The anticipation around the recent awards show was significant, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The question has been revealed. Larian Studios is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words implies that the team is likely building a faster-paced experience rather than another turn-based title. For now, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it sparked the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for detailed worlds, branching plots, and flexible progression—qualities that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs that are viable with a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also famously flexible, enabling players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is these creative systems that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can get ready for more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
