The anticipation around the recent awards show was significant, especially after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The mystery has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian warned that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This distinction suggests that the team could be crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it pioneered the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, branching plots, and deep class systems—elements that subsequently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs only possible by choosing a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, enabling players to improvise both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be completed in a variety of manners, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by using the world itself in a clever way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can anticipate another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
