you in the ass. Best music. Best mechanics. Best graphics for a turn based game. Best party members. Best co-op. Best gameplay. Best jokes. Best history. Best script. Best editor. Best Game I ever played.
  58. marc5477
    Nov 14, 2014
    8
    Absolutely amazing RPG. Very few bugs, and they dont detract from the immersion at all. Ok character customization, fun combat, good story (not spectacular but I am old so its hard to surprise me), and just a fun time. I liked this game so much that I actually started replay instantly after finishing the 1st game, granted, I did not finish the 2nd run through before switching games. StillAbsolutely amazing RPG. Very few bugs, and they dont detract from the immersion at all. Ok character customization, fun combat, good story (not spectacular but I am old so its hard to surprise me), and just a fun time. I liked this game so much that I actually started replay instantly after finishing the 1st game, granted, I did not finish the 2nd run through before switching games. Still this was a rarity for me.

    There are a few things that I personally would like to have in RPG's like this. More character customization options would be nice, I really miss the NWN style D&D classes and how you can mix and match classes to make whatever you want. This game is pretty straight forward class wise although once you know the tricks, you can make a very powerful dual class type character. I hated the rock/paper/scissors dialog fights... it reminded me of how much I hated the dialog in Oblivion. The camera was iffy sometimes and sometimes in combat, environmental strategies dont work right because it is not clear where to aim or whether or not you can do it all. For instance, some puddles do not electrocute properly. The game definitely needs an commit/undo option due to silly click mistakes.    … Expand
  59. krugman25
    Nov 7, 2014
    10
    I played this game beginning to end and finished much (70-80%) of the side quests. I played through the game with dual Lone-Wolf on the hardest difficulty to get the best possible experience. I have about 100 hours invested in the game as of the writing of this review. Here is a quick rundown of the pro's and cons from my play through.

    *RPG Element - The RPG element of the game is deep    I played this game beginning to end and finished much (70-80%) of the side quests. I played through the game with dual Lone-Wolf on the hardest difficulty to get the best possible experience. I have about 100 hours invested in the game as of the writing of this review. Here is a quick rundown of the pro's and cons from my play through.

    *RPG Element - The RPG element of the game is deep and well fleshed out. This is a break of fresh air considering how shallow and watered down RPG games have been over the past 10 years.
    *Strategy Element - This isn't a run in and destroy everything type of game. Strategy is very much required and with the interaction with environment and very large skill trees it makes for dynamic and rich strategic combat. Even with a perfectly built out team, best gear, best skills/spells, without implementing good strategy you will get destroyed
    *No Grind - One of the first RPGs I have ever played where you don't grind and yet you make it through the game trying to stay ahead of the difficulty curve. Monsters don't re-spawn which means you can level beyond the monster which keeps the game tough, but it also eliminates the type of grinding required in 99% of all RPGs.
    Rewarding Battles - This is a combination of all of the above, most battles, even small trash mob type battles took me anywhere from 15-60 minutes to complete. Again the game puts an emphasis on strategy and instead of grinding the same mob hundreds of times for hours, you fight 1 mob 1 time but they make sure you work for it and you get rewarded as if you had been grinding it for hours.
    Rich World - The world is rich and vibrant. Some of the world feels bright and happy while other parts are dark and foreboding. The developers did a great job at drawing you deep into the game both through story telling and developing a world so real you forget you are playing a game.
    *Good Skill Tree/Loot - The game doesn't shower you in uber gear but it also doesn't keep it out of reach. You feel like you find good gear just often enough to make it rewarding but not so often that it becomes meaningless. My only complain here is that is errs a little to much to the side of being too stingy with gear. There were times where I would go 20-30 hours of gameplay before I found that better pair of gloves. Also there are plenty of well flesh out skill trees. You learn different skill trees, mix and match and try and find the best synergies between different trees. Because of that there is an almost unlimited number of unique character builds.

    I could probably list another half dozen minor things but those are the major pro's that stand out. My only complaint of this game is that the story line starts strong in the beginning but because a bit shallow and far fetched towards the end. Also the graphics are merely "ok". Although the game does have very nice looking spell animation. Overall any minor cons of this game are all but forgotten with all of the good it has going for it.

    It's a breath of fresh air to once again play a real RPG in the 21st century    … Expand
  60. Squidsie
    Nov 3, 2014
    10
    I really don't know where to start with this game. There's just so much to do. It's incredibly fun. The dialogue is clever. The combat is satisfying. You could easily spend hours upon hours doing whatever you feel like in Divinity: Original Sin. It's not often I look back and wish I would have participated in crowdfunding a video game project, but I really wish I had helped fund theI really don't know where to start with this game. There's just so much to do. It's incredibly fun. The dialogue is clever. The combat is satisfying. You could easily spend hours upon hours doing whatever you feel like in Divinity: Original Sin. It's not often I look back and wish I would have participated in crowdfunding a video game project, but I really wish I had helped fund the creation of this game. It's spectacular. If you're a fan of RPGs or turn-based strategy games, you simply have to play Divinity: Original Sin.… Expand
  61. David_Cameron
    Oct 30, 2014
    9
    Pro's:
    +Very tactical turn-based combat, which manages to make every fight seem vastly different to previous encounters. Also the enemy AI is (mostly) very good, making combat challenging, yet rewarding
    +Impressively high degree of character customisation +Rich, beautiful graphics and map design, even on the lowest settings +The story is engaging and well thought out +60+ hours of    Pro's:
    +Very tactical turn-based combat, which manages to make every fight seem vastly different to previous encounters. Also the enemy AI is (mostly) very good, making combat challenging, yet rewarding
    +Impressively high degree of character customisation
    +Rich, beautiful graphics and map design, even on the lowest settings
    +The story is engaging and well thought out
    +60+ hours of content, with definite incentives for multiple playthroughs
    +Even on medium difficulty, this game is very hard, exactly how a proper RPG should be!

    Cons:
    -Very long loading times (although maybe that is my rubbish laptop's fault)
    -The item-management system can feel a bit clunky and time consuming
    -Many of the game's aspects are poorly explained, or not even explained at all! There were countless times that I was genuinely stuck, and had to consult online guides. (Although this may be a bonus for hardcore RPG fans

    Overall:
    Divinity: Original Sin is a breath of fresh air in a market driven by generic shooters. Difficult, time-consuming, but ultimately great fun, this game will satisfy RPG veterans and newcomers alike.    … Expand
  62. Edward_F
    Oct 30, 2014
    8
    This is game is great! It’s closest to wonderful D&D titles (as Baldur’s Gate, Icewind dale, Planescape and etc.) as anyone has ever been in a decade.

    D:OS is more battle-driven than story-driven game. It’s more like Icewind dale and Temple of Elemental Evil than BG or Planescape. Story has its few gags and interesting ideas, though it’s easy just to scroll through dialogues and get    This is game is great! It’s closest to wonderful D&D titles (as Baldur’s Gate, Icewind dale, Planescape and etc.) as anyone has ever been in a decade.

    D:OS is more battle-driven than story-driven game. It’s more like Icewind dale and Temple of Elemental Evil than BG or Planescape. Story has its few gags and interesting ideas, though it’s easy just to scroll through dialogues and get back to battle ASAP.

    Turn-based battle system is what makes this game GREAT! It’s really requires strategic thinking, careful use of element magic, use of skills and a lot of damage control against enemies’’ actions. Some battles are long and frustrating, though they are always rewarding.

    Graphics is nice, nothing special, but it’s enough to enjoy fantasy setting and use of magic.

    I think it’s must have for old-school RPG lovers.    … Expand
  63. games4breakfast
    Oct 28, 2014
    9
    One of the best strategy rpg since Baldur's gate!

    Challenging turn-based combat, checked!
    Complex character systems, checked!
    Cool DA with old-school 2D isometric, checked!
    Great immersive soundtrack, checked!
    ....

    Larian studios can be proud!
  64. ZaPaAl
    Oct 24, 2014
    9
    Starts very strong with a lot to discover and interesting main and side quests, but diminishes against the end.
    Story is ok, but sadly drags out, and get's pulled down by to much text, and to little voice acting.
    Combat is very fun for the most part, but being over leveled for the entire last map, with no new skills to discover, and hardly any new equipment upgrades or uniques does not    Starts very strong with a lot to discover and interesting main and side quests, but diminishes against the end.
    Story is ok, but sadly drags out, and get's pulled down by to much text, and to little voice acting.
    Combat is very fun for the most part, but being over leveled for the entire last map, with no new skills to discover, and hardly any new equipment upgrades or uniques does not make for the best of experiences.
    There is far to much loot in game, so don't clean out the rooms and be a packmule, money is no issue.
    You can craft and blacksmith a lot (if you discover the workings and recipies) but really, you don't have to. Do yourself a favor, and skip most of it.
    Game needed quite a few patches to get in this state, but you can have a good time now, if you are up to a rather lengthy adventure, if you can restrain yourself from dragging everything along and if you can handle hours of inventory sorting and overlong battle animations.    … Expand
  65. Ixoziel
    Oct 23, 2014
    8
    The amount that you enjoy this game is going to depend on whether or not you're playing alone. With a friend, the game is great fun, especially if you disagree about decisions. The game is still solid if you play alone, though.
  66. rawhide1970
    Oct 18, 2014
    9
    This is about as good as a top down fantasy RPG can get. Good story, good level of character customization, and brilliant combat system. Larian knocked this one out of the park. This is a must have for any RPG or tactical combat fan.
  67. Loler13gr
    Oct 15, 2014
    9
    Amazing old-school RPG... A must buy for anyone who plays RPGs... Squad based gameplay with a great story full of moral choices... Hundreds of things to do , interesting NPCs , one of the best RPGs of the decade,,,
  68. TheMitherer
    Oct 11, 2014
    9
    It took a long time for someone to drag the isometric RPG back to where it belongs and Larian have done an excellent job of it. All the plaudits that you can read here and elsewhere are justly deserved. Engrossing, challenging, addictive, well written and a treat visually. Can't say I was a great fan of the combat system initially but it grew on me quite a bit. Spells and abilities areIt took a long time for someone to drag the isometric RPG back to where it belongs and Larian have done an excellent job of it. All the plaudits that you can read here and elsewhere are justly deserved. Engrossing, challenging, addictive, well written and a treat visually. Can't say I was a great fan of the combat system initially but it grew on me quite a bit. Spells and abilities are good and some of the fights quite challenging (although enemy AI could be improved - I felt a bit too lucky in a few fights). Crafting and blacksmithing systems are great, there are wide variety of enemies and, of course, loads of magical items floating about with which to outfit your party. All contained in a very impressive game world. Inventories are a bit fiddly and annoying (err make them bigger onscreen?) and we could do with some more joinable NPCs in the game world who have a bit more voiced dialogue. I suppose there is a case for not making every PC be able to learn every skill too. There are a few more minor annoyances but I'm sure these will be ironed out in time. If you are an RPG fan you should play this game.

    Baldur's Gate still holds the crown, but I get the impression that if anyone could make something that could be hailed as a BG3 (at least in spirit) then Larian would be the people to do so. Well done guys - a great accomplishment.    … Expand
  69. mattia_76
    Oct 10, 2014
    8
    If your up for an old styple RPG, this is a great game. Great story, very well balanced difficulty (although sometimes you may get stuck for a while until you understand how to solve some quests). It definitely is oriented to people that can invest time into exploring since it is very time consuming and big. If your looking for a quick experience this game is not for you.
    As a drawback i    If your up for an old styple RPG, this is a great game. Great story, very well balanced difficulty (although sometimes you may get stuck for a while until you understand how to solve some quests). It definitely is oriented to people that can invest time into exploring since it is very time consuming and big. If your looking for a quick experience this game is not for you.
    As a drawback i would state inventory management since it quite complex and you tend to accumulate quite a stock. There are also different minor bugs that must be adjusted here and there.    … Expand
  70. DumbRiceBucket
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    It's been a long time since I been so addicted to an RPG, this is genuine good quality game play with awesome graphics to boot. It is right up the alley of DnD lovers and RPG lovers alike, this game is literally the reason I became sleep deprived for two weeks. The greatness of this game completely shadows most of it's flaws. Playing it co-op just makes it that much more fun.
  71. wafelkill
    Oct 6, 2014
    10
    Divinity: Original Sin is what Baldurs Gate 3 should be!!!
    +Graphic!!!
    +Ablosute THE BEST turn base system in games!
    +MUSIC!!!
    LOVE THIS GAME!!!
    528
  72. Triiz
    Oct 6, 2014
    9
    Absolutely fantastic game, it brings back to me vivid memories of my Black Isle/Interplay experiences (Baldur's Gate, Fallout...). I have been playing for 50 hours so far. Here's a short summary of my opinion:

    Pros: - The combat mechanics are well thought and it's always exciting to get into a fight. The amount of skills allows you to setup a lot of interesting strategies. I have    Absolutely fantastic game, it brings back to me vivid memories of my Black Isle/Interplay experiences (Baldur's Gate, Fallout...). I have been playing for 50 hours so far. Here's a short summary of my opinion:

    Pros:

    - The combat mechanics are well thought and it's always exciting to get into a fight. The amount of skills allows you to setup a lot of interesting strategies. I have been going with a combo of 2 mages, rogue and dual hand weapon warrior. So how interesting is it? A good example is that aside the traditional fireball spell, you have teleport spells where you can potentially send your heavy warrior in the middle the monster pack, or send an enemy in a pit of fire.
    - The music is perfect and I keep humming it even when not playing
    - Graphics are really nice, maybe slightly too cartoony for me, but that comes down to personal preference
    - So much reading materials, lore and random objects everywhere. This is one of the thing that gives you that distinct BG or Fallout feeling. Opening a crate, finding an armor and a random book about random lore stories.

    Cons:

    - The dialogue system between your 2 main characters is pretty rubbish. I find myself reloading just to got the best traits (which improves some aspect of your character sheet like skills or combat boost). Also the way conflicts are resolved (when your characters disagree) is too random. It is basically a game of rock-paper-scissors. But this doesn't feel very random as the computer player never chooses the same object than you.
    - One thing that I think could have been improved very easily is the map/teleport system. The issue is that there is no world map. Instead you have a local map that helps you navigate the place you are currently present and a teleportation device that allows you to select in a list the portal you want to go to. That gives a feeling of a disconnected maps rather than a coherent world.

    Overall this is a great game and I totally recommend it if you like old school RPGs.    … Expand
  73. binmaze
    Oct 5, 2014
    10
    This is a pleasant surprise from Larian studio, who have kept releasing so-so games.
    It is an instant classic that any serious RPG fan should play.

    I never imagined there would be a room for improvement to old-school RPGs.
    But they managed to pull off. And applaud to them.
  74. Infaereld
    Sep 30, 2014
    9
    I had never played any of the other Divinity games so this title has been quite a "trial by fire".

    Wow! What a breath of fresh air this game is. Complex without being overly so, excellent story (humour included), great sound and graphics, great replay value, truly open world with great crafting, loot, character customisation etc. The game can be quite difficult but the puzzles, traps    I had never played any of the other Divinity games so this title has been quite a "trial by fire".

    Wow! What a breath of fresh air this game is. Complex without being overly so, excellent story (humour included), great sound and graphics, great replay value, truly open world with great crafting, loot, character customisation etc.

    The game can be quite difficult but the puzzles, traps and challenges are well thought-out.

    It does feel truly like a game made by gamers, for gamers.

    Larian deserve full praise for a wonderful (and mostly bug-free!) release and I will keep a close eye on their future titles.    … Expand
  75. Lenzie
    Sep 29, 2014
    9
    When I heard that D:OS was touted as a modern day spiritual successor to games like Ultima 7 & and Baldur’s Gate I immediately backed this game on Kickstarter, and I'm very glad I did.

    Larian Studios have delivered a game that has the nostalgic charm of an old school isometric RPG but with unique and modern game play mechanics, graphics, story and style that make this game a pleasure to    When I heard that D:OS was touted as a modern day spiritual successor to games like Ultima 7 & and Baldur’s Gate I immediately backed this game on Kickstarter, and I'm very glad I did.

    Larian Studios have delivered a game that has the nostalgic charm of an old school isometric RPG but with unique and modern game play mechanics, graphics, story and style that make this game a pleasure to play. If you like RPGs and haven't tried this game yet, do it, you won't regret it.

    Pro's:

    - Thoroughly enjoyable tactical combat that always makes you think and use your skills, spells and the environment to your advantage.
    - Varied enemies with cool boss fights
    - A diverse range of skills, spells and character builds available
    - Detailed and interesting locations to explore
    - Lush graphics / art style
    - Lots of quests often with varied and alternate means to solve
    - A solid story coupled with interesting dialog (often humorous)

    Con's:

    - I felt the game was a bit long - I sank 90 hours into this game (completed every single side quest)
    - While the maps (corresponding to each act) were very large and detailed I didn't get the sense of a 'world' to explore - more so simply 4 different main areas.
    - Some minor bugs, nothing to bad
    - Combat went from being very challenging at the start to quite easy at the end (I upped the difficulty to 'hard' mid-game)    … Expand
  76. TimTeamTebow
    Sep 25, 2014
    8
    There aren't many bugs left, so that is nice.
    One of the only problems I have it is that the quests have no guidance at all.
    That is usually a good thing, but it can result in running around for hours.

    Multiplayer is also pretty bad.
    You join someone's game and use their characters.
    For a host, its fine, but the co-op partner makes 0 progress on their own.
  77. Duracier
    Sep 25, 2014
    10
    Un des meilleurs jeu de ces dernières années. Un vrai rpg comme baldur's gate ou les anciens fallout.
    Une difficulté un peu faible sur la fin, mais bon scénario, trés nombreux objets, du craft, de trés beaux graphismes, tres bonne musique...une merveille
  78. Salvinha
    Sep 24, 2014
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is absolutely awesome, I've been waiting so long for a good old school RPG.
    The combat system: The turn based combat is just marvelous, you really must do a good strategy for taking down strong enemies.
    The lore: As the game says, original story, it isn't anything complex, but I thought it was good enough.
    Coop mode: Playing with a friend is fun, but a really good RPG should be played by 3-4 players.
    Camera: It is a weak point, could be a 360 degrees camera.
    NPCs: You have many NPCs to play with, but most of them by contract , they have no back history or anything like this, until now.
    Final consideration: The game is very good, and I don't feel sorry for spending money in it. I only wished there was a respawn system for some places.
    Going against some reviews, some complained that the journal does not help anything or point the way to go, the RPG games were becoming easier day by day to attend new generation of players, now it is back to the root. But I agree it should at least say where to go in some quests, if it is not about seek for something, because marking is not seeking anymore.    … Expand
  79. VerenaMohr
    Sep 23, 2014
    10
    As a big fan of old school RPG I can recommend this fantastic game. I am very surprised that I missed Kick-starter campaign. I do not know where I was hiding that I did not notice.
  80. Mikimax
    Sep 20, 2014
    9
    Good RPG hindered by small problems.
    If you are ready to spend TONS of hours to finish this game then this is the game for you.
    I have been playing it for 3 months.
  81. StaticSpine
    Sep 16, 2014
    9
    The story and the setting are average. The combat and magic systems are very nice. The game itself is pretty lengthy and has a huge amount of content. I enjoyed it, but probably won't touch it again.
  82. belfong
    Sep 12, 2014
    10
    I'm a working parent and have limited time. I have a huge backlog and find that I'm not able to start and continue a game till the end. So, it's a huge testament to D:OS that I played every chance I get and sacrifice sleep to progress the game. I'm also surprise to see that I have the patience for a turn base game. This is definitely GoTY to me!!
  83. Anderman
    Sep 11, 2014
    10
    Great old school RPG, Why can this little studio do it but the big company's can not! This game is so much fun, It will not hold your hand so you must read the quest and put it together..Fun combat and you can steal/loot anything...Worth every Penny
  84. onux
    Sep 10, 2014
    10
    Amazing, loved every minute of it. Great tactical combat, great story, funny. Sound is perfect, graphics are good and scale well to a 3 year old laptop with an Intel card! Took me back to when RPG's were fun again.
  85. ArminW
    Sep 10, 2014
    8
    After 2 very thorough playthroughs and with 172 hours on record, I guess I must clearly recommend this game :-)

    It is a HUGE, wonderfully modernized but still refreshingly old-school rpg, with an incredible attention to detail, great humor, a decent story and an amazingly deep, turn-based tactical combat system that allows for countless approaches and combinations. It looks georgeous,    After 2 very thorough playthroughs and with 172 hours on record, I guess I must clearly recommend this game :-)

    It is a HUGE, wonderfully modernized but still refreshingly old-school rpg, with an incredible attention to detail, great humor, a decent story and an amazingly deep, turn-based tactical combat system that allows for countless approaches and combinations.
    It looks georgeous, is surprisingly bug-free for a project this size (and it's patched regularly and fast as well), and it runs well even on older systems. The crafting system is fun and intuitive, and some of the puzzles are very well done.

    For all the praise, however, I also have to mention the downsides. And there are definitely those:
    The balance, in general, could use an overhaul. The game has a pretty steep learning curve in the beginning, but once you know the system, the fights are actually very, very simple. Note that I say simple, not easy.

    The fights, especially boss fights, tend to be long, repetitive, tedious, and, yes, even boring. The enemies usually have a TON of hitpoints, unlimited special abilities and everyone and their mothers, - of the same level or a bit higher than the party - is pretty much immune to special abilities - and thus, most tactical choices. They do, however, do pretty pathetic amounts of damage while keeping your party stunned, crippled, knocked down, frozen and generally annoyed but alive.
    I would highly prefer shorter, more challenging battles against enemies that are actually affected by all the special arrows I can craft and all those abilities - foes that are much faster to kill or disable but a lot more likely to kill ME.

    The numbers/RPG mechanics are yet another problem. Larian follows the old JRPG-style of insane number exaggeration. You start with a weapon that does 10 damage and you'll end with some monstrous obscentiy that can easily exceed 1000 damage on a critical hit or with a special maneuver. Enemies hitpoints and resistances grow accordingly, and the interesting enemies are thus always within about 2 levels of yours. Higher enemies are pretty much untouchable, lower ones pathetically helpless.

    And, finally, many quests and puzzles are just too damn obscure. I commend Larian to go against the mainstream, and skip all the quest markers, map markers, signs above a quest giver's head etc. But sometimes they fall to the other extreme and there is simply no way to continue with a quest but to randomly walk evereywhere, try everything and finally check the internet, only to learn that you missed some random item 4 hours ago... ;-P
    More logic and sensible hints, please!

    But this is all just criticizing on a VERY high level, and it doesn't diminish the fun at all. And, hands down, you won't get a better deal for your money anywhere atm.    … Expand
  86. CrazyWitch
    Sep 10, 2014
    8
    Divinity: Original Sin is a very good game. I think the main values of this RPG are exploration the world, meetings with interesting characters and funny dialogues. Сombat system is fascinating! A lot of skills, different their combinations, interactions with environment. Beautiful music and wonderful visual design! Graphic isn't realistic but it have own unique style and createsDivinity: Original Sin is a very good game. I think the main values of this RPG are exploration the world, meetings with interesting characters and funny dialogues. Сombat system is fascinating! A lot of skills, different their combinations, interactions with environment. Beautiful music and wonderful visual design! Graphic isn't realistic but it have own unique style and creates atmosphere of magic world full of mysteries and wonders. When I play Divinity: Original Sin my soul is relaxing. This game let me feel spirit of adventures!… Expand
  87. CloudOJD
    Sep 9, 2014
    10
    A beautiful throwback to the days of Baldur's Gate and Neverwinter Nights. This game doesn't just live up to the classics, it manages to even surpass them in several ways, and expands on the familiar RPG flavor with many interesting additions, such as a highly interactive environment and co-op dialogue.

    It also features a toolset, which almost guarantees infinite replayability once    A beautiful throwback to the days of Baldur's Gate and Neverwinter Nights. This game doesn't just live up to the classics, it manages to even surpass them in several ways, and expands on the familiar RPG flavor with many interesting additions, such as a highly interactive environment and co-op dialogue.

    It also features a toolset, which almost guarantees infinite replayability once those user-made modules and adventures start popping out. Play it!    … Expand
  88. UNCLEPAULIE
    Sep 7, 2014
    10
    I love this game, its so much fun and the game world is amazing . I have had a great time exploring and combating enemies, I have never been a fan of turn based combat but this game nails it . The games attention to detail is first class and everything in world can be interacted with, there are millions of weapons and armours .

    Nothing I don't like about the game but one thing I would    I love this game, its so much fun and the game world is amazing . I have had a great time exploring and combating enemies, I have never been a fan of turn based combat but this game nails it . The games attention to detail is first class and everything in world can be interacted with, there are millions of weapons and armours .

    Nothing I don't like about the game but one thing I would change is, I would like it to be voice acted, because there is a ton of reading to do lol but its still amazing without it .    … Expand
  89. Skhitzoid
    Sep 7, 2014
    9
    As others have said. Fantastic game, best fun I've had for years. Have all the consoles but P.C is my love and these types of games don't come out very often. Great stories, gameplay, graphics, music and fun. Recommended.
  90. TheEpicSheep
    Sep 6, 2014
    9
    This game is fun. Nothing else to really say. Its a great RPG with great mechanics and a ton-of-fun Editor to use to make your own crazy stuff. I say no more. Buy it.
  91. BrankoPanko
    Sep 3, 2014
    10
    Back to OLD school. They done it, a game that goes back to the roots of real RPG, with all of its aspects of gameplay, story, quests, funny characters (man and beast). Great use of area effects with spells and elements. Very easy and complex crafting system that sometimes makes you laugh :)

    For all those real RPG fans, a must play game of the year.
  92. godking
    Sep 2, 2014
    9
    wow, great game. now im going to skip all the good things because you already know em.
    the "not so good things"
    -the hardest part is from lvl 3 to lvl 7 (excluding some boss battles) after that its easier because jahan can heal every turn. -if you clear all the places and do all the quest you will end at lvl 22 or 21. (the boss is lvl 20) so the final battle is long but easy if at least    wow, great game. now im going to skip all the good things because you already know em.
    the "not so good things"
    -the hardest part is from lvl 3 to lvl 7 (excluding some boss battles) after that its easier because jahan can heal every turn.
    -if you clear all the places and do all the quest you will end at lvl 22 or 21. (the boss is lvl 20) so the final battle is long but easy if at least one of your crew has the right resistances.
    -I didnt used the crafting because i felt it like a pain in the arse. because usually the different components where in different categories and i had A LOT of things in the backpack. and the crafting is not that important

    excuse me if my english is not good    … Expand
  93. VerneoUK
    Aug 29, 2014
    10
    A wonderful experience which will not let me go.
    A time vampire of many talents, Divinity: Original Sin really shocked me with it's quality. I haven't truly enjoyed an RPG this much since the golden age of Final Fantasy & Baldurs Gate. People have commented already on the humor of this game; the random combinations of elemental fields very much rings of games like Magika but that    A wonderful experience which will not let me go.
    A time vampire of many talents, Divinity: Original Sin really shocked me with it's quality. I haven't truly enjoyed an RPG this much since the golden age of Final Fantasy & Baldurs Gate. People have commented already on the humor of this game; the random combinations of elemental fields very much rings of games like Magika but that doesn't give the writing enough credit.
    I only hope Larian Studios can give this wonderful game the support it deserves going forward.    … Expand
  94. Bellasarius
    Aug 29, 2014
    8
    Overall I am very happy with this game, having put about 50 hours into it. I am still in the second map, so I have no idea what the mid and end game are like. But So far the experience has been very enjoyable.

    I do understand the concerns of the negative reviews. Depending on what you are looking for in a RPG it is totally possible that a consumer may regret his/her purchase. I have    Overall I am very happy with this game, having put about 50 hours into it. I am still in the second map, so I have no idea what the mid and end game are like. But So far the experience has been very enjoyable.

    I do understand the concerns of the negative reviews. Depending on what you are looking for in a RPG it is totally possible that a consumer may regret his/her purchase. I have at times been quite frustrated and swore out loud, but very few, if any, games are so polished that these things can be avoided.

    The most frustration comes from the interface. The camera is VERY unwieldy and there have been several times I have "misclicked" in battle because the hotbar didnt register, or the thing I was clicking shifted position just as I was attacking.

    The amount of junk loot is overwhelming, but you cannot ignore anything as you have no idea as to what might be needed in the future. Twice I have spend about a half hour organizing my inv to a manageable
    point so I could continue.

    Character progression in the beginning is the slowest of any game I have ever played. This gives the game a very slow feeling out of the gate. Let me say though this changes once you hit level 5 and have the ability to start finishing some of the bigger quests. Progression after that is much better and more satisfying.

    The game WILL NOT help you through the story line or quests. You WILL come to points where you have no idea what to do next. You WILL stare blankly at the screen. But pushing on will allow you to proceed deeper into the game. Often times you will kill an encounter that will drop the item for a completely different quest that you had given up on because you had absolutely no idea where to start looking. The times I have been well and truly stuck, a night sleep and new perspective has made all the difference. The answers are there, the clues are there. There just isnt a big green arrow pointing at them.

    If you can look past the above issues, then get this game. You will LOVE it. If what I have written gives you pause, then you may not want to invest. I will say though that I have three friends who are also playing the game, and we all love it. The positives far outweigh the negatives in my book.    … Expand
  95. Raistx
    Aug 24, 2014
    10
    Overall: very happy with this game.
    It was identified to me as a game similar to Baldur's Gate. The comparison was right. Using modern graphics, the gameplay is enjoyable. My experience was bug free. After a short install I end up playing the game for about 25 hours in one weekend (it's very addictive).
    Minor - I only wish we could have a party bigger than four people. To do - I did not    Overall: very happy with this game.
    It was identified to me as a game similar to Baldur's Gate. The comparison was right. Using modern graphics, the gameplay is enjoyable. My experience was bug free. After a short install I end up playing the game for about 25 hours in one weekend (it's very addictive).
    Minor - I only wish we could have a party bigger than four people.
    To do - I did not tried the coop mode yet (but colleagues are quite happy with it)    … Expand
  96. pkarapan77
    Aug 24, 2014
    9
    Game is very good. However, when it says that it's "old school," bear in mind this also means it adopts old school game/plot mechanics. This can lead to frustration at times as the combat is ridiculously difficult (except on "easy" where it's *too* easy), and quests can be extremely vague in what you're supposed to do next.
  97. okamimiyazaki
    Aug 22, 2014
    10
    Let me make something clear: this is NOT "Baldur's Gate 3". It is nothing like Baldur's Gate. Pillars of Eternity is the game that is striving to be like the Infinity Engine classics.

    Divinity: Original Sin is more like Diablo with turn-based combat. It's not a terrible game but I'm left feeling unimpressed. Music is okay. A few songs are gorgeous (e.g. character creation music) but    Let me make something clear: this is NOT "Baldur's Gate 3". It is nothing like Baldur's Gate. Pillars of Eternity is the game that is striving to be like the Infinity Engine classics.

    Divinity: Original Sin is more like Diablo with turn-based combat.

    It's not a terrible game but I'm left feeling unimpressed. Music is okay. A few songs are gorgeous (e.g. character creation music) but many are forgettable and dull. The opening cinematic was cheesy. Environmental graphics are nice but the level design is a bit repetitive and I don't feel the urge to explore the world because it's not a very exciting one. Character models are hideous and the character creation is very basic. You'd think that in a game where you create two characters at the start, it wouldn't be this way. I had a lot of trouble attempting to get my male wizard to not look like an identical twin of my male warrior.

    I'm not impressed by the class system. It doesn't have anywhere near the depth of D&D games like NWN, where you have ability points, feats, skill points, spells/abilities, and various unique classes that can be combined in any way. Instead, you just have class 'names' which attempt to make the game look as if there are classes, which there aren't, really. You just pick a few skills and build your own character from scratch. The limited skills are VERY much like D3/WoW and NOTHING like the Forgotten Realms games.

    I don't feel myself enjoying the dialogue as much as PS:T, NWN or BG. It's not as well-written and a lot of it is filler/boring. Still, it's not -that- bad.

    I'll say that the game is somewhat charming and the turned-based combat can be fun/creative, but overall it doesn't deserve the high ratings that it's getting.    … Expand
  98. Vamrem
    Aug 22, 2014
    10
    Been years since I enjoy so much a game, the character development is incredibly deep influencing directly in the gameplay, talents like Lone Wolf are amazing to change completely the way to play and fit any player tastes and the combat system is mindblowing, full of possibilities to solve a combat. And no RPG would be complete without its toolset to make mods, adapting it even more to theBeen years since I enjoy so much a game, the character development is incredibly deep influencing directly in the gameplay, talents like Lone Wolf are amazing to change completely the way to play and fit any player tastes and the combat system is mindblowing, full of possibilities to solve a combat. And no RPG would be complete without its toolset to make mods, adapting it even more to the player's desires. All RPG gamers should have this pearl.… Expand
  99. Avernix
    Aug 21, 2014
    10
    Where to begin with this masterpiece?

    Pros: + One of the most beautiful and immersive worlds I've seen in a game to date. You can interact and barter with almost anyone (including animals if you have the talent). The graphics are grade A for a game like this and I often find myself just staring at the scenery. + Gripping story that has you guessing whats coming next, and most of the    Where to begin with this masterpiece?

    Pros:
    + One of the most beautiful and immersive worlds I've seen in a game to date. You can interact and barter with almost anyone (including animals if you have the talent). The graphics are grade A for a game like this and I often find myself just staring at the scenery.
    + Gripping story that has you guessing whats coming next, and most of the time you guess wrong. For me, at least, it seemed most of the story came straight out of left field. I loved it.
    + Combat feels engaging, challenging, and at times it can be very unforgiving. One wrong move could cost you a hero. Icy surfaces are definitely the bane of my existence, I think they get me more than anything else. But the combat itself really gives you a sense of accomplishment when you kill a group of enemies you just died 3 times on to your own stupid errors.
    + The music is incredible. I constantly find myself humming along to the music, even when I'm not playing. Every song is a perfect match for whats going on in game.
    + Character creation and class system is the most flexible of any RPG I've come across. You can be whatever you want to be from level one, so you don't end up with cookie cutter builds that everyone uses. This really allows you to adapt the game to your play style.
    + Replay-ability. I'm still on my first play through and already I find myself thinking about and deciding what I'm going to do next time around. Almost every quest can turn out differently depending on what you do and how you play. It seems no two play throughs will ever the same.

    Cons:
    - I'm not going to lie there were a couple bugs I've come across so far. None of which were game breaking and were fixed with a simple Save/Reload. The most common and most annoying for me if sometimes combat will start but the music wont. The only other big one I can remember was one of my companions wasn't able to be healed. But as stated saving/reloading did fix both of these bugs.
    - I wish it was longer. Not to say it's short because it's not by any means. I'm on my first play through level 16 and so far I've invested 76 hours of play. I really just don't want it to end.

    I can honestly say this is the best 40 bucks I've ever invested in a game. I highly recommend it anyone who enjoyed games like Baldur's Gate, Icewind Dale, Neverwinter Nights, Dragon Age: Origins, or Knights of the Old Republic. Anyway hope this was helpful and hope you enjoy the game.

    Cheers,
    -Avernix    … Expand
  100. alekssilin
    Aug 21, 2014
    9
    When i planned to explore this game the first time, my intention was to spend just an one weekend evening. The final result was that i spent much, much more. My feelings were that im again in my early twenties and playing in "gold" rpg's games of that time, when i played Neverwinter Nights, Baldur's gate and others ( i guess you know...)From the very beginnings of the journey, there wasWhen i planned to explore this game the first time, my intention was to spend just an one weekend evening. The final result was that i spent much, much more. My feelings were that im again in my early twenties and playing in "gold" rpg's games of that time, when i played Neverwinter Nights, Baldur's gate and others ( i guess you know...)From the very beginnings of the journey, there was an irresistible call for a big adventure ahead. And it was. Interesting quests, not easy puzzles, brilliantly crafted maps, npc and the world of Divinity is so engaging that makes me plunge into it with my head. My special compliments deserves soundtrack with amazing melodies. I put off my hat before the creators from Larian studio for this masterpiece.… Expand
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#9 Best PC Game of 2014
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#12 Most Discussed PC Game of 2014
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#16 Most Shared PC Game of 2014

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Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 59 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 56 out of 59
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 59
  3. Negative: 0 out of 59
  1. Worth Playing
    Dec 31, 2014
    91
    It's a conscious decision on Larian's part to resurrect tried-and-true threads that run deep into the bones of the CRPG genre. It's a culmination of those efforts and an unapologetic celebration of battle-tested concepts backed by solid co-op. Most of all, it comes together as a grand adventure that hearkens back to sleepless nights buoyed by the roll of a die and a pad of grid paper shared between fellow dungeon crawlers.
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  2. CD-Action
    Oct 22, 2014
    80
    Relatively small Larian Studios finally managed to deliver a really significant game. Original Sin is brimming with ideas on how to bring back old school RPG vibe and make it fit modern times. [Sept 2014, p.50]
  3. GameCritics
    Sep 12, 2014
    75
    As much as I loved the bulk of the game, by the end I was burning out, and burning out fast. Despite that, I'm glad that some studios are still willing to show an almost insane level of ambition in realizing the games they want to make without compromise, even if it does lead to a few dire moments here and there.
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