The speculation around the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. Larian Studios is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer packed with striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian clarified that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This distinction implies that the team could be building a faster-paced experience rather than another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it kicked off the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, player agency, and complex character building—traits that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what truly sets 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 by choosing a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also famously flexible, allowing players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be approached in diverse methods, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered 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 this design philosophy that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can look forward to a new entry in this legendary franchise.
