The buzz about The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The secret has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer packed with striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team could be designing a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another turn-based title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it pioneered the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, branching plots, and flexible progression—traits that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs only possible with a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously permissive, enabling players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be completed in multiple ways, often in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can look forward to a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
