The speculation around The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted a mysterious photo of a desert monolith. The question has been revealed. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer that included intense imagery, from a figure engulfed in flames to scenes of revelry and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, that is not happening. Larian warned that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This choice of words implies that the team could be crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than another turn-based title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
A Pillar of Modern RPGs
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it kicked off the modern wave of complex computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, branching plots, and flexible progression—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is traditional swords and sorcery, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency bestowed upon the player.
Where many modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs only possible by choosing a particular class or origin with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously permissive, enabling players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be approached in a variety of manners, sometimes in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a clever way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that have cemented the series to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can get ready for more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
