The speculation surrounding the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The mystery has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer that included striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This distinction hints that the team is likely building a real-time experience rather than another turn-based title. For now, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and arguably it sparked the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—qualities that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities only possible with a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also famously open-ended, allowing players to improvise both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be solved in diverse methods, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games ever made. Now, players can get ready for more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
