The buzz around the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The mystery is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer that included intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team is likely building a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. For now, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it sparked the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, player agency, and flexible progression—traits that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of specialized paths only possible by choosing a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also famously open-ended, enabling players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be approached in a variety of manners, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, players can anticipate more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
