The buzz about the recent awards show was significant, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a desert monolith. The secret has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer that included intense imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This distinction suggests that the team is likely building a more action-oriented experience instead of another tactical title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it kicked off the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, branching plots, and complex character building—qualities that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities that are viable if you're playing as a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously open-ended, letting players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be approached in multiple ways, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can anticipate more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
