The buzz around this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The question has been revealed. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer that included memorable imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This phrasing hints that the team might be crafting a more action-oriented experience instead of another turn-based title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it pioneered the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—elements that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities that are viable by choosing a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously flexible, enabling players to experiment both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be completed in a variety of manners, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, players can anticipate a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
