The buzz around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a strange statue. The mystery is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer featuring intense imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian warned that a third Original Sin game to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a evolution of the core franchise. This phrasing implies that the team could be building a faster-paced experience instead of another turn-based title. For now, we can only guess, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and many say it sparked the recent resurgence of complex computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, player agency, and flexible progression—elements that recently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of specialized paths you can achieve by choosing a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously flexible, enabling players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Nearly every quest can be approached in multiple ways, often in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy 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 look forward to a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
