The buzz about the recent awards show has been intense, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a desert monolith. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer packed with striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This choice of words hints that the team might be crafting a real-time experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it kicked off the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—traits that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs only possible if you're playing as a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously permissive, enabling players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be approached in a variety of manners, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe 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 one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can anticipate another adventure in this legendary franchise.
