The buzz about the recent awards show has been intense, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer packed with intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This distinction implies that the team is likely crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it sparked the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, branching plots, and deep class systems—traits that recently reached new heights 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.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs only possible with a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously flexible, letting players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be solved in a variety of manners, sometimes in surprising 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 inventive way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can anticipate more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
