The speculation about this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer that included intense imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio warned that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This choice of words hints that the team might be building a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another tactical title. For now, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it pioneered the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, player agency, and complex character building—elements that subsequently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths only possible if you're playing as a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously permissive, letting players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be solved in a variety of manners, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can get ready for a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
