The speculation surrounding the recent awards show has been intense, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. Larian Studios is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer featuring intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This distinction hints that the team could be crafting a more action-oriented experience instead of another turn-based title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it kicked off the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—traits that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs that are viable with a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously flexible, allowing players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be solved in multiple ways, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, players can anticipate more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
