The speculation surrounding this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a strange statue. The question is finally answered. Larian Studios is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer that included intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a third Original Sin game to its venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This choice of words implies that the team is likely designing a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another tactical title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it pioneered the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—qualities that subsequently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs that are viable by choosing a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, enabling players to experiment both in story and combat. Most missions can be approached in multiple ways, often in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story 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 among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can look forward to another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
