The buzz surrounding this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer that included striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team might be designing a real-time experience instead of another turn-based title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it pioneered the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, player agency, and deep class systems—qualities that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of specialized paths that are viable with a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, enabling players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be completed in a variety of manners, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, fans can look forward to a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
