The anticipation surrounding the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The question has been revealed. Larian Studios is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This phrasing hints that the team is likely crafting a real-time experience rather than another tactical title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it pioneered the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, player agency, and deep class systems—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities that are viable by choosing a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously flexible, letting players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can look forward to more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
