The speculation around The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling photo of a desert monolith. The question has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio clarified that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words suggests that the team is likely building a real-time experience instead of another turn-based title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it sparked the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, branching plots, and flexible progression—traits that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities that are viable if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously flexible, enabling players to experiment both in story and combat. Most missions can be solved in diverse methods, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is these creative systems that lead fans and critics to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, players can get ready for more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
