The buzz around the recent awards show was significant, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The mystery has now been solved. Larian Studios is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian warned that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This phrasing suggests that the team is likely designing a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it sparked the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, player agency, and deep class systems—qualities that subsequently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs you can achieve by choosing a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously permissive, allowing players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be solved in a variety of manners, often in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can anticipate more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
