The speculation around The Game Awards has been intense, particularly after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The secret has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is developing a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian warned that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This distinction hints that the team might be crafting a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another tactical title. For now, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it sparked the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, player agency, and deep class systems—traits that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs only possible if you're playing as a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, allowing players to improvise both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be approached in a variety of manners, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by using the world itself in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games ever made. Now, players can look forward to a new entry in this legendary franchise.
