The anticipation around the recent awards show reached a fever pitch, notably after host Geoff Keighley shared an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. The acclaimed developer is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer that included intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its beloved RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This distinction hints that the team could be designing a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. At this moment, we can only guess, as only a announcement clip is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it sparked the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—elements that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with unique possibilities that are viable with a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously open-ended, allowing players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Nearly every quest can be solved in diverse methods, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games of all time. Now, players can look forward to another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
