The buzz surrounding The Game Awards has been intense, especially after host Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer featuring striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This phrasing suggests that the team might be building a faster-paced experience instead of another tactical title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it kicked off the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and deep class systems—qualities that subsequently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths you can achieve if you're playing as a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously flexible, allowing players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be approached in diverse methods, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, players can get ready for more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
