The anticipation surrounding this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The mystery is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer that included memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio stated ahead of time that a third Original Sin game to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This phrasing implies that the team might be building a real-time experience instead of another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it sparked the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—traits that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs only possible by choosing a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously permissive, letting players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be approached in diverse methods, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a clever 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 ever made. Now, the RPG community can get ready for another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
