The buzz surrounding the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The mystery is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a daring trailer featuring striking imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
A Different Direction
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a third Original Sin game to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This choice of words hints that the team is likely designing a more action-oriented experience as opposed to another turn-based title. For now, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and arguably it pioneered the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, player agency, and flexible progression—traits that recently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the remarkable agency granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs that are viable by choosing a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously permissive, allowing players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be solved in a variety of manners, often in lateral fashion.
- You might find an answer because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can look forward to more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
