The buzz surrounding The Game Awards was significant, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The secret is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer packed with memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian clarified that a third Original Sin game to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This phrasing hints that the team is likely building a real-time experience rather than another turn-based title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it kicked off the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, branching plots, and deep class systems—traits that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities you can achieve with a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, allowing players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be approached in multiple ways, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can get ready for another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
