The buzz surrounding the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer that included striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team is likely designing a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another tactical title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it pioneered the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—traits that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths only possible with a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also famously open-ended, allowing players to experiment both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be completed in multiple ways, often in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can anticipate more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
