The anticipation around the recent awards show was significant, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The question has been revealed. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This distinction suggests that the team might be building a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it sparked the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, branching plots, and flexible progression—elements that subsequently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities you can achieve if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously flexible, enabling players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be solved in diverse methods, often in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, players can look forward to another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
