The speculation surrounding this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, particularly after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The mystery has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer that included striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian warned that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This choice of words implies that the team is likely building a faster-paced experience rather than another turn-based title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it kicked off the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, choice-driven narratives, and deep class systems—qualities that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths only possible if you're playing as a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously permissive, letting players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be approached in multiple ways, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can anticipate another adventure in this legendary franchise.
