The buzz about this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a strange statue. The secret has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer that included memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian warned that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team is likely designing a faster-paced experience instead of another turn-based 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 contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, branching plots, and flexible progression—traits that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities you can achieve by choosing a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously flexible, letting players to improvise both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be solved in multiple ways, often in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered 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 this design philosophy that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can get ready for more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
