The speculation around The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, particularly after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious image of a strange statue. The question has been revealed. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian stated ahead of time that a third Original Sin game to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This distinction suggests that the team might be building a real-time experience rather than another turn-based title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it kicked off the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, player agency, and flexible progression—qualities that recently 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 unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs only possible if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously flexible, allowing players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be solved in multiple ways, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements 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 more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
