The speculation around this year's gaming ceremony was significant, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This phrasing implies that the team could be designing a more action-oriented experience rather than another turn-based title. For now, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it pioneered the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, player agency, and complex character building—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs only possible by choosing a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, enabling players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
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, the RPG community can get ready for a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
