The speculation around The Game Awards reached a fever pitch, particularly after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a puzzling image of a strange statue. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Announced as Divinity, the game was presented with a daring trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
A Different Direction
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian warned that a third Original Sin game to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the main series. This phrasing implies that the team is likely crafting a real-time experience as opposed to another turn-based title. Currently, this is speculation, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it sparked the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are celebrated for rich lore, player agency, and flexible progression—qualities that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its world is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust bestowed upon the player.
While numerous modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs only possible by choosing a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously open-ended, enabling players to find creative solutions throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be approached in a variety of manners, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
The Journey Continues
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games in history. Now, fans can get ready for a new entry in this groundbreaking franchise.
