The anticipation surrounding the recent awards show has been intense, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The mystery has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer featuring striking imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. 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 choice of words hints that the team is likely building a more action-oriented experience instead of another tactical title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it pioneered the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, player agency, and flexible progression—elements that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths that are viable if you're playing as a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously flexible, enabling players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be approached in diverse methods, often in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can look forward to more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
