The speculation surrounding The Game Awards was significant, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling image of a strange statue. The mystery has been revealed. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer packed with striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team might be designing a faster-paced experience instead of another turn-based title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it pioneered the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, branching plots, and complex character building—traits that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths that are viable by choosing a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously open-ended, letting players to improvise both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be completed in a variety of manners, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, players can anticipate more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
