The speculation around the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The mystery has been revealed. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer packed with striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio stated ahead of time that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team is likely designing a more action-oriented experience instead of another tactical title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it pioneered the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, branching plots, and flexible progression—elements that subsequently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs you can achieve by choosing a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, allowing players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be solved in a variety of manners, often in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by using the world itself in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, players can look forward to more where that came from in this legendary franchise.