The speculation around The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The secret has been revealed. Larian Studios is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer that included intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team is likely crafting a real-time experience instead of another turn-based title. For now, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it kicked off the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, branching plots, and flexible progression—qualities that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs that are viable with a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also famously permissive, allowing players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be solved in diverse methods, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can look forward to another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
