The speculation around The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a strange statue. The mystery has been revealed. Larian Studios is creating a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team could be building a faster-paced experience as opposed to another turn-based title. For now, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it pioneered the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, player agency, and deep class systems—elements that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what makes 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 unique possibilities only possible with a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously permissive, allowing players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be approached in multiple ways, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can anticipate a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.