The buzz about the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling image of a desert monolith. The secret has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was debuted with a bold trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal unleashing of hell.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team is likely building 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 universally respected and arguably it sparked the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—traits that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is full of specialized paths that are viable with a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, enabling players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, often in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, players can get ready for a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
