The anticipation around The Game Awards was significant, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The question has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is working on a brand-new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team could be building a more action-oriented experience rather than another turn-based title. For now, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and arguably it kicked off the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, branching plots, and flexible progression—qualities that subsequently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with specialized paths you can achieve with a particular class or origin with a unique decision path.
The series is also famously flexible, allowing players to find creative solutions in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be completed in a variety of manners, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games ever made. Now, fans can anticipate a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
