The speculation about the recent awards show has been intense, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The mystery has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team might be designing a more action-oriented experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it pioneered the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, branching plots, and flexible progression—elements that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs that are viable with a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, enabling players to experiment both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can get ready for a new entry in this legendary franchise.
