The buzz around this year's gaming ceremony was significant, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is creating a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer featuring striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This distinction implies that the team could be building a real-time experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it kicked off the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, player agency, and flexible progression—traits that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs that are viable if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously flexible, allowing players to experiment both in story and combat. Most missions can be solved in multiple ways, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can look forward to a new entry in this legendary franchise.
