The buzz surrounding the recent awards show has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The secret is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer that included intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This phrasing hints that the team could be building a real-time experience as opposed to another turn-based title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it sparked the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—qualities that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities that are viable by choosing a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, enabling players to experiment both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be solved in a variety of manners, often in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava 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 in history. Now, players can anticipate another adventure in this legendary franchise.
