The buzz surrounding this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer that included intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words suggests that the team might be designing a faster-paced experience rather than another tactical title. For now, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it kicked off the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, player agency, and deep class systems—qualities that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities that are viable with a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, enabling players to improvise both in story and combat. Most missions can be solved in multiple ways, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by using the world itself in a clever way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can get ready for a new entry in this legendary franchise.
