The speculation around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The secret has been revealed. Larian Studios is developing a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian warned that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This choice of words hints that the team might be crafting a faster-paced experience rather than another turn-based title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it sparked the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, player agency, and flexible progression—traits that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs only possible if you're playing as a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, allowing players to experiment both in story and combat. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can anticipate a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
