The buzz about this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This distinction implies that the team could be designing a real-time experience instead of another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it sparked the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for detailed worlds, player agency, and complex character building—qualities that subsequently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs you can achieve with a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously open-ended, allowing players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, fans can get ready for a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
