The anticipation around the recent awards show was significant, especially after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The secret has been revealed. Larian Studios is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team might be designing a more action-oriented experience instead of another turn-based title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it kicked off the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, branching plots, and complex character building—qualities that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs you can achieve with a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, allowing players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be approached in multiple ways, frequently in lateral 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 clever way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can look forward to a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
