The buzz around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The question has been revealed. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer that included striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio warned that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This phrasing implies that the team is likely crafting a real-time experience instead of another tactical title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it kicked off the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, player agency, and complex character building—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths you can achieve if you're playing as a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously permissive, allowing players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be solved in diverse methods, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, players can look forward to a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
