The buzz surrounding this year's gaming ceremony was significant, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The mystery has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words suggests that the team might be building a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another tactical title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it pioneered the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, branching plots, and complex character building—traits that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of specialized paths only possible by choosing a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, enabling players to experiment both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be solved in diverse methods, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, players can look forward to another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
