Summary
Players and critics praisedDivinity: Original Sin 2upon release for its incredibly deep RPG systems and intuitive turn-based combat systems, as well as the creativity offered to players in how to play the game the way they want to. One of these well-developed RPG systems is the game’s hugely customizable class system. There are 14 classes available in the expansive and complex RPGDivinity: Original Sin 2, each one with its particular strengths and weaknesses. SomeDivinity 2classes are flat-out broken from the start, while others need some time put into their development and careful attention togear to become almighty.
While the game tries to push the fact that every class is viable and players can employ whatever strategy they see fit to dispose of their opposition, the heightened difficulty of this game as compared to the first title means that players who don’t want to struggle too much in this game should opt for the safest class to make things easier for themselves. It may not be the most interesting choice, butDivinity: Original Sin 2has a lot of strengths that any CRPG fan will love to experience. The last thing they’d want is to be stopped in their tracks by an enemy that doesn’t know when to quit. This makes it important for players to be aware of thebest classes inDivinity: Original Sin 2.
Updated June 04, 2025, by Ritwik Mitra:Divinity: Original Sin 2is one of the greatest video games of all time, proving to everyone that Larian Studios had what it takes to make CRPGs mainstream once again. A tactical combat system combined with elements of immersive sim design helped this game stand out. As an RPG, it is brimming with so much content that players can easily spend hundreds of hours in this title. The best part about this game is how replayable it is, and the class system is one of the many gameplay pillars that give players an excuse to clock in multiple playthroughs to see all the permutations and combinations. While there’s no definite answer as to thebest class players can use inDivinity: Original Sin 2,some classes start with an advantage over others because of how easy it is to form a build and wreck opponents in style.
15Special Mention: Custom Classes
A Unique Combination Of Abilities Recommended For Advanced Players
Creating a custom class inDivinity: Original Sin 2is not only possible but sometimes it’s much more engaging than taking on a pre-built role. Players can choose their race, their passive skills, starter spells based on their archetype, and make other customizations. This can be a bit complex for first-time players, so it’s recommended that this course of action should only be taken by CRPG veterans who know what they’re doing.
Much of the game’s appeal comes from the in-depth character development of the main characters, so first-timers should take onDivinity 2with a party of main characters. However, custom classes add another layer of immersion for returning players, who canplay the sandbox RPG any way they like.With enough tweaks, players can easily create thebest class inDivinity: Original Sin 2that is completely distinct from its counterparts.
14Fighter
A Tried-And-Tested Class Great For Players Getting Into The Game
The Fighter class focuses on bothtaking and dealing huge melee blowsand is scarcely found far away from an enemy. It’s a basic class that’s easy to understand, but its simplicity leaves it lacking. A Fighter’s starting skills include:
Fighters are great for those who want asimple and effective playstyle; however, keep in mind that other classes are not as well-rounded, but much better in some of the Fighter’s niches. In theDivinity: Original Sin 2classtier list, the basic fighter is generally regarded as being at the bottom.
13Enchanter
Pales In Comparison To Other Magical Classes
The Enchanter has control over the elements, able to summon weather effects, change the composition of the playing field, and otherwise summon phenomena to damage and aid allies. Enchanter starting skills include:
The class has a lot going for it, particularly when it comes to buffing the party. However, it ultimately is outclassed by classes such as the Witch or Conjurer, making it far from thebest class thatDivinity Original Sin 2has available by default. Still, it’s worth experimenting with for players who find it interesting.
12Battlemage
Can Be Ineffective In The Game’s Later Stages
The Battlemage is a classic RPG staple, represented inDivinity: Original Sin 2.It is as effective in close combat as it is far away from enemies. Battlemage starting skills include:
Even though the Battlemage is a versatile class, it doesn’t do quite as well atranged or close combatas other, more specialized classes. Still, though, it’s agreat class to try out a hybrid buildfrom the get-go. Keep in mind that the combat inDivinity: Original Sin 2rewards specialized classes that can effectively target either physical or magical armor. Trying to be a jack-of-all-trades will lead to most players being decimated by spells or physical attacks while they’re barely able to penetrate an enemy’s defenses.
11Cleric
Good For A Support Role, But Limited In Many Ways
The Cleric, as it appears inDivinity: Original Sin 2,could be more accurately compared to a traditional fantasy Paladin rather than a Priest. The Cleric is aclose-combat support class, that can tank hits as well as revitalize party members. Cleric starting skills include:
The Cleric is a good choice for afront-line classover others, for its access to healing and support spells. However, as most classes can spec into at least one or two recovery powers, players will spend most of their time engaging enemies.
10Witch
Tough To Master, But Rewards Patient Players
The Witch is a powerful dark magic user with a boost to the Necromancer, Scoundrel, and Persuasion abilities. It’s one of the weaker casting-focused classes in the game but can still do plenty of damage when utilized effectively. Witch starting skills include:
The Witch is also one of themore complex classes, needing constant attention to be effective. It is best in most situations to spec into Witch-like abilities with otherDivinity Original Sin 2classes rather than to go for the pure Witch build.
9Wizard
Both Allies And Enemies Are Susceptible To Late-Game Abilities
The Wizard is a casting-focused class that has awide array of abilities at its disposal. While the starter build focuses on Geomancy and Pyromancy, the Wizard can use multiple different types of magic effectively and benefits hugely from its long-range passive talent. Wizard starting skills include:
The Wizard’s destructive potential ramps up over time as its abilities get more and more powerful. Players just need to watch their aim with some of the class’s traditional skills.
8Wayfarer
A Hybrid Class That May Not Be The Most Effective For Min-Maxing
The Wayfarer is a class unique toDivinity: Original Sin 2and serves as a kind of fusion between a Ranger, Geomancer, and wayward traveler. It is a ranged class with access topoison and earthelemental abilities from the start. Wayfarer starting skills include:
The Wayfarer is a powerful class, but even with access to both ranged weapons and Geomancer abilities, it isoutshined by the more versatileand stronger Rangerin most situations.
7Shadowblade
A Deadly Class In The Right Hands
The Shadowblade is a more ethereal version of a Rogue, with the ability to teleport, use dark stealthy magic, and deceive their opponents with illusory abilities. The class is a fantasticin-and-out type of combatant, never in the fray for too long but dealing huge damage. Shadowblade starting skills include:
The Shadowblade, too, gets a 40% bonus when sneaking. Furthermore, its access to avast number of illusory spellssuch as Chicken Claw comes in handy when it comes to crowd control and deception.
6Knight
The Knight, ultimately, does everything a Fighter does but better. The class is better at defense from the start, has more access to damaging abilities, andcan keep itself alivefar more effectively than the barbarian-like Fighter can. The Knight’s starting skills include:
While the Knight has a lower constitution than the Fighter, it has access toparty-buffing abilitiesfrom the start and can use two-handed weapons extremely well, making it apowerhouse of both support and damage.
