The buzz about The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The mystery has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This distinction implies that the team could be crafting a faster-paced experience instead of another tactical title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it sparked the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and deep class systems—traits that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs only possible if you're playing as a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously open-ended, allowing players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be solved in multiple ways, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can get ready for another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
