Divinity: Original Sin
Jun 30, 2014 12 years ago
Gather your party and get ready for a new, back-to-the-roots RPG adventure! Discuss your decisions with companions; fight foes in turn-based combat; explore an open world and interact with everything and everyone you see. Join up with a friend to play online in co-op and make your own adventures with the powerful RPG toolkit. Divinity: Original Sin is a game that gives you a lot of freedom and plenty of gameplay mechanics to use or abuse. The game's epic story may drive you toward your ultimate end-goal, but how you get there is entirely up to you. Or up to you and a friend, because Divinity: Original Sin can be played completely cooperatively, and features both online and local drop-in/drop-out multiplayer. Great adventures become even greater when shared with a trusted comrade-in-arms!
What it’s like
Divinity: Original Sin is a dense, tactical RPG that prioritizes systemic freedom over linear narrative. It captures the spirit of classic isometric party-based adventures, offering deep turn-based combat where environmental interactions and elemental combos define success. The experience is defined by its 'gameplay toolkit,' allowing players to solve problems through dialogue, stealth, or violence with equal validity. While the main plot provides a framework, the true weight lies in the intricate web of companion quests and world reactivity. The tone balances dark fantasy stakes with moments of levity, supported by distinct character voices. Structurally, it demands patience; the game is obtuse at times, requiring players to engage their brains to decipher systems rather than following hand-holding guides. It feels like a return to roots for hardcore RPG fans, rewarding curiosity and strategic planning above all else.
Strong in Co-op / MultiplayerCombatGameplay / MechanicsSystems Depth / Build VarietyAtmosphere / MoodCharactersDifficulty / ChallengeExploration / WorldSocial / RelationshipsStory / NarrativeWriting / Dialogue
Keep in mind The initial learning curve is steep and UI elements can be cluttered or unintuitive for newcomers. · The base game's visuals and audio are functional but lack the polish of modern AAA titles.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from pcgamer.com, ign.com, metacritic.com, gamespot.com.
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| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mac | Worldwide | Full release | Jun 30, 201412 years ago |
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Jun 30, 201412 years ago |
