The anticipation around the recent awards show was significant, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The question has been revealed. Larian Studios is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer that included striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio clarified that a third Original Sin game to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This phrasing suggests that the team is likely building a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it sparked the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, branching plots, and deep class systems—elements that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs that are viable if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, enabling players to experiment both in story and combat. Most missions can be completed in diverse methods, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, players can get ready for a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
