The buzz surrounding The Game Awards was significant, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The mystery is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer packed with striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team is likely crafting a real-time experience instead of another turn-based title. For now, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it kicked off the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, branching plots, and complex character building—elements that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs only possible if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also famously flexible, allowing players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be solved in diverse methods, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, players can look forward to a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
