The speculation around the recent awards show was significant, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley shared a mysterious image of a desert monolith. The mystery has now been solved. The acclaimed developer is developing a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was showcased with a bold trailer packed with striking imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the literal descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those anticipating Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian clarified that a follow-up to its beloved RPGs is not currently in development.
However, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This choice of words hints that the team could be building a faster-paced experience rather than another tactical title. Currently, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and many say it kicked off the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for detailed worlds, branching plots, and flexible progression—elements that recently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have simplified options, Divinity is brimming with unique possibilities only possible with a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously flexible, allowing players to experiment in narrative and gameplay. Virtually all objectives can be approached in a variety of manners, frequently in unexpected fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by using the world itself in a unorthodox way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games in history. Now, players can look forward to another adventure in this groundbreaking franchise.
