The anticipation around the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious photo of a desert monolith. The question has been revealed. Larian Studios is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer that included intense imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This distinction suggests that the team is likely building a faster-paced experience as opposed to another turn-based title. For now, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it pioneered the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, branching plots, and complex character building—qualities that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is familiar fare, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities you can achieve with a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, allowing players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be completed in a variety of manners, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can anticipate another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
