The buzz about this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, particularly after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The question has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer featuring intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This choice of words implies that the team is likely crafting a real-time experience as opposed to another tactical title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it sparked the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, player agency, and deep class systems—qualities that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities that are viable by choosing a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously flexible, enabling players to experiment both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be solved in diverse methods, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can anticipate more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
