The anticipation around the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio warned that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team might be crafting a real-time experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it pioneered the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, branching plots, and deep class systems—traits that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs that are viable if you're playing as a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, allowing players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be completed in multiple ways, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle 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 precisely these elements that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, players can get ready for more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
