The buzz about The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a desert monolith. The mystery is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words implies that the team is likely crafting a faster-paced experience rather than another turn-based title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it kicked off the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, branching plots, and flexible progression—qualities that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths only possible if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, allowing players to experiment both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be approached in multiple ways, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, fans can anticipate more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
