The anticipation about this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The question has been revealed. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer featuring intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. 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 evolution of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team is likely designing a real-time experience rather than another tactical title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it pioneered the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs that are viable with a distinct build with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, letting players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be completed in multiple ways, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can anticipate more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
