The anticipation surrounding The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team could be crafting a faster-paced experience instead of another turn-based title. For now, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it sparked the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, player agency, and flexible progression—traits that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of specialized paths only possible by choosing a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, letting players to experiment both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be approached in a variety of manners, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, players can anticipate more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
