The buzz surrounding The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer that included memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This distinction hints that the team could be building a faster-paced experience as opposed to another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it pioneered the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, player agency, and complex character building—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs that are viable by choosing a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously flexible, enabling players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be solved in multiple ways, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can look forward to more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
