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Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition
Adventure
RPG
Strategy
Single-player
Multi-player
PvP
Online PvP
Shared/Split Screen PvP
Co-op
Online Co-op
Shared/Split Screen Co-op
Shared/Split Screen
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Trading Cards
Captions available
Steam Workshop
Steam Cloud
Includes level editor
Remote Play on Tablet
Remote Play on TV
Remote Play Together
Family Sharing

The critically acclaimed RPG that raised the bar, from the creators of Baldur's Gate 3. Gather your party. Master deep, tactical combat. Venture as a party of up to four - but know that only one of you will have the chance to become a God.

Developers: Larian Studios
Publishers: Larian Studios
Release Date: Sep 14, 2017
Price (USD): $11.24
Current Players: 24k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Overwhelmingly Positive(95%)
tactical combat
rich story
character depth
environmental storytelling
multiplayer
armor mechanics
quest guidance
difficulty spikes
clunky inventory
confusing quests
The general sentiment is largely positive with players lauding Divinity: Original Sin 2 for its rich open world, strategic combat, and narrative depth. While the game is challenging, many find this to be part of its charm, although some players criticize the difficulty spikes and inventory management system. Mixed feedback was given to the armor mechanics and quest guidance, but the game's overall quality in storytelling and character development maintains high praise.

Positive Points

  • The game offers an immensely detailed and rich open world, with well-executed graphics and engaging environments.
  • Players praised the tactical, turn-based combat system, highlighting its creativity, depth, and demand for strategic planning.
  • The narrative and world-building were often noted as strengths, with a compelling story and well-written companion characters.
  • Many appreciated the replayability due to the multitude of character builds, choices impacting the game world, and varied approaches to encounters.

    • Negative Points

  • Difficulty spikes and an imbalance in the combat system were common criticisms, making some battles feel unfair or overly challenging.
  • The inventory and quest management systems were highlighted as clunky and confusing, leading to frustrations with organization and progression tracking.
  • A lack of clear direction in quests and exploration, with some players feeling lost or overwhelmed by the breadth of content.

    • Mixed Points

  • The magic/physical armor mechanic received mixed reactions: some found it added depth to strategy, while others felt it restricted flexibility and character builds.
  • While many players enjoyed the game's challenge, others found it necessitated excessive meta-gaming or reliance on walkthroughs.

    • Common Themes

  • The game is often compared to Baldur's Gate 3, with players finding similarities in storytelling, character depth, and combat style.
  • The cooperative multiplayer mode is praised for enhancing the gameplay experience, allowing friends to explore and strategize together.
  • Significant praise goes to the game's writing and the effectiveness of environmental storytelling.
  • Players also commonly noted the impact player choices have on the world, enhancing immersion and personal investment in the story.
    • Updated 12/24/2025, 12:01:28 AM UTC
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