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Review of Divinity: Original Sin II on Nintendo Switch

by Chucky Chucky photo Sep 2019
Cover image of Divinity: Original Sin II on Switch
Gamefings Score: 9.5
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 04 Sep 2019
Genre: Role-playing game
Developer: Larian Studios
Publisher: Larian Studios / Bandai Namco Entertainment

Introduction

It's hard to believe Divinity: Original Sin II is now on the Nintendo Switch. Yes, that same game which made you feel like a wizard when in fact you were just a nerd in your mom's basement. Whether you were running around Rivellon or accidentally blowing yourself up with a fireball, this RPG has more possibilities than a grocery store's frozen food aisle. Now, let's dive into the heroic, goofy, and often chaotic world of Divinity: Original Sin II on the Switch.

Gameplay

The combat system is turn-based and feels about as strategic as planning a heist to steal the last slice of pizza at a party. You've got up to four characters in your party, and you can make decisions so diverse that you might think you are navigating a group of teenagers through a school dance. Each character has unique skills, backgrounds, and more backstories than your average soap opera character. Your choices truly influence the world of Rivellon - no pressure, right? This game's quest system allows flexibility like a yoga instructor on a Red Bull binge. You can resolve quests in various ways, making you feel like Bruce Wayne one second, and a confused raccoon the next. You even get to engage with NPCs, where conversations often go from casual chit-chat to "Did I just murder that guy?" in the blink of an eye. The humor and writing bear witness to Larian Studios' mission to make you chuckle, gasp, and possibly question your life choices all at once.

Graphics

Visually, Divinity: Original Sin II manages to compete with your favorite animated show, and likely does a better job with character expressions than half the people in your Zoom calls. The lush environments draw you in, which is good because you'll spend countless hours exploring every nook and cranny. The Switch version, while slightly downscaled compared to its console cousins, still looks fantastic - as if someone grabbed the art team and shoved a box of crayons in their hands.

Conclusion

Overall, Divinity: Original Sin II on Switch is nothing short of a triumph - like if Mozart composed the soundtrack for a heist movie. New and returning players can enjoy its deep storytelling, tactical combat, and delightful wittiness without worrying about carrying their entire gaming setup around. If you've ever wanted to become a hero while snacking on chips in bed, this game is perfect for you. You'll laugh, cry, and may even throw your controller when your friend decides to backstab you during a critical moment. But isn't that what gaming is really about? Making bad decisions while feeling great? So grab your Switch, embrace your inner wizard or warrior, and get ready to dive headfirst into the chaos that is Rivellon!

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