The anticipation about this year's gaming ceremony was significant, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer that included striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right 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 designing a more action-oriented experience instead of another turn-based title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it sparked the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, branching plots, and flexible progression—qualities that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths you can achieve by choosing a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously permissive, allowing players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered 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 these creative systems that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, players can get ready for a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
