The speculation around the recent awards show was significant, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The mystery has been revealed. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer that included memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This distinction hints that the team might be designing a more action-oriented experience instead of another turn-based title. For now, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it sparked the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—traits that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities that are viable if you're playing as a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously open-ended, allowing players to improvise both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can get ready for more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
