The buzz around The Game Awards has been intense, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is developing a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was debuted with a audacious trailer featuring striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words implies that the team is likely building a real-time experience rather than another tactical title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it kicked off the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, branching plots, and deep class systems—qualities that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs that are viable with a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously open-ended, enabling players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be solved in diverse methods, often in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, players can anticipate a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
