The buzz surrounding the recent awards show has been intense, especially after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The question has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer that included memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian clarified that a third Original Sin game to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This distinction suggests that the team might be crafting a real-time experience rather than another turn-based title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it kicked off the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths that are viable with a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously permissive, letting players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be completed in a variety of manners, often in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can anticipate a new entry in this legendary franchise.
