The buzz around the recent awards show was significant, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling image of a strange statue. The secret has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer packed with intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian warned that a direct sequel to its venerated 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 hints that the team is likely designing a faster-paced experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it kicked off the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, branching plots, and flexible progression—traits that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities only possible by choosing a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, enabling players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be approached in diverse methods, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, players can anticipate a new entry in this legendary franchise.
