The anticipation around the recent awards show has been intense, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious image of a strange statue. The mystery is finally answered. Larian Studios is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer featuring striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This phrasing implies that the team might be crafting a real-time experience rather than another tactical title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and arguably it sparked the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and deep class systems—qualities that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs that are viable with a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously permissive, letting players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be approached in a variety of manners, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can look forward to more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
