The speculation around this year's gaming ceremony was significant, particularly after host Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a strange statue. The secret has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is creating a brand-new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer featuring striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
That said, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This choice of words suggests that the team might be designing a more action-oriented experience rather than another tactical title. At this moment, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and it's fair to claim it kicked off the contemporary revival of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—traits that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities that are viable by choosing a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously permissive, enabling players to find creative solutions both in story and combat. Most missions can be approached in multiple ways, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might find an answer because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a clever way.
More to Come
It is these creative systems that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, the RPG community can get ready for more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
