The anticipation surrounding the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious image of a strange statue. The mystery has been revealed. Larian Studios is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio warned that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words hints that the team might be designing a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it sparked the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—elements that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities only possible if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also famously flexible, enabling players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, often in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by using the world itself 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 one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can get ready for another adventure in this legendary franchise.
