The buzz around The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, especially after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a strange statue. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This phrasing implies that the team might be designing a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it pioneered the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, player agency, and deep class systems—qualities that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths that are viable if you're playing as a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, allowing players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be approached in multiple ways, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can get ready for another adventure in this legendary franchise.
