The speculation surrounding The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a strange statue. The secret is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team could be crafting a faster-paced experience instead of another turn-based title. For now, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it pioneered the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and deep class systems—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths you can achieve with a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, allowing players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be completed in a variety of manners, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can get ready for another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
