The anticipation about the recent awards show was significant, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious image of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian warned that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This phrasing implies that the team is likely designing a faster-paced experience instead of another turn-based title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and arguably it pioneered the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—qualities that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities only possible with a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously open-ended, allowing players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Most missions can be approached in a variety of manners, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- 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 lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can get ready for more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
