The buzz around this year's gaming ceremony has been intense, notably after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The secret has been revealed. The acclaimed developer is developing a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer that included intense imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal unleashing of hell.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian clarified that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This distinction suggests that the team is likely building a faster-paced experience rather than another turn-based title. For now, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it kicked off the modern wave of deep computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—traits that later found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the immense freedom bestowed upon the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of niche playthroughs that are viable by choosing a particular class or origin with a personal story.
The series is also wonderfully flexible, letting players to experiment both in story and combat. Virtually all objectives can be completed in diverse methods, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, fans can anticipate another adventure in this esteemed franchise.
