The anticipation around The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a desert monolith. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer that included striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio warned that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team is likely designing a more action-oriented experience as opposed to 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 highly rated and arguably it pioneered the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom given to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths that are viable with a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully open-ended, allowing players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be completed in a variety of manners, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something a dog told you.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by using the world itself in a inventive way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, players can anticipate more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
