Following the major reveal of a new Divinity game at The Game Awards 2025, Larian Studios has capitalised on the buzz by launching enhanced versions of its acclaimed predecessor, Divinity: Original Sin 2, for modern consoles, including the Nintendo Switch 2.
A Smart Upgrade Path For Nintendo Gamers
The studio, now globally renowned after the phenomenal success of Baldur's Gate 3, has made the upgraded version available. Owners of the last-generation console editions can claim the upgrade for free. For newcomers, there are attractive limited-time discounts: the PlayStation version is £12.49 and the Xbox version is £14.52.
However, Nintendo fans face a different pricing structure. The new Switch 2 version is priced at £44.99. There is, however, a savvy workaround. The original Switch 1 version is currently discounted to £22.49. Players can purchase this cheaper version and then claim the free upgrade to the Switch 2 edition, effectively securing the next-gen experience at half the advertised price.
Post-Game Awards Surge In Popularity
The reveal at The Game Awards on Friday, December 12, 2025, had an immediate and significant impact. Data from SteamDB shows a notable player surge for Divinity: Original Sin 2 on PC. Following the show, the game attracted several thousand new players, surpassing 10,000 concurrent players on Sunday, December 14. Even the first Divinity: Original Sin saw a spike, jumping to over 2,000 concurrent players.
Speculation continues about the nature of the newly announced Divinity title. While the earlier series entries were action RPGs, Larian's recent job ad seeking developers with turn-based experience has fuelled discussion, though the studio has multiple projects in development.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Also Reaps Rewards
Another role-playing game celebrated at The Game Awards is enjoying a major boost. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, which won multiple awards including Game of the Year, saw a dramatic increase in interest. According to Rhys Elliott of Alinea Analytics, the game sold over 200,000 new copies after the ceremony, with 52,000 players trying it on Xbox Game Pass.
The wins were accompanied by a free update adding new boss fights and areas. This success has led to increased calls for a Nintendo Switch 2 port. Developer Sandfall Interactive's CEO, Guillaume Broche, has not ruled out the possibility, telling French YouTuber mistermv that it was "definitely something that could be interesting."
The dual success stories from The Game Awards 2025 highlight how major industry events can reignite interest in beloved titles and propel award-winners to new commercial heights.
