The speculation around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer packed with intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This choice of words suggests that the team is likely designing a faster-paced experience rather than another turn-based title. For now, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it pioneered the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—traits that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths only possible by choosing a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously flexible, enabling players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be approached in multiple ways, frequently in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by using the world itself in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can anticipate more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
