The anticipation surrounding the recent awards show has been intense, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer packed with intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian warned that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team is likely designing a real-time experience rather than another turn-based title. For now, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it pioneered the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, branching plots, and complex character building—elements that subsequently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs you can achieve with a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously permissive, enabling players to improvise both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be approached in a variety of manners, often in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is these creative systems that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can anticipate a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
