The speculation around The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious image of a strange statue. The secret has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer that included memorable imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This distinction hints that the team might be crafting a real-time experience as opposed to another tactical title. For now, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and arguably it kicked off the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by rich lore, branching plots, and deep class systems—elements that recently reached new heights 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 granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of unique possibilities you can achieve with a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also wonderfully permissive, letting players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be approached in multiple ways, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that allow people to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, the RPG community can anticipate a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
