The buzz surrounding this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The mystery is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer featuring striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian warned that a third Original Sin game to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words implies that the team is likely designing a faster-paced experience instead of another tactical title. For now, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it pioneered the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—qualities that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of specialized paths only possible if you're playing as a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, letting players to experiment both in story and combat. Nearly every quest can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can look forward to more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
