The buzz surrounding the recent awards show was significant, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The secret has been revealed. Larian Studios is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer featuring intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words implies that the team is likely building a more action-oriented experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it kicked off the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, player agency, and deep class systems—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities you can achieve if you're playing as a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, allowing players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be completed in a variety of manners, often in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a clever way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can look forward to another adventure in this legendary franchise.
