The speculation around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious image of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer featuring striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio clarified that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This phrasing suggests that the team might be designing a real-time experience as opposed to another tactical title. For now, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it sparked the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, branching plots, and complex character building—qualities that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities that are viable with a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously flexible, allowing players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be approached in multiple ways, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can get ready for a new entry in this legendary franchise.
