Divinity: Original Sin II - Definitive Edition

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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 360 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 291 out of 360
  2. Mixed: 26 out of 360
  3. Negative: 43 out of 360
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  1. Screenhero
    Nov 11, 2022
    9
    A massive game with an incredible level of depth in all interactions, both in combat and during dialogue. You are free to create your character using any combination of skill categories but certain skills greatly simplify the process.
  2. Erikjewish
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Be careful once you play this game, all the rest gonna look like cheap indie, student trash.
    Just saying Sir.

    Not a game for dumb mainstream consumers or children and yes also man-children.
  3. dan-man
    Feb 24, 2022
    8
    It is a good game no doubt, but it is FAR from perfect. On the Switch the loading times are nightmarishly slow, saving is slow, many MANY quests are obscure and seemingly pointless, and some are buggy, the combat is god AWFUL and by far the worst part of the game (when enemies spam charm on you and you have to wait 10 minutes for a turn?!), it is UGLY as HELL on the switch being veryIt is a good game no doubt, but it is FAR from perfect. On the Switch the loading times are nightmarishly slow, saving is slow, many MANY quests are obscure and seemingly pointless, and some are buggy, the combat is god AWFUL and by far the worst part of the game (when enemies spam charm on you and you have to wait 10 minutes for a turn?!), it is UGLY as HELL on the switch being very blurry in open areas, and item management on the switch is like slow torture, although that is to be expected without a mouse. Oh and did I mention many quests have you wandering around aimlessly? Expect to consult online guides very VERY often, unless you want to spend dozens of hours in a game lost. Also performance issues on Switch.

    On the plus side, the writing and voice acting are usually brilliant, the environments are interesting and sometimes pleasant, the music is good and the length and complicated nature of the game is great, which will keep certain types hooked.

    However, all in all, I deleted the game during the final act. When a game becomes a chore, I just don't want to bother anymore. And this game became a chore. It is a shame because there are nice parts here and there, but it is full of pointless and dull meaningless gameplay, that makes you question what you are doing with your life. Glad it is gone, but I will have fond memories of Fane and the Red Prince. The game would greatly improve without the endless filler quests, turn-based combat and a more unique art style.    … Expand
  4. t_bone
    Dec 20, 2021
    9
    This is one of the best RPGs I've played. The lore, combat, and story are all great. The characters have really interesting backstories-- they're emotionally gripping and really interesting windows in to the game's world. The combat is also really fun! It consistently does a good job of challenging you without overwhelming you or boring you. It always seems just hard enough that you haveThis is one of the best RPGs I've played. The lore, combat, and story are all great. The characters have really interesting backstories-- they're emotionally gripping and really interesting windows in to the game's world. The combat is also really fun! It consistently does a good job of challenging you without overwhelming you or boring you. It always seems just hard enough that you have to dial in.

    The story is also a blast. There are some frustrating times where it feels like you need to read the devs's minds if you want to do something a certain way, and will probably end up looking things up as a result. But this is something that I think has to happen: there's so much freedom in the game that it can be overwhelming.

    The art and graphics were also really, really great. They felt like a change from normal RPG faire but without trying too hard to be unique.

    I think this game is also unique because there's different stories based on who's in your party that otherwise are completely alien. You'll want to replay it just to see those. All in all, a great purchase.    … Expand
  5. victorz19
    Dec 17, 2020
    10
    Epic characters, moving storyline and extremely fun gameplay mechanics including surfaces to play with and creative ways to play in combat. Immersive world and beautiful soundtrack makes this game a masterpiece and a must-play.
  6. Papas_Fritas
    Dec 10, 2020
    10
    If you enjoy D&D or the idea of a game where you can create a character with a seemingly unlimited arsenal of spells, attacks, etc, them this is your game. Don't expect lightning fast load times or even good graphics but if you just want to loose yourself in a game. Look no further.
  7. BeeBoss
    Sep 4, 2020
    10
    Wonderful RPG and excellent port on Switch. Definitely best RPG on Switch. Must have!
  8. KaZaMxDmG
    Aug 12, 2020
    10
    Best DnD style game available, and playing on is amazing. You will thank me after you purchase it and have more than 100 hours invested before you know it.
  9. EmCza
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This is one of the best cRPG of all time, and Switch version is perfect. Maybe graphic in this version isn’t so good as on PC or other consoles, but this version give you portable experience, and that meaning more for me than little better textures and resolution.
  10. eywee
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    perfect game, the ultimate RPG... i want BG3 XDDDD now please lariaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaan
  11. Doovde
    Jun 15, 2020
    10
    2020 Update Review

    I won't mess around. DOS2 is an absolute joy to play on Switch. The game has obvious graphical downgrades but since release nine months ago the devs have supplied several patches improving the graphics and stability. The game looks good in handheld mode and runs at 30fps with the occasional save stutter and heavy explosions which dip ONLY between moves for a brief    2020 Update Review

    I won't mess around. DOS2 is an absolute joy to play on Switch. The game has obvious graphical downgrades but since release nine months ago the devs have supplied several patches improving the graphics and stability. The game looks good in handheld mode and runs at 30fps with the occasional save stutter and heavy explosions which dip ONLY between moves for a brief second. For PC players the cross save function is a lot better since launch and works as intended. All in all DOS2 is a testament to Larian Studios dedication in bringing a seamlessly impossible port to Switch and NAILING IT. If you have a feeling of trepidation picking it up on the Switch's less powerful hardware please don't. The compromises are reasonable and you still get the full fat experience. A must buy as always.    … Expand
  12. DaveEagles
    May 9, 2020
    10
    Best RPG I've ever played. Bought it on 3 different platforms, PC, Switch and PS4. Switch version let's you cloud save to play on PC and vice versa. Great graphics, audio is awesome, really good soundtrack, gameplay is fantastic. Everything feels really well balanced, it's challenging without feeling absolutely impossible. The controls are fantastic and once I played with my controller onBest RPG I've ever played. Bought it on 3 different platforms, PC, Switch and PS4. Switch version let's you cloud save to play on PC and vice versa. Great graphics, audio is awesome, really good soundtrack, gameplay is fantastic. Everything feels really well balanced, it's challenging without feeling absolutely impossible. The controls are fantastic and once I played with my controller on switch I did the same on PC. It's a must play for anyone who owns the console and it's amazing how they've fit this game on switch. 10/10!… Expand
  13. danielscotth
    Mar 28, 2020
    10
    Where would I even begin? This is hands down the best RPG I’ve played since TES IV: Oblivion or TES V: Skyrim. And I’ve never been able to get into an isometric, classic style rpg before. That’s saying something.

    The amount of player freedom and choice is incredible. The game rewards you for creative and unusual thinking and tactics. The amount of spells and crafting and loot and quests    Where would I even begin? This is hands down the best RPG I’ve played since TES IV: Oblivion or TES V: Skyrim. And I’ve never been able to get into an isometric, classic style rpg before. That’s saying something.

    The amount of player freedom and choice is incredible. The game rewards you for creative and unusual thinking and tactics. The amount of spells and crafting and loot and quests is enormous, and the gameplay (everything from exploration to dialogue to combat) is outstanding.

    The soundtrack is perfect. I enjoy every track. The story has kept me engaged and excited to see what will happen next. The characters are rich and very like able. It seems DOS2 has a near perfect balance between open exploration and linear story-telling. There is so much to do, but you can take your time and do it at your leisure or attempt to forge ahead on the main path if you so choose (though you’d be significantly handicapping yourself by losing out on all that sweet EXP and loot, AND excellent side quests and surprises all strewn out throughout the gorgeous areas).

    So far I’m about 50ish hours in and I can’t stop playing. It’s ridiculously engaging and just downright fun. I’m playing on story mode and feel it’s the perfect amount of challenge without being TOO difficult. Also, it runs very, very well on the Switch. I’ve had no issues whatsoever. The graphical downgrade isn’t bad. It looks gorgeous on the big screen or on portable. It plays well with very little frame drops. The load times are the most annoying part - they are admittedly a little long. But they aren’t a deal breaker.

    Divinity: Original Sin 2 has become one of my all time favorite RPGs ever. It’s singlehandedly made me interested in giving another go with other CRPG’s again, reignited my love for what RPG’s can do, and led me to purchase and give Dragon Age: Origins and Baldur’s Gate 1 & 2 a chance. I’m also looking into Pillars of Eternity now as well. This game is beautiful, funny, immersive, addicting, rewarding, and practically bursting with loving attention to detail in every corner. Buy it!!!    … Expand
  14. jimmymc
    Mar 6, 2020
    10
    Simply incredible. Bought this after the BG3 gameplay reveal. I knew the game was well-regarded but never paid much attention as I assumed that it wouldn’t be for me - couldn’t have been more wrong.

    It’s definitely not as pretty on the Switch as it is on other formats, but it’s still a detailed and attractive game and a little blurriness doesn’t make battles any harder to follow. To be    Simply incredible. Bought this after the BG3 gameplay reveal. I knew the game was well-regarded but never paid much attention as I assumed that it wouldn’t be for me - couldn’t have been more wrong.

    It’s definitely not as pretty on the Switch as it is on other formats, but it’s still a detailed and attractive game and a little blurriness doesn’t make battles any harder to follow.

    To be able to play something like this on the go is just wonderful. Note: tons of reviews talk about how hard the combat is, and I’m enough of a wimp that I out it on easy to give myself a fighting chance - while I would definitely recommend saving often (because I have reconsidered decisions a few times), it’s totally manageable for me.

    If you’re on the fence, do watch a couple of gameplay videos - the range of possibilities for each battle and most conversations is just insane.    … Expand
  15. sludacris
    Mar 5, 2020
    9
    Currently about 20 hours in and absolutely loving it. The creativity you have in solving problems is fun. Big D&D fan and I’m excited to hear that Baldur’s Gate 3 is going to use this type of system (but with 5e rules).

    The resolution is only a problem when you’re in a tight battle space and someone lights everything on fire. Even then, you have outlines on your characters to help find    Currently about 20 hours in and absolutely loving it. The creativity you have in solving problems is fun. Big D&D fan and I’m excited to hear that Baldur’s Gate 3 is going to use this type of system (but with 5e rules).

    The resolution is only a problem when you’re in a tight battle space and someone lights everything on fire. Even then, you have outlines on your characters to help find yourself.    … Expand
  16. vodkaffee
    Mar 3, 2020
    9
    if you are new to western RPGs here's a tip, quick save ALL the time, also great game, very good port, i have played around 120 hours and just once i had a framedrop in a battle and a crash on the game (the game has been patched a lot since then).

    UPDATE: the game keeps adding new content 1 year later, along with patches. The story gets way better the more it advances and you learn how    if you are new to western RPGs here's a tip, quick save ALL the time, also great game, very good port, i have played around 120 hours and just once i had a framedrop in a battle and a crash on the game (the game has been patched a lot since then).

    UPDATE: the game keeps adding new content 1 year later, along with patches.
    The story gets way better the more it advances and you learn how to exploit it.    … Expand
  17. Enterkiou
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    Maravilloso juego. Mi primer encuentro con un RPG clásico estilo dungeon and dragons, y quedé fascinado. Excelente campaña, jamás vi una historia tan completa y con tantas opciones de diálogos, y determinaciones en el destino de los secundarios. Entretención por cientos de horas. Muy recomendado
  18. yitus
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
    Gran juego! Lo jugué hacia un tiempo en pc, pero que esté disponible para Switch es un gustazo. Ahora puedo jugar al Divinity allá a donde vaya!

    Tengo que reconocer que me ha sorprendido gratamente no solo la buena adaptación de los controles a los Joycons, sino que el juego se ve espectacular, tanto a nivel de gráficos, como de modelos (a penas hay diferencias con los de PC). Desde    Gran juego! Lo jugué hacia un tiempo en pc, pero que esté disponible para Switch es un gustazo. Ahora puedo jugar al Divinity allá a donde vaya!

    Tengo que reconocer que me ha sorprendido gratamente no solo la buena adaptación de los controles a los Joycons, sino que el juego se ve espectacular, tanto a nivel de gráficos, como de modelos (a penas hay diferencias con los de PC).

    Desde luego es uno de los juegos más TOP que existen en Nintendo Switch.    … Expand
  19. Thaksin
    Jan 9, 2020
    8
    Отличная классическая РПГ, которую оценят все любители отыгрывать персонажа и любящие эксперименты со своим героем )
    Жаль что игра не наполнена красивыми синематиками (они есть, но мало), в остальном все отлично!
  20. xrenderman
    Dec 29, 2019
    10
    This is how proper RPG should look like in 2019. And having such a great port with no compromises on the most comfortable platform is just great!
  21. Ashtryk15
    Nov 28, 2019
    10
    The game is great! Thwompthing is just an idiot who doesn't even own a Switch.
  22. Nevermber
    Nov 21, 2019
    10
    I love RPG, so I do not consider myself objective.

    DOS2 is a cool, multi-faceted, long-running game with an incredible story that I went through several times over the past couple of months, but I'm sure I missed something. Races, classes, characters as individuals, interesting quests, unusual non-game characters - all this is mixed here in some magic potion that will enchant the    I love RPG, so I do not consider myself objective.

    DOS2 is a cool, multi-faceted, long-running game with an incredible story that I went through several times over the past couple of months, but I'm sure I missed something.

    Races, classes, characters as individuals, interesting quests, unusual non-game characters - all this is mixed here in some magic potion that will enchant the player.

    Yes, of course, the graphics here are not perfect, but this does not interfere with playing and enjoying the game 100%.

    Written after 165 hours of playing the Nintendo switch.    … Expand
  23. SpideymanSV
    Nov 12, 2019
    9
    a great blend of rpg and turn based strategy, a very fun game for either 1 player or 2 player and great fun online with 3 of your closest buddies
  24. Exstasy
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    Лучшая РПГ на моей памяти. Пошаговые бои очень понравились, ну и вариативность. Исполнение на высочайшем уровне.
  25. RealHunter
    Nov 3, 2019
    10
    Безумно крутая рпг, сначала брал в стиме играл, сейчас проходим на приставке в кооперативе! это оболденно, разнообразия от созданных персонажей и их классов просто невероятное! на данный момент наверное это лучшая рпг века :)Безумно крутая рпг, сначала брал в стиме играл, сейчас проходим на приставке в кооперативе! это оболденно, разнообразия от созданных персонажей и их классов просто невероятное! на данный момент наверное это лучшая рпг века :)
  26. Curator336
    Nov 3, 2019
    10
    Great game. Removed much of what I did not like in the first part. Thanks to the developers.
  27. Vlad0908
    Nov 1, 2019
    10
    This game will be able to give a non-repeatable drainage, Nintendo Switch is the console of the gods
  28. Everinst
    Oct 31, 2019
    10
    Perfect game. Much better then the first part. Must have for all fans of rpgs!
  29. DungeonMaster
    Oct 29, 2019
    10
    Being a young gamer, I did not feel the charm of RPG games from the beginning of the zero. But after I plunged into this beautiful fantasy world of Divinity 2, I just played uninterruptedly for 50 hours. The game has very nice graphics. Thanks to Larian Studios for this great game.
    P.S. Waiting for Divinity: Fallen Heroes.
  30. Hecks88
    Oct 24, 2019
    9
    Fantastically rich and satisfyingly difficult to master. Probably my favourite rpg on the Switch at the moment.
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  1. GamingTrend
    Sep 20, 2021
    90
    If you can’t play on PC, Divinity: Original Sin 2 on Switch is a perfectly fine way to play. It has its issues and quirks that make it more of a companion to the PC version, but being able to play wherever you want makes up for it.
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  2. FNintendo
    Nov 12, 2019
    90
    Divinity: Original Sin II is one of the best games available on the Nintendo Switch and a heaven-sent for RPG fans. With its in-depth gameplay, freedom of exploration and an involving and detailed plot, this is an excellent adaptation to the Nintendo Switch and one which will reward the investment of time and energy that any player puts into it.
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  3. Nintenderos
    Oct 25, 2019
    100
    Divinity: Original Sin II is a masterpiece and a dream come true for RPG fans. This game takes us to a world in which our decisions will influence completely throughout the secondary plots, without forgetting to maintain excellent quality both in storytelling and in combat and personalization. One of the best role-playing games ever created.
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