The anticipation about the recent awards show has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer that included striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words implies that the team is likely crafting a real-time experience as opposed to another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it sparked the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—traits that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of specialized paths you can achieve if you're playing as a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously permissive, allowing players to improvise both in story and combat. Most missions can be completed in diverse methods, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, players can look forward to more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
