The speculation around the recent awards show was significant, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The question has been revealed. Larian Studios is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio clarified that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words implies that the team could be building a more action-oriented experience instead of another tactical title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it kicked off the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—qualities that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs only possible if you're playing as a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, allowing players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be completed in a variety of manners, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- 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 allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, players can get ready for another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
