The buzz about the recent awards show has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The question has been revealed. Larian Studios is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team could be designing a real-time experience instead of another tactical title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it kicked off the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—qualities that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs you can achieve with a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, allowing players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be solved in diverse methods, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can look forward to more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
