The anticipation about this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, particularly after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious image of a strange statue. The mystery is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer featuring striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned 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 phrasing suggests that the team is likely designing a real-time experience as opposed to another tactical title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it pioneered the contemporary revival of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, branching plots, and complex character building—qualities that later reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs only possible by choosing a specific type of character with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, enabling players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be completed in multiple ways, often in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something a dog told you.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself 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 a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, fans can look forward to a new entry in this legendary franchise.
