The buzz surrounding the recent awards show has been intense, especially after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The mystery has been revealed. Larian Studios is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer featuring intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This phrasing implies that the team might be building a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another turn-based title. For now, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it kicked off the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, player agency, and deep class systems—qualities that subsequently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths only possible if you're playing as a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, allowing players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be solved in a variety of manners, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can get ready for a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
