The buzz around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, especially after host Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The secret has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer packed with intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This choice of words hints that the team could be crafting a faster-paced experience rather than another tactical title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it kicked off the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—elements that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs that are viable with a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously open-ended, allowing players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Most missions 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 allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, fans can anticipate a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
