The buzz about this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian warned that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words implies that the team might be building a real-time experience as opposed to another turn-based title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it kicked off the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, player agency, and complex character building—traits that recently found massive success 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 bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs you can achieve with a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously permissive, letting players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be approached in multiple ways, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, players can look forward to more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
