The anticipation around this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a strange statue. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This phrasing suggests that the team might be building a real-time experience as opposed to another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it pioneered the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and deep class systems—traits that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of specialized paths that are viable with a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously open-ended, allowing players to improvise both in story and combat. Most missions can be completed in a variety of manners, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
The Journey Continues
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, players can anticipate a new entry in this legendary franchise.
