Thursday, 14th January 2021

DOS2
Game Divinity: Original Sin 2
Released 2017
Developer Larian Studios
Available Apple GOG Steam

Divinity: Original Sin 2 is a turn-based RPG set in the fantasy land of Rivellon. You play a Sourcerer (person able to manipulate the magic of Source) on your way to be 'cured' of this ability. You need to escape and discover the truth behind the crusade to rid Rivellon of undesirables like you.

A very strong story, with plenty of meaty side quests. Unlike many RPGs the battles go hand in hand with puzzles that could grace an Adventure game. I didn't play the game on the hardest level, but to me it felt challenging and rewarding enough to beat the game. It also felt well balanced. I don't like to spend effort crafting for one thing. I won through the game playing in Lone Wolf mode which meant I had a squad of 2 game characters not 4. This did mean some quests were not available to me, but I preferred the sense of having stronger characters.

I may well replay this with different character builds. It's a very good game.