The speculation around this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The question has now been solved. Larian Studios is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer featuring striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This choice of words implies that the team is likely crafting a more action-oriented experience instead of another turn-based title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it kicked off the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, branching plots, and flexible progression—traits that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities only possible by choosing a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously flexible, letting players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be approached in multiple ways, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
The Journey Continues
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can get ready for a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
