The buzz about The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The mystery has been revealed. Larian Studios is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer that included intense imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This phrasing hints that the team could be building a faster-paced experience as opposed to another turn-based title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it pioneered the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, branching plots, and flexible progression—qualities that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities only possible with a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously permissive, enabling players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be solved in a variety of manners, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- 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 lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can anticipate more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
