The speculation about the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The secret has been revealed. Larian Studios is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer packed with striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This phrasing hints that the team might be building a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it pioneered the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, player agency, and flexible progression—elements that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths you can achieve if you're playing as a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously flexible, allowing players to improvise both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be solved in multiple ways, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can anticipate another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
