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Divinity: Original Sin - Enhanced Edition

Xbox One, PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux, Mac, PlayStation 4 • 2015

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Quick resume

Gather your party and get ready for the kick-ass new version of GameSpot's PC Game of the Year 2014. With hours of new content, new game modes, full voiceovers, split-screen multiplayer, and thousands of improvements, there's never been a better time to explore the epic world of Rivellon!

Global score

89/100

Genres

Adventure, Indie, Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Tactical

Pros

  • Deep tactical combat
  • Extensive character customization
  • Rich story and humor
  • Strong cooperative multiplayer
  • Large immersive world with exploration

Cons

  • Steep learning curve
  • Some ui and inventory management issues
  • Puzzles can be frustrating
  • Slow character movement
  • Some technical bugs in multiplayer

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    5

    "Players have full control over character creation, skill builds, and multiple ways to solve quests, emphasizing personal freedom and decision making."

  • Competence
    4

    "Combat is challenging and tactical, requiring skillful planning and mastery of mechanics; players receive feedback and must adapt strategies."

  • Competition
    -3

    "Focus is primarily on personal and cooperative play rather than competing against others; no mention of ranked or leaderboard modes."

  • Continuation
    5

    "Players report long play sessions, high engagement, and habitual play with over 100 hours common; game is immersive and addictive."

  • Cooperation
    4

    "Strong cooperative multiplayer support with shared decision making and complementary character interactions; co-op is highly praised."

  • Creativity
    5

    "Extensive crafting, character customization, and environmental interaction encourage creative problem solving and unique builds."

  • Domination
    -4

    "Interactions emphasize mutual respect and cooperation; no evidence of dominance or power imposition over others."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Players use the game as a deep immersive escape with rich story, humor, and exploration that distracts from real life."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and enjoyment; no indication of obligation or external pressure."

  • Experimenting
    5

    "Game encourages experimentation with skills, combat tactics, and quest solutions; players enjoy trying new approaches."

  • Exploration
    5

    "Large open world with many secrets, side quests, and hidden items; exploration is a core motivation and highly rewarding."

  • Expression
    4

    "Character creation and personality traits allow self-expression; some limitations in appearance customization noted."

  • Fantasy
    5

    "Strong fantasy setting with magic, mythical creatures, and imaginative story elements; humor and whimsical tone present."

  • Fellowship
    4

    "Community and cooperative play foster a sense of belonging; players enjoy shared experiences and social interaction."

  • Growth
    5

    "Deep character progression, skill learning, and tactical mastery provide strong learning and personal development opportunities."

  • Health
    -3

    "Typical sedentary gameplay with long sessions; some players report physical discomfort after extended play."

  • Idle
    -4

    "Requires focused attention and strategic thinking; not suited for casual or background play."

  • Intimacy
    3

    "Co-op play and character interactions create meaningful social connections beyond surface level."

  • Leadership
    2

    "Players can lead party decisions and coordinate tactics, but leadership is shared and cooperative rather than authoritative."

  • Progression
    5

    "Strong emphasis on leveling, acquiring items, crafting, and upgrading characters and equipment."

  • Relaxation
    2

    "While some find the game relaxing and immersive, others note sustained tension from challenging combat and puzzles."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Enjoyable visual effects, sound design, and music contribute to sensory engagement and emotional fun."

  • Status
    -3

    "Focus is on individual and cooperative achievement rather than social recognition or popularity."

  • Story
    4

    "Rich narrative with branching quests, character development, and immersive dialogue; story is a strong motivator."

  • Strategy
    5

    "Highly tactical combat and problem solving require planning, logical thinking, and strategic decision making."

  • Thrill
    3

    "Combat and exploration provide moments of suspense and excitement, though not extreme or constant."

  • Value
    5

    "Players report excellent value for time and money with extensive content and replayability."

  • Violence
    2

    "Combat involves defeating enemies with violence, but also includes constructive elements like crafting and problem solving."

  • Survival
    3

    "Combat and exploration involve managing threats and overcoming dangers; survival is a key gameplay element."

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