The speculation surrounding this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a completely new 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 descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This distinction implies that the team could be designing a real-time experience rather than another tactical title. For now, 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 kicked off the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, branching plots, and deep class systems—traits that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs only possible by choosing a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also famously flexible, allowing players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded 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 these creative systems that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can look forward to a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
