The speculation about this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a third Original Sin game to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team could be building a real-time experience as opposed to another turn-based title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it pioneered the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—traits that subsequently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs only possible by choosing a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, enabling players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be approached in diverse methods, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can anticipate another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
