The buzz around The Game Awards has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a strange statue. The mystery is finally answered. Larian Studios is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer that included striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio warned that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team is likely designing a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another turn-based title. At this moment, this is speculation, 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 sparked the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—qualities that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths you can achieve if you're playing as a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously permissive, letting players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Most missions can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, fans can get ready for a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
