The anticipation around the recent awards show was significant, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer featuring intense imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words implies that the team is likely crafting a faster-paced experience instead of another turn-based title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and arguably it kicked off the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—qualities that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of specialized paths that are viable if you're playing as a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously open-ended, letting players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be approached in diverse methods, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can look forward to more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
