The speculation around the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The secret has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very 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 venerated RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This distinction suggests that the team is likely crafting a real-time experience instead of another turn-based title. At this moment, it remains theory, as only a announcement clip is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and arguably it kicked off the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, branching plots, and complex character building—qualities that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust given to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with specialized paths that are viable if you're playing as a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also notoriously permissive, enabling players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be approached in multiple ways, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can anticipate a new entry in this esteemed franchise.
