The buzz about the recent awards show has been intense, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The question has been revealed. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer featuring intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This distinction hints that the team could be designing a faster-paced experience as opposed to another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it sparked the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, branching plots, and complex character building—elements 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 remarkable agency given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities that are viable by choosing a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, allowing players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be solved in multiple ways, often in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can anticipate another adventure in this legendary franchise.
