The buzz about The Game Awards was significant, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian clarified that a third Original Sin game to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This phrasing suggests that the team might be designing a faster-paced experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it kicked off the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, branching plots, and deep class systems—traits that subsequently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs you can achieve if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously flexible, enabling players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be approached in multiple ways, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a clever way.
More to Come
It is precisely these elements that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, fans can anticipate another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
