The buzz about The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio clarified that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words hints that the team might be building a faster-paced experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it sparked the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, branching plots, and flexible progression—traits that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths you can achieve with a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, enabling players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can anticipate more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
