Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire

In short: Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire is an RPG game released in 2018 by Obsidian, available on PC, PS4, Xbox One and Switch. Our score: 8.5/10 (highly recommended). Lowest price we found right now: $7.99.

Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire

An acclaimed RPG by Obsidian.

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Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire is an excellent CRPG that builds upon the strong foundation of its predecessor. Obsidian Entertainment delivers a richly detailed world with compelling characters and a vast, branching narrative. The transition to a nautical theme is executed beautifully, offering a sense of grand adventure as you explore the Deadfire Archipelago on your customizable ship. The combat system, while familiar, has seen refinements that make it more engaging, especially the addition of multi-classing. The sheer amount of content, from main quests to numerous side quests and faction choices, ensures dozens of hours of gameplay. While the initial loading times could be a bit hefty on some platforms, and the console ports suffered from performance issues at launch, the core experience remains consistently strong. Deadfire is a must-play for fans of classic RPGs and those who appreciate deep storytelling and strategic combat.

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What type of game is Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire?
Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire is a role-playing game (RPG) developed by Obsidian Entertainment.
When was Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire released?
The game was released in 2018.
On which platforms is Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire available?
Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire is available on PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.
Who developed Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire?
Obsidian Entertainment developed Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire.
Who published Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire?
Versus Evil published Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire.

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