The anticipation about The Game Awards was significant, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This phrasing hints that the team is likely building a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. For now, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it kicked off the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, player agency, and complex character building—elements that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs that are viable if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously open-ended, enabling players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be completed in diverse methods, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, players can get ready for more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
