The anticipation about this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. Larian Studios is developing a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer featuring intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian warned that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team could be crafting a faster-paced experience instead of another tactical title. For now, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it sparked the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, player agency, and flexible progression—traits that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths only possible with a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously flexible, allowing players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can get ready for a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
