The anticipation around the recent awards show was significant, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The mystery has been revealed. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer that included memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words suggests that the team might be designing a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another turn-based title. For now, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it kicked off the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—qualities that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs you can achieve with a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, allowing players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be approached in multiple ways, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by using the world itself in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, players can get ready for more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
