The speculation around this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The mystery is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer featuring intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian warned that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This distinction hints that the team might be designing a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another turn-based title. For now, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it pioneered the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, player agency, and flexible progression—qualities that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities only possible if you're playing as a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, allowing players to experiment both in story and combat. Most missions can be approached in diverse methods, often in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
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, fans can get ready for a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
