The anticipation around the recent awards show has been intense, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The secret is finally answered. Larian Studios is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer featuring intense imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This distinction suggests that the team might be designing a real-time experience as opposed to another turn-based title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it pioneered the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—qualities that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities that are viable by choosing a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, allowing players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be approached in a variety of manners, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, fans can get ready for a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
