Platforms
- PCMay 08, 20188.6playscore8.845 Critics8.68.31K Players
- PlayStation 4Jan 28, 20207.7playscore7.817 Critics7.71.40K Players
- Xbox OneJan 28, 20207.4playscore7.87 Critics6.8568 Players
- Nintendo SwitchDec 31, 2022NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
45 critic reviews · 4 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
Once again, the Pillars of Eternity series shows how much it really, really wants to be a D&D game. With DLC called 'The Deck of Many Things' and rules system that very closely mirrors the fundamentals of D&D right down to individual spells, it's sort of a crying shame that the powers that control licensing on both sides were unable to consummate this obvious marriage. Pillars of Eternity, for me, is the best D&D series there never was.
Stuart Thomas · Oct 20, 2018 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewPillars of Eternity II: Deadfire “Beast of Winter” gives fans more of a good thing, and presents a handful of interesting ideas and story beats. That said, anybody expecting this Pillars of Eternity II expansion to be anywhere near as vast, vibrant, and varied as the core game are likely to be left cold.
Nathan Birch · Aug 20, 2018 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewWith so many different gameplay and combat options, it feels like Obsidian is trying their best to make an RPG that can appeal to fans of old and new RPGs alike. I myself have rallied almost 100 hours of gameplay in my first play through and I already have my next 2 playthrough mapped out. Plus, Obsidian is set to release the Beast of Winter expansion pack on August 2nd which will add a new adventure to the game. With that in mind would strongly suggest getting the game now so you can beat it in time for the expansion.
Sarah Benderman · Jul 25, 2018 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewPillars of Eternity II: Deadfire managed to accomplish quite a bit. It’s a successful sequel with a future, appealing to both newcomers and veterans. It’s an alluring and haunting audiovisual experience offering plenty of replayability in gameplay styles. And above all it makes you think beyond the usual platitudes associated with fantasy RPGs, with a final act that lingers in your mind.
Richard Costa · Jun 25, 2018 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewIf one was to ignore the technical issues and consider it in isolation, Pillars of Eternity 2 could be deemed a solid game. Whilst on the surface it appears to offer depth and choice, effectively the content is relatively simple and linear. Nevertheless, there are some great side quests and locations to engage with, and a large number of stories and peoples to encounter.
Sophie Halliday · Jun 06, 2018 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewBut give the game a few hours, and you'll find yourself sucked into its damp, wonderful, varied world. Even if you haven't played the first Pillars of Eternity. Carefully crafted and complex, but never offensively so, Pillars of Eternity 2: Deadfire will satisfy even the most demanding role-playing gamer.
Chris Mc · May 28, 2018 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewYou'll be hard-pressed to find a title packed with more raw plot than Pillars of Eternity 2. Almost everyone has a story to tell, and that's what makes the game so unique. The main plot is serviceable enough, but the main attraction here is how fleshed out the world is. It's a great place to get lost in for 60-70 hours, and it maintains enough variety that things don't feel too repetitive.
Jason Faulkner · May 26, 2018 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewThere are many layers to this game, with different people who have their own problems and motives. You can pick and choose where to get involved, or happily give dozens of hours of your life to speaking with all the colorful characters of Deadfire, finding every hidden area, picking up every abandoned cat, and completing every quest Obsidian’s latest triumph has to offer.
Lydia Tang · May 17, 2018 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewPillars of Eternity II: Deadfire is an excellent game with a few minor hiccups that keep it from being perfect.
Emil Gunnarsson · May 08, 2018 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewWe’re more spoiled for choice when it comes to RPGs like this than we were in 2015, which makes Deadfire feel a little less special than the first Pillars. But that’s a minor gripe in light of the fact that this is another great game from one of the best studios in the business, offering many hours of quality roleplaying.
Andy Kelly · May 08, 2018 Reviewed on PCRead full review
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About the game
Pursue a rogue god over land and sea in the sequel to the multi-award-winning RPG Pillars of Eternity. Captain your ship on a dangerous voyage of discovery across the vast unexplored archipelago region of the Deadfire.