The buzz around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious image of a strange statue. The secret is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian warned that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This distinction hints that the team might be designing a real-time experience instead of another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a announcement clip is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it sparked the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, branching plots, and complex character building—qualities that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs only possible if you're playing as a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, allowing players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be approached in multiple ways, often in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games ever made. Now, players can look forward to a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
