The speculation around the recent awards show has been intense, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The secret has been revealed. Larian Studios is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer featuring intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio clarified that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words implies that the team could be designing a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. For now, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it kicked off the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, player agency, and flexible progression—elements that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths that are viable with a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously flexible, letting players to experiment both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be completed in diverse methods, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by using the world itself in a inventive way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, players can anticipate a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
