The speculation about this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The secret is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer featuring striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian stated ahead of time that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team is likely designing a faster-paced experience instead of another turn-based title. For now, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it kicked off the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for rich lore, player agency, and flexible progression—elements that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities that are viable with a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, letting players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be approached in a variety of manners, often in lateral 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.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can anticipate more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
