The anticipation surrounding the recent awards show has been intense, especially after host Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a desert monolith. The mystery is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was showcased with a audacious trailer packed with intense imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very unleashing of hell.
A Different Direction
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. Larian warned that a third Original Sin game to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not being worked on now.
Nevertheless, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the main series. This phrasing suggests that the team is likely crafting a more action-oriented experience rather than another turn-based title. For now, it remains theory, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and it's fair to claim it kicked off the recent resurgence of deep computer role-playing games. These games are defined by intricate stories, player agency, and complex character building—elements that subsequently reached new heights in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is traditional swords and sorcery, what really distinguishes Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is brimming with niche playthroughs that are viable by choosing a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also famously permissive, letting players to improvise in narrative and gameplay. Most missions can be solved in diverse methods, often in surprising fashion.
- You might solve a puzzle because you remembered something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that have cemented the series to declare games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, players can get ready for more where that came from in this esteemed franchise.
