The speculation surrounding the recent awards show was significant, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer packed with intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian warned 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 choice of words hints that the team is likely crafting a more action-oriented experience instead of another tactical title. For now, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it pioneered the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, player agency, and complex character building—elements that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs you can achieve with a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also famously permissive, enabling players to experiment both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be solved in diverse methods, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can look forward to another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
