The speculation surrounding this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a strange statue. The secret has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer that included intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This choice of words hints that the team might be designing a real-time experience rather than another tactical title. For now, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it pioneered the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—traits that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities that are viable by choosing a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, enabling players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be solved in a variety of manners, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, players can anticipate a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
