The anticipation surrounding The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling image of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. Larian Studios is creating a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer that included striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. The studio stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This choice of words hints that the team is likely designing a more action-oriented experience instead of another tactical title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it sparked the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, branching plots, and deep class systems—qualities that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs you can achieve if you're playing as a specific type of character with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously flexible, enabling players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be completed in multiple ways, sometimes in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by using the world itself in a inventive way.
More to Come
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 ever made. Now, fans can get ready for more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
