The buzz about The Game Awards was significant, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a third Original Sin game to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This phrasing suggests that the team is likely crafting a real-time experience instead of another turn-based title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it pioneered the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, player agency, and deep class systems—qualities that subsequently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs you can achieve with a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, enabling players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be completed in diverse methods, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games ever made. Now, players can anticipate a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
