The buzz about the recent awards show has been intense, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The question has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This phrasing suggests that the team could be building a real-time experience rather than another tactical title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it kicked off the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, branching plots, and complex character building—elements that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs you can achieve by choosing a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, enabling players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be approached in multiple ways, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by using the world itself in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can get ready for a new entry in this legendary franchise.
