The speculation around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The question is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian warned that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team might be crafting a more action-oriented experience instead of another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it sparked the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—traits that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs that are viable by choosing a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also famously open-ended, letting players to experiment both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be approached in diverse methods, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can anticipate a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
