The anticipation about The Game Awards was significant, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The question has been revealed. Larian Studios is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This phrasing implies that the team is likely building a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. For now, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it pioneered the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, branching plots, and complex character building—elements that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of specialized paths only possible with a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously permissive, allowing players to improvise both in story and combat. Most missions can be approached in diverse methods, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, players can anticipate more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
