The anticipation around this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer that included striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team might be designing a more action-oriented experience rather than another turn-based title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it kicked off the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, branching plots, and deep class systems—traits that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities you can achieve by choosing a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously permissive, letting players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be approached in diverse methods, often in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can get ready for a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
